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Chris Sale Opens Up About Transition from Red Sox to Braves in Exclusive Interview

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The unexpected trade of former Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale to the Atlanta Braves in December sent shockwaves through the baseball community. 

After spending seven seasons in the iconic Red Sox uniform, Sale was gearing up for another Opening Day start when he received the surprising news. 

The 34-year-old left-hander, a staple in Boston’s pitching rotation, described the trade as a freaking knuckleball from left field.

The twist in Sale’s career trajectory came after the hiring of Craig Breslow as Boston’s new Chief Baseball Officer. The two finally connected after the holidays, and Sale learned about the trade plan. Despite having a no-trade clause in his contract, Sale had to carefully weigh his options. 

The Braves, a team filled with young talent and playoff aspirations, presented a compelling opportunity. Meanwhile, the Red Sox had struggled in the AL East, finishing in the basement three times in the last four years.

Chris Sale Bolsters Braves’ Playoff Bid

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The unexpected trade of former Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale to the Atlanta Braves in December sent shockwaves through the baseball community.

Chris Sale’s tenure in Boston was marked by challenges, particularly on the injury front. Despite playing a pivotal role in the Red Sox’s 2018 World Series victory, Sale faced setbacks, including Tommy John surgery that sidelined him for the entire 2020 season and part of 2021. 

In 2022, a broken wrist from a bike accident limited him to just two starts, and his time on the mound was cut short for the season.

The 2023 season, however, brought a glimmer of hope for Sale’s health. He posted a 4.30 ERA and a 6-5 record through 20 starts with the Red Sox, marking his most robust performance since 2017. 

Two months into his stint with the Braves, Sale appears to be finding his groove. Placed in a starting rotation alongside Max Fried, Spencer Strider, and Charlie Morton, Sale is now part of a playoff-contending team in Atlanta. 

The Braves, eyeing their seventh consecutive NL East crown in 2024, have added a seasoned veteran to bolster their pitching arsenal, turning the unexpected trade into a potentially transformative move for both Sale and the team.

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