about 1 month ago

Braves Exercise $18M Club Option on Chris Sale for 2026

The Braves have locked in the 36-year-old lefty on a one-year option worth $18 million. The 2024 NL Cy Young posted a 2.52 ERA and 2.71 FIP before a rib fracture, then returned with a 2.72 ERA, 2.58 FIP and a 36.4% strikeout rate over 36.1 innings. With Strider inconsistent, Schwellenbach injured, and López uncertain, Sale projects as an ace.