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Braves News: Chris Sale begins throwing, Alex Anthopoulos’ presser, and more
The season may be over, but Friday brought a positive injury update for Atlanta Braves southpaw Chris Sale. In a meeting with the media, general manager Alex Anthopoulos announced that Sale threw a bullpen at Truist Park Friday and “felt great.”
Alex A. said Sale threw a bullpen today at Truist and felt great, and would’ve been on the NLDS roster if they had advanced. Said he basically threw today for “closure” before the offseason. AA also made it clear starting pitching isn’t an offseason priority like it was last year
— David O’Brien (@DOBrienATL) October 4, 2024
Sale was slated to start earlier this week during game two of the doubleheader against the New York Mets. Minutes before first pitch, he was scratched with back spasms.
Sale would have likely been on the NLDS roster had the Braves made it that far, but unfortunately, it didn’t turn out that way.
More Braves News:
During his presser on Friday, Alex Anthopoulos discussed the 2025 coaching staff, the options of Marcell Ozuna, Travis d’Arnaud, Aaron Bummer, and more.
Gabe Burns of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution writes up Max Fried’s time in a Braves uniform.
MLB News:
Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker underwent forearm surgery on Tuesday but is expected to be ready by Spring Training.
New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo won’t be available in the ALDS as he is still recovering from two fractured fingers.
San Diego Padres righty Joe Musgrove will undergo Tommy John surgery and will most likely miss the entire 2025 season.
The New York Mets announced that right-hander Kodai Senga will start game one of the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies.
The St. Louis Cardinals have parted ways with hitting coach Turner Ward.
Minnesota Twins GM Thad Levine stepped down from his role after eight seasons.