Reigning Cy Young Winner from Braves Climbs Higher on MLB’s Historic Pitching List….
Atlanta Braves’ ace Chris Sale continues to rewrite baseball history, adding another accolade to his already impressive résumé. Fresh off winning the 2024 National League Cy Young Award, Sale has now climbed higher on MLB’s all-time pitching list, solidifying his status as one of the game’s modern greats.
The 35-year-old left-hander dominated the 2024 season, leading the National League with 18 wins, a 2.38 ERA, and 225 strikeouts—earning him the prestigious pitching Triple Crown. With this performance, Sale became the first Braves pitcher since the early 2010s to secure such a trifecta, further enhancing the legacy of the Atlanta pitching staff.
This Cy Young Award marked a major milestone in Sale’s career. Once known for his dominance with the Chicago White Sox and Boston Red Sox, Sale battled through several injury-plagued seasons. His resurgence in Atlanta has not only earned him individual accolades like the NL Comeback Player of the Year and a Gold Glove Award but has also made him one of the few pitchers to return to elite form after such a lengthy absence from the top tier.
By moving up MLB’s historic pitching ranks—whether by wins, strikeouts, or all-time Cy Young voting finishes—Sale joins the company of legends. His sustained excellence over time is now being recognized as more than just a hot season, but a career worthy of Hall of Fame consideration.
The Braves plan to celebrate Sale’s historic season with a commemorative bobblehead night in April 2025, honoring the veteran’s extraordinary comeback and contributions to the team’s continued success. As the 2025 season unfolds, all eyes remain on Sale as he looks to build on his already remarkable legacy.
