Braves pitchers say Chris Sale's professionalism sets the tone: "It inspires us and motivates us to go out there and do the same." ...

Chris Sale will start the Atlanta Braves' opener in spring training following his 2024 National League Cy Young season.

Sale also is the reigning National League Cy Young Award winner and the obvious choice to start the season opener against the Padres.

The Braves have named Chris Sale the starter for their Grapefruit League opener on Saturday against the Twins in Fort Myers, ...