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Chris Sale's Historic Season Defies Age at 37
25 Sep
Summary
- Sale became the only left-handed pitcher with nine or more 200-strikeout seasons.
- He achieved a remarkable 2.16 ERA, placing him among elite Braves pitchers.
- Despite injury concerns, Sale is poised for a potential Cy Young Award.
Chris Sale recently etched his name further into baseball history by achieving his ninth career 200-strikeout season. This remarkable accomplishment makes him the only left-handed pitcher ever to reach this milestone, joining his idol Randy Johnson.
He achieved this distinction against the Reds on Wednesday night, concluding his outing with 10 strikeouts to reach the 200 mark. Sale finished the regular season with an exceptional 2.16 ERA, a performance rarely seen from pitchers at age 37.
His ERA is among the best in Braves history for pitchers with at least 25 starts since 1920. Furthermore, Sale is one of the few pitchers since 1950 to record a sub-2.20 ERA with over 25 starts at age 37 or older.
This season marks a significant comeback for Sale, who battled injuries from 2021 to 2023. His performance in 2024 has exceeded expectations, positioning him as a strong contender for the Cy Young Award.
Sale is set to lead the Braves into the NL Wild Card Series, bringing the same aggressive mindset that defined his regular season. His resilience and dominance are key factors in the team's championship aspirations.
