Chris Sale released from hospital after dealing with stomach illness
Boston Red Sox starter Chris Sale raised some eyebrows after an uncharacteristic performance in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series. The reason for his struggles may have been revealed on Sunday.
Sale was admitted to the hospital due to a stomach illness, according to Rob Bradford of WEEI. The Red Sox confirmed the news, saying the 29-year-old Sale would be kept overnight.
Sale was released from the hospital Monday.
"Chris Sale was released from MGH this morning and was cleared to rejoin the ball club in Houston tomorrow.” – The Red Sox
— Evan Drellich (@EvanDrellich) October 15, 2018
Sale lasted just four innings during a 7-2 Game 1 loss to the Houston Astros. He struggled with his control, walking four batters during the loss.
Following Game 2, which the Red Sox won 7-5, manager Alex Cora said Sale’s illness was “nothing serious.”
Alex Cora said Chris Sale’s trip to the hospital for a stomach ailment was “nothing serious” from what he understood, and he hopes he joins the team in Houston after staying overnight.
— Rustin Dodd (@rustindodd) October 15, 2018
Sale is scheduled to start Game 5 of the ALCS on Thursday in Houston.
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