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Chris Sale to Start Braves Wild Card Game
Chris Sale aims to harness postseason energy in Braves' Wild Card Series opener.
In brief
Chris Sale aims to harness postseason energy in Braves' Wild Card Series opener. Chris Sale, a 37-year-old left-hander with a 2.16 ERA, will start the Braves' Wild Card Series game against the Phillies after returning from injury. Originally reported by Mlb.
Braves coach recalls Sale's impact
Walt Weiss says Sale's presence elevates the team's postseason energy, comparing it to his past experiences with the Big Three.
“There’s a different feeling when a guy like that is taking the mound”
Sale's postseason return
Sale, 37, will start the Braves' Wild Card Series game against the Phillies after missing postseason action due to injury in 2024.
Sale's 2024 performance
Sale posted a 2.16 ERA this season, ranking third in MLB, and has improved since returning from Tommy John surgery.
Sale's playoff struggles
Sale has a 7.24 ERA in seven previous playoff starts, including 6.87 in 2017 and '18, with seven earned runs in one game.
Sale's mindset
Sale believes harnessing energy is key, learning from his college coach: 'You can't be better than you are.'
“You can't be better than you are”
Braves' confidence in Sale
Braves' Matt Olson says Sale is 'nothing short of amazing' and will likely start multiple postseason games this year.
“He’s been nothing short of amazing for us”
What matters most
Chris Sale, a 37-year-old left-hander with a 2.16 ERA, will start the Braves' Wild Card Series game against the Phillies after returning from injury.
