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Chris Sale Throws First Live Batting Practice, Set to Begin Gwinnett Rehab on Aug. 12

The Braves will gauge his readiness for a minor-league outing or another live bullpen session before plotting his return to the rotation.

Jun 9, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale (51) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Sale threw 30 pitches over two simulated innings in his first live batting practice session since fracturing his sixth and seventh ribs on June 18.
  • Braves manager Brian Snitker said the staff will evaluate Sale on Friday to decide between another live session or a minor-league rehab start.
  • He is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers on August 12 to advance his recovery.
  • Sale has maintained a 2.52 ERA with 114 strikeouts and a 1.164 WHIP across 15 starts this season.
  • The nine-time All-Star has expressed determination to finish the year pitching rather than ending on the injured list.