Braves' Chris Sale and Walt Weiss finalists for 2026 MLB awards
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 6:31 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
Chris Sale and Walt Weiss were named finalists for the 2026 BBWAA Awards following the Braves' successful season. Sale, with a 2.16 ERA, is a contender for the National League Cy Young Award, while Weiss is in the running for the Manager of the Year Award after leading the team to a 94-win season. The Braves improved significantly from their 76-win 2025 season, clinching the NL East title. Award winners will be announced on November 10 and 11.
- •Sale posted 162.2 innings and a 2.16 ERA this season.
- •Weiss's leadership improved the Braves' record by 18 wins.
- •Braves secured the NL East title in 2026.
- •Award winners will be revealed on November 10 and 11.
- 6:31 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Sale And Walt Weiss Lead Braves Into Award Season
"Chris Sale and Walt Weiss earned 2026 award nods. Sale's 2.16 ERA and Weiss's 18-win turnaround make the Braves a major force.
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