Chris Sale's First Cy Young and Triple Crown

Chris Sale of the Atlanta Braves has won the 2024 National League Cy Young Award, marking his first career win after receiving 26 out of 30 first-place votes. Sale led the league with an 18-3 record, a 2.38 ERA, and 225 strikeouts, overcoming past injuries and setbacks to achieve a remarkable comeback season. This victory follows his recognition as the NL Comeback Player of the Year, highlighting a successful transition after being traded from the Boston Red Sox. Philadelphia's Zack Wheeler placed second in the Cy Young voting, praised for his endurance and ability to pitch deep into games, despite not leading in certain statistical categories. Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes, notable for winning the NL Rookie of the Year, finished third in the Cy Young race. Sale's achievement is further emphasized by the fact that he was also the first NL pitcher to win the triple crown in wins, ERA, and strikeouts since 2011.