Sale's Game 2 call waits on Sunday recovery check

Weiss said the turnaround followed Thursday relief work.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 41m1 min read

From Weiss: “A lot comes down to how Chris Sale is feeling (on Sunday). This has all happened really quickly.” Via @Alden_Gonzalez on X

What happened: Walt Weiss said Atlanta's Game 2 decision will hinge on how Chris Sale feels on Sunday. That evaluation comes after Sale worked two innings in relief Thursday, creating a quick turnaround for any possible start.

Why it matters: The call matters because Atlanta entered the NLDS with its pitching plan beyond Game 1 still unsettled. A green light Sunday would keep Sale in the Game 2 mix; anything less would force another early-series adjustment.

By the numbers: Sale threw two relief innings Thursday, the clearest workload marker attached to Sunday's availability test.

What to watch: Sunday's update should clarify whether Sale is ready to start or remains a bullpen option. Atlanta's formal Game 2 announcement would likely follow that decision.

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