Braves Get Bad News on All-Star Pitcher — Again
Summary
Spencer Strider, an All-Star pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, showed a significant drop in pitch speed during a recent game. He has been placed on the injured list and will not throw for four weeks while he recovers and undergoes further MRI scans.Key Facts
- Strider’s fastball speed dropped from about 96 mph to below 90 mph during his last outing.
- He was taken out of the game after three innings due to concerns about his elbow.
- Strider is now on the injured list and cannot throw for at least four weeks.
- Braves pitcher specialist Dr. Keith Meister will monitor his progress with follow-up MRIs.
- Strider had Tommy John surgery in 2019 and a modified elbow surgery in 2023 after re-injuring the same ligament.
- The 27-year-old is currently 4-2 with a 5.31 ERA this season.
- The Braves have the best MLB record so far and hope Strider returns for the important late-season games.
- JR Ritchie will temporarily take Strider’s place in the Braves’ pitching rotation.
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