As the 2025 MLB season approaches, several legendary pitchers are closing in on the monumental 3,500 career strikeouts milestone, a testament to their remarkable careers and dominance on the mound.
Chris Sale, with the Atlanta Braves, has 2,414 career strikeouts. Known for his electric fastball and devastating slider, Sale has been a key asset for the Braves since joining them in 2024. The left-hander has long been one of the game's premier strikeout artists, setting the record as the fastest pitcher to reach 2,000 career strikeouts. After an outstanding 2024 season, where he led the National League in strikeouts, Sale continues to be a dominant force on the mound.