"Braves Secure Chris Sale with $38M Two-Year Deal Following Trade Approval"

The Atlanta Braves have signed left-handed pitcher Chris Sale to a two-year, $38 million contract, with an $18 million club option for 2026. This deal comes shortly after the Braves acquired Sale from the Boston Red Sox, replacing his previous contract and offering more guaranteed money. Despite recent injuries and a drop in performance, Sale showed promise in his last 15 starts of 2023. The Braves are taking a calculated risk with this signing, aiming to bolster their rotation while managing their payroll effectively, as Sale's contract is structured to have minimal impact on their luxury tax for 2024.