Spencer Strider Shines in Return from Tommy John Surgery

The Braves' pitcher struck out six of eight batters in a dominant spring training debut, boosting optimism for his April return to the rotation.

Spencer Strider made his first appearance since undergoing Tommy John surgery in April 2024, pitching 2⅔ perfect innings in a spring training game against the Boston Red Sox.
The 26-year-old struck out six of the eight batters he faced, showcasing a mix of fastballs, sliders, and curveballs with strong command, throwing only four balls across 27 pitches.
Strider was a key player for the Braves before his injury, leading the majors in wins (20) and strikeouts (281) during the 2023 season and earning an All-Star selection.
Reigning NL Cy Young winner Chris Sale described Strider as the best pitcher on the Braves, highlighting his potential to elevate the team's rotation in the competitive NL East.
Strider is expected to rejoin Atlanta's starting rotation by mid-to-late April 2025, bolstering a team looking to replace key departures from their pitching staff.