Sports News Report
League: Horse RacingSport: Horse RacingCountry: GlobalCategory: Scores & Results

Chris Sale reacts to mentor Don Cooper's death before key game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Chris Sale reacts to mentor Don Cooper's death before key game
Summary

Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale shared a heartfelt response after learning of the death of his former mentor, Don Cooper, just before a key game. Sale had a standout performance, recording 10 strikeouts in a 3-2 walk-off victory over the Cincinnati Reds on September 26, 2026. The passing of Cooper, Sale's first pitching coach with the Chicago White Sox, affected him deeply, prompting reflections on their relationship. Sale acknowledged Cooper's significant influence on his career, stating, 'I wouldn’t be here without him.' Tributes are pouring in as memories of Cooper’s impact on baseball continue.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
By the Numbers
  • •Chris Sale recorded 10 strikeouts in a game on September 26, 2026.
  • •Sale learned of Don Cooper's death just before his game against the Reds.
  • •Cooper was Sale's first pitching coach when he arrived in the majors.
  • •Sale reflected on Cooper's influence during his postgame comments.
  • •Tributes to Cooper are being shared widely across the baseball community.
Latest Updates
  • 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Braves’ Triple Crown Star Offers 3-Word Response On Coach’s Death
What they're saying
"

The Atlanta Braves’ superstar sent a “tough” message after learning that a legendary mentor died right before a key game.

Related Teams & Leagues
Horse RacingHorse Racing

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days