Chris Sale injury: Braves place another starting pitcher on IL as Cy Young winner suffers fracture in rib cage
Atlanta recalled left-hander Austin Cox in a corresponding move
www.cbssports.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
- Chris Sale has been out with injuries in recent seasons, including a notable shoulder/upper-body issue that kept him on the shelf for several weeks in 2023, with a best-case return target around August that year. This reflects a pattern of intermittent setbacks rather than a straightforward comeback, so current timelines have varied by year and team situation.[1]
- In 2025, reports indicated Sale was on the injured list with a fractured left rib cage for the Braves, with no clear, short-term return estimate at the time. The injury situation underscored how his availability has often been contingent on recovery progress rather than a fixed date.[2]
- There have been updates in 2026 from multiple outlets noting Sale’s ongoing status with the Braves and discussions around his performance and health as he contends with aging and prior injuries; some outlets have highlighted his high-impact potential when healthy.[7][8]
If you’d like, I can pull the very latest headlines from a specific outlet (e.g., MLB.com, Fox Sports, CBS Sports) and summarize any confirmed return dates or rehabilitation updates. I can also set up a quick, focused feed that tracks Chris Sale news going forward.