"Sale's previous contract ran through 2024 and guaranteed him $27.5 million - though $10 million of it was deferred, bringing the present value down to around $20-21 million - with a $20 million club option for 2025," Passan wrote. "The new deal bumps Sale's present-day guarantee significantly, giving him $16 million in 2024 and $22 million in 2025, while the Braves add a buyout-free $18 million club option for 2026."
"The Braves clearly value Sale, but as Passan explained, the extension can be viewed as a precautionary move for Atlanta. Max Fried is expected to command major money on the open market next winter, while 40-year-old Charlie Morton could retire after the season."
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