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Braves Lock In Chris Sale for 2026 Season

11/5/2025

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The Atlanta Braves have exercised the $18 million option on pitcher Chris Sale for 2026.
Sale posted a 2.58 ERA and 165 strikeouts in 2025, but suffered a 10-week injury from a fractured ribcage.
In 2024, his first season with Atlanta, he led the National League with 18 wins and 225 strikeouts.
The Braves are also looking to add another starting pitcher for the upcoming season.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Braves have exercised the $18 million option on pitcher Chris Sale for 2026.
Sale posted a 2.58 ERA and 165 strikeouts in 2025, but suffered a 10-week injury from a fractured ribcage.
In 2024, his first season with Atlanta, he led the National League with 18 wins and 225 strikeouts.
The Braves are also looking to add another starting pitcher for the upcoming season.