Strong Arm Pitcher of The Year: Chris Sale

The John Foy & Associates Atlanta Braves Strong Arm Pitcher of the Year for 2025 is Chris Sale. The veteran lefty started 20 games and ended the season with a 7-5 record. His efforts earned him his ninth All-Star nomination of his career.  

Sale led Braves starting pitchers in ERA (2.58) and strikeouts (165) while pitching 125.2 innings and posting a 1.066 WHIP. This impressive performance came despite a fractured rib suffered on June 18 that kept him out until late August. 

The Braves trusted the strong arm of Chris Sale during the 2025 season. If you suffer an injury that wasn’t your fault, you can count on The Strong Arm™ as well. Our Atlanta personal injury lawyers have won more than $1 billion for injured accident victims. Call for a free consultation.

Sale’s 2025 Final Pitching Statistics

While missing several months of his season cost him a chance to rank among the final MLB pitching leaders, Chris Sale posted an impressive set of stats for 2025.:

• Games: 21
• Games Started: 20
• Win-Loss Record: 7–5
• ERA: 2.58
• Innings Pitched: 125.2
• Strikeouts: 165
• WHIP: 1.07
• Runs Allowed: 38 
• Home Runs Allowed: 11
• Walks: 32 

His early-season performance also earned Chris Sale the May Strong Arm Pitcher of the Month honors. His contract includes a club option for 2026, which the Braves are likely to exercise. His return will be welcomed by fans looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season. 

Chris Sale’s MLB Career

Chris Sale began his MLB career with the Chicago White Sox in 2010 before becoming a seven–time All–Star and World Series champion with the Boston Red Sox. After battling injuries, Sale was traded to the Braves in December of 2023.  

Sale’s strong 2025 season included a major milestone, where he became the fastest pitcher in MLB history to reach 2,500 career strikeouts. With his experience and revitalized performance, Sale adds veteran leadership and ace-level production to the Braves’ pitching staff.

Career Pitching Stats

Chris Sale’s career stats span 15 seasons and include a World Series Championship (Boston, 2018), a 2024 National League Gold Glove Award, a 2024 Cy Young Award, and a 2024 ERA Title. His career stats following the 2025 season are:

• Games: 393
• Games Started: 312
• Win–Loss Record: 145–88
• ERA: 3.01
• Innings Pitched: 2,084.0
• Strikeouts: 2,579
• Saves: 12
• Walks: 487
• WHIP: 1.05
• Strikeouts: 2,579
• Home Runs Allowed: 202

John Foy & Associates and the Atlanta Braves

At John Foy & Associates, our connection to the Atlanta Braves reflects our deep commitment to the Georgia community. Since 2023, we have proudly sponsored in-stadium features at Truist Park, including the Flex Cam and animated displays at The Battery Atlanta. 

We participate in Braves’ radio broadcasts and engage fans through social media. However, our community involvement goes beyond sports with The John Foy & Associates Strong Arm Leukemia Scholarship and through annual charitable initiatives.

When you work with us, you can trust that we bring the same dedication and responsibility to your personal injury case that we show in our community efforts. We are here to stand with you and provide the legal support you need through challenging times.

Cases We Handle

If you’ve been injured in an accident, get The Strong Arm™. Our team of attorneys can investigate your accident, review and assess your damages, file your claim, and fight for the award or settlement you deserve. Some of the types of cases we handle include.

• Car Accidents: Proving fault and dealing with insurance companies can complicate car accident claims.
• Truck Accidents: These cases often involve multiple parties and complex federal regulations.
• Pedestrian Accidents: Establishing liability and assessing long-term injuries can be difficult.
• Motorcycle Accidents: Riders face higher injury risks and can endure catastrophic injuries. 
• Slip-and-Fall Injuries: Proving negligence on the property owner’s part is often challenging.
• Dog Bites: Determining liability and assessing emotional as well as physical harm requires a strong understanding of the law.
• Workers‘ Compensation Claims: Claimants must show their injury is work-related amid strict legal rules.
• Social Security Disability Claims: Meeting strict medical criteria and handling lengthy approval processes are common hurdles.

In each of the above situations, you’ll need to deal with powerful insurance companies to get the compensation or benefits you are owed. Don’t try to take them on alone. Our attorneys can handle your personal injury case from start to finish and hold libelous parties accountable.

Get Help With Your Personal Injury Case

If you are hurt in an accident, you have a lot of challenges ahead of you, and you could need a little help. Insurance companies aren’t always on your side, and they may try to underpay or deny your claim. It’s tough to deal with when you are already struggling with an injury. 

You need an attorney who will stand up to them and fight for what you deserve. Like Strong Arm Pitcher of the Year Chris Sale, our team at John Foy & Associates has the experience, tenacity, and skill to get the job done. Call today for your free consultation.