Sale emphasized that he has no intention of mimicking umpires to argue calls during games.
“Don't expect to see Sale reaching for the top of his hat anytime soon,” the report noted regarding his potential use of the challenge system.

Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale has clarified his stance on the automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system, stating he does not consider himself an umpire.
Sale emphasized that he has no intention of mimicking umpires to argue calls during games.
“Don't expect to see Sale reaching for the top of his hat anytime soon,” the report noted regarding his potential use of the challenge system.