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Chris Sale can't get through the 5th inning as Nationals ding
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Chris Sale leaves injured as Red Sox stumble into All-Star break
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It's time for Chris Sale to do some damage to opposing lineups
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Chris Sale pitched well in his return, even though the Red Sox
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Chris Sale Activated by Red Sox; Will Make 1st Start Since Injury on
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Chris Sale pushed back amidst velocity, performance concerns: Red
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Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale reaches 96 m.p.h. throwing live batting
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Chris Sale injury: Boston Red Sox starter plays catch for first
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Marco Gonzales can only match Chris Sale for so long as Mariners
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Chris Sale can't get through the 5th inning as Nationals ding
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