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Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale reaches 96 m.p.h. throwing live batting practice - The Boston Globe
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If the Red Sox lose a resurgent Chris Sale again, where does the rotation go from here? - The Boston Globe
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Red Sox ace Chris Sale struggled his first start of 2023
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Chris Sale lined up to return to mound Friday - The Boston Globe
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When Chris Sale is expected to return to mound for Red Sox – NBC Sports Boston
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Chris Sale returns for Red Sox vs. Tigers (Lineups for August 11, 2023)
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Chris Sale's return to the mound Friday will give the Red Sox a needed boost: 'We've been waiting for this day' - The Boston Globe
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Red Sox ace Sale throws 1st simulated game in bid for return
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Chris Sale's dazzling return to Red Sox lends itself to cautious optimism for both team and oft-injured starter - The Boston Globe
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Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale placed on 60-day IL due to shoulder injury