UPDATE: The Atlanta Braves have officially reinstated left-hander Chris Sale from the 60-day injured list, as announced just moments ago. He is set to start tonight’s crucial game against the Philadelphia Phillies, marking a significant return after his two-month recovery from a fractured left rib cage.
Sale, the reigning National League Cy Young winner, injured himself in June while diving to field a grounder. His comeback is expected to provide a much-needed boost to a Braves team that has struggled, posting a disappointing 61-74 record this season. This will be Sale’s first appearance since late July, ending a challenging stretch where all of the Braves’ Opening Day starters had been sidelined.
In his last rehab start at Triple-A, Sale pitched 4 2/3 innings, showcasing his readiness to rejoin the team. The 36-year-old pitcher has a commendable 2.52 ERA through 15 starts this season, with a record of 5-4. In 2024, he dominated the league, winning the pitching Triple Crown with an NL-high 18 wins and 225 strikeouts, along with the league’s lowest ERA at 2.38.
The Braves are aiming to turn their season around with Sale back on the mound. Fans eagerly anticipate his return, hoping it will spark a late-season rally and keep their playoff hopes alive. This marks a pivotal moment, as the team looks to regain momentum in a season that could see them miss the playoffs for the first time since 2017.
Stay tuned for live updates as the game unfolds tonight.
