BREAKING: Spencer Strider is scheduled to start Monday’s spring game for the Braves More details
BREAKING: Spencer Strider is scheduled to start Monday’s spring game for the Braves
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Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider is set to make his long-awaited return to the mound today, starting against the Boston Red Sox at CoolToday Park in North Port, Florida. This appearance marks his first in a major league game since April 2024, following surgery to repair a damaged ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right elbow. citeturn0search0
Strider’s surgery involved the insertion of an internal brace, a procedure that typically allows pitchers to return to action within nine to 12 months, significantly shorter than the 18 months often required after traditional Tommy John surgery. citeturn0search0 If he remains on schedule, Strider could rejoin the Braves’ rotation in the latter half of April. He is expected to make at least five starts during spring training and minor league rehab assignments before being activated. citeturn0search2
In his limited action during the 2024 season, Strider made only two starts before his injury. However, his performance in 2023 was exceptional; he led MLB with 483 strikeouts over the 2022 and 2023 seasons, earning a spot as a first-time All-Star. citeturn0search0 His return is highly anticipated, as he aims to re-establish himself as one of baseball’s premier pitchers.
Today’s game against the Red Sox is scheduled to begin at 10:05 AM PDT.
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