Chris Sale
Chris Sale is a 37-year-old starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves. He is a 5-tool starting pitcher, ranked 8th in the league at the role.
Edge Profile
Edge combines Skill, Stick, and Carry to show how valuable a player is right now. With a Skill of 150, Stick of 145, and Carry of 149, Chris Sale sits in the 100th percentile, 100th percentile, and 100th percentile in those areas. His 196 Edge lands in the 100th percentile and ranks 4th among starting pitchers.
Stick Profile
Stick looks beyond the immediate results and estimates what should hold over a larger sample. Chris Sale's 145 Stick suggests he is performing close to the level supported by his underlying profile his current output. It also places him in the 100th percentile and ranks 4th among starting pitchers.
Skill Profile
Skill measures the plays that have already happened and how much they affected games. Chris Sale has performed very well, and his production has likely helped win Atlanta Braves games. Chris Sale's 150 Skill sits in the 100th percentile and ranks 6th among starting pitchers.
Carry Profile
Carry places Skill in the context of the roster around a player. The strongest rated teammates are Matt Olson at 142, Didier Fuentes at 141, and Robert Suarez at 137. Chris Sale has contributed about as much as his own Skill suggests, resulting in a Carry of 149.
LI Profile
LI looks at how much useful baseball a player may still have ahead of him. At age 37, Chris Sale carries a 108 LI, which points to a steady near-term outlook without a major longevity advantage. That places him in the 96th percentile and ranks 89th among starting pitchers.
CE Profile
CE compares expected production with the money and years attached to a contract. Chris Sale is under control for 3 seasons at a $13.5 million annual salary, with about $45 million remaining. His 151 CE shows that the club is receiving far more value than the contract costs, placing him in the 100th percentile and 6th among starting pitchers.
NTV Profile
NTV estimates Chris Sale's value on a neutral trade market before the needs of a specific club are considered. His +72 NTV reflects his present ability, expected future value, age, contract, control, positional demand, and risk. That mark sits in the 100th percentile and ranks 8th among starting pitchers. Chris Sale is a major trade asset with enough value to anchor a significant deal.