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Spencer Strider Returns to Braves, Sets MLB Strikeout Record

In his first start since April 2024 elbow surgery, Strider reached 500 career strikeouts faster than any pitcher in history despite a 3-1 loss to the Blue Jays.

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TORONTO, CANADA - APRIL 16: Spencer Strider #99 of the Atlanta Braves pitches in the first inning of their MLB game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on April 16, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr is doused with sports drink following his team's defeat of the Atlanta Braves in interleague baseball action in Toronto on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker
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Overview

  • Spencer Strider made his 2025 season debut on April 16, marking his return to the Braves' rotation after a year-long recovery from UCL surgery.
  • Strider became the fastest starting pitcher in MLB history to reach 500 career strikeouts, achieving the milestone in just 335 innings pitched.
  • In his outing against the Blue Jays, Strider pitched five-plus innings, allowing two earned runs, five hits, and striking out five batters on 97 pitches.
  • The Braves optioned reliever Zach Thompson to Triple-A to make room for Strider, who is seen as a key piece to stabilize a struggling Atlanta team off to a 5-13 start.
  • Toronto's pitching staff set a franchise record with 19 strikeouts in the game, led by Chris Bassitt's 10 strikeouts over five shutout innings.