The Braves secured their ace pitcher Chris Sale with a contract extension that keeps him in Atlanta through at least 2027. The 36-year-old nine-time All-Star was set to hit free agency after this season but will now remain with the Braves, providing stability to their rotation as they face questions about their pitching depth.
With Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach already under contract, the Braves now have three key pitchers locked up through 2027. Sale has been the Braves' go-to pitcher and clubhouse leader since joining the team, turning his career around in Atlanta after dealing with injuries that plagued the rotation last season.