The Sox swap out Sale's upside for Giolito's innings bulk, while still hoping the latter can regain the top form he showed as recently as 2021. They also get a young infielder with six years of control who they hope can be a fixture for the foreseeable future.
Only a half-million dollars, below the MLB minimum? How, you say? Well, on top of the $17 million of Sale's $27.5 million salary being paid by the Sox, another $10 million is deferred. A $20 million team option remains for 2025, but the Braves will be happy to pay that if the lefty is healthy and effective this season.
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