Spencer Strider

Spencer Strider felt good while completing a 20-pitch bullpen session on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Strider was placed on the 15-day injured list with a Grade 1 left oblique strain prior to Opening Day. He dealt with a similar injury in 2022, which kept him out for about a month. He has resumed throwing and recently completed a bullpen session, with the next step likely being a live batting practice before beginning a rehab assignment. He could return at some point in April.

Spencer Strider is expected to face hitters in a live batting practice session within the next week.

Fantasy Impact

Strider was placed on the injured list at the end of spring training with an oblique strain. He is continuing to slowly work his way back as he remains without a clear timetable to return.

The Braves placed RHP Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list with a left oblique strain.

Fantasy Impact

It was reported earlier this week that Strider would open the season on the injured list and now it is official. He remains without a clear timetable to return.

Spencer Strider will reportedly start the season on the injured list with an oblique strain.

Fantasy Impact

Strider is not opening the season on the IL with an arm injury. It is unclear what his timetable will be, but he'll likely be sidelined into the end of April. Didier Fuentes could join the Braves rotation as a result.

Spencer Strider is scheduled to pitch in Thursday's spring training game on Thursday against the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

Strider is expected to follow Chris Sale, who is the scheduled starter on Thursday. He allowed one run over two innings with two strikeouts against the Orioles in his spring debut.