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Hall of Fame Probability & HOF Score
Atlanta Braves·P·Age 37·16th Season
Last updated: May 30, 2026
HOF Score
55.1
/ 100
▲ +0 this season
SCORE Breakdown
5 DimensionsCareer Value30% weight
Milestone Progress25% weight
Awards & Selections20% weight
Peak Performance15% weight
Longevity10% weight
SCORE History
By Season1716
2417
3018
3119
3121
3222
3323
3824
4225
4226
2016HOF Score by Season2026 ★ 42
WAR BY Season
2026
10 GP
2025
5.8
2024
7.6
2023
1.0
2022
0.4
2021
0.2
2019
1.0
2018
6.8
2017
5.4
MILESTONE Tracker
60 Career WAR57 / 60
2027 season
3,000 Strikeouts (P)2,651 / 3,000
~2029 season
75 Career WAR57 / 75
2031 season
200 Pitcher Wins152 / 200
2032 season
250 Pitcher Wins152 / 250
2037 season
100 Career WAR57 / 100
2038 season
HALL OF FAME Comparisons
At Age 37| Player | WAR | W | ERA | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Chris Sale Active · 2026 | 57.3 | 152 | 2.980 | 0× MVP |
Nolan Ryan HOF · At age 35 | 67.4 | 0 | 3.04 | 0× MVP |
Tony Gwynn HOF · At age 35 | 64.2 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× MVP |
Willie Mays HOF · At age 35 | 108.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Hank Aaron HOF · At age 35 | 107.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Derek Jeter HOF · At age 35 | 66.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× MVP |
Cal Ripken Jr HOF · At age 35 | 88.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Frank Robinson HOF · At age 35 | 98.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Mike Schmidt HOF · At age 35 | 97.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 3× MVP |
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THE Verdict
Will Chris Sale make the Hall of Fame?
Sale's case sits in contested territory. The raw numbers are impressive but fall short of traditional HOF benchmarks. A sustained run of All-Star caliber seasons would shift the narrative significantly.
What is Chris Sale's HOF Score?
Chris Sale's current HOF Score is 55.1 out of 100, placing them in the “⚖ Borderline” tier. The score is calculated from 5 dimensions: Career Value (30%), Milestone Progress (25%), Awards & Selections (20%), Peak Performance (15%), and Longevity (10%).