Devastating: Braves’ Chris Sale gets brutally honest on All-Star 2024 season
Chris Sale has faced his share of ups and downs in recent years with the Boston Red Sox. However, his first season with the Atlanta Braves has been a success so far.
Sale was elected to the MLB All-Star Game due to his impressive first-half performance. Despite this honor, Sale will not pitch in the game, as he is scheduled to start for the Braves on Sunday. On Saturday, it was announced that Sale will be replaced by Cristopher Sanchez of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Still, it has been a tremendous season for Sale. He has posted a 2.74 ERA over 105 innings and recorded 136 strikeouts.
“Yeah, it is special,” Sale said of making his first All-Star team since 2018, via FOX Sports. “I just appreciate it, you know. There are times where you think that something like this might not happen again. But to be able to do it, you know, with a new team that put a lot of faith and trust into me… I’m appreciative of it. I’m excited to take my family there and enjoy this one.”
Chris Sale’s performance
Chris Sale has had a remarkable season, leading MLB in wins with 12 and maintaining a stellar 2.74 ERA. This campaign marks a significant bounce-back for Sale, who has been hampered by injuries in recent years. Despite initial success with the Chicago White Sox and a strong start with the Boston Red Sox, injuries often prevented him from performing at his ace-caliber level.
Since joining the Atlanta Braves, Sale has shown a clear resurgence. He is now considered a potential National League Cy Young Award candidate. The Braves are relying on Sale to maintain this high level of performance as they face a competitive NL East in 2024.
While Atlanta has traditionally dominated the NL East, the Philadelphia Phillies have emerged as strong contenders this season. Winning the division will be challenging, but the Braves remain confident in their abilities to compete at a high level.
Braves confident in roster despite current standings
The Atlanta Braves are currently trailing the Philadelphia Phillies by nine games in the NL East, but they remain in contention for an NL Wild Card spot. Philadelphia has been exceptionally strong in the 2024 season so far.
Chris Sale emphasized the Braves’ need to maintain their competitiveness and grind through the season to compete for a championship. He highlighted the importance of consistency and timing, noting that teams experience ups and downs throughout the season. Sale believes in putting everything on the field and staying together as a team.
The Braves are known for being a dangerous playoff team, capable of making significant runs once they reach the postseason. If Sale continues to pitch at an All-Star level, Atlanta will be a compelling team to watch this October, with the potential to make a deep playoff run.