The Atlanta Braves are looking forward to the return of right-hander Spencer Strider, one of their key players, from the injured list. Strider recently had an impressive performance in his minor-league rehab start with the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers, striking out 13 batters in 5 ⅓ innings. He allowed just one run and threw 90 pitches in a 6-1 victory over the Norfolk Tides.
After undergoing elbow surgery last year, Strider has been gradually building up his pitch count in his rehab starts. His fastball velocity ranged from 95.3 mph to 97.3 mph in his latest outing, showing promising signs of progress. The Braves are hopeful that Strider will soon be back in the rotation to bolster their pitching staff.
Manager Brian Snitker mentioned that they will assess Strider’s condition after his recent start before making a decision on his next steps. If all goes well, Strider could potentially rejoin the Braves in the upcoming week. His return would provide a much-needed boost to the team’s pitching depth.
Along with Strider, the Braves are also eagerly awaiting the comeback of Ronald Acuña Jr., the 2023 NL MVP. Acuña has been making strides in his recovery from ACL surgery and is inching closer to a return to action. The Braves are optimistic about having both Strider and Acuña back in the lineup soon.
Despite their slow start to the season, the Braves remain optimistic about turning things around. With key players like Strider and Acuña nearing a return, they are poised to improve their performance and climb up the standings in the NL East.
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