Chris Sale

Chris Sale has agreed to a one-year, $27 million contract extension with the Atlanta Braves. The deal also includes a $30 million club option for 2028.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran lefty's contract was set to expire at the end of the 2026 season, but will now remain in Atlanta for at least one additional year. He should remain excellent as always as long as he avoids injury, as he sported a 2.58 ERA and 11.82 K/9 last year in his age-36 season.

The Braves are picking up their $18 million club option for LHP Chris Sale.

Fantasy Impact

Sale battled injuries, but he returned to his elite status this past season when he was healthy. At this point in his career, he remains an injury risk and could be pitching on limited innings but he is an elite option when he is healthy.

Chris Sale allowed one earned run on four hits and two walks while striking out nine over 5.2 innings in Sunday’s win against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

After yesterday's performance, Sale concluded the season having pitched in 20 games, with a 2.58 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and a 7-5 record.

The Braves will have Chris Sale pitch in relief in Sunday's season finale against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

It will be Charlie Morton getting the start. Sale will come in behind him in relief.

Chris Sale allowed three runs on seven hits over five innings in a loss on Wednesday against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Sale added nine strikeouts to just one walk. He started off throwing three scoreless frames before allowing a pair of runs in the fourth inning.