Braves part ways with Spencer Strider ahead of trade deadline move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:17 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Atlanta Braves announced the likely end of Spencer Strider's season due to ongoing elbow issues. Strider cleared his locker following a mid-June injury, with the team originally hopeful for a midseason return. Shortly after this announcement, the Braves completed a four-player trade with the Kansas City Royals, acquiring outfielder Lane Thomas and minor league left-hander Bailey Falter for two minor league pitchers. This trade underscores Atlanta's proactive approach amid a challenging season.
- •Spencer Strider likely done for the season due to elbow inflammation.
- •Braves cleared Strider's locker ahead of a series against the Dodgers.
- •Atlanta traded for Lane Thomas and Bailey Falter from the Royals.
- •Braves sent minor league pitchers Lucas Braun and Carter Holton to Kansas City.
- •Strider's injury followed a difficult start to the season with a 5.31 ERA.
- 3:17 PMYahoo Sports — Braves Make Spencer Strider Move Before Surprise 4-Player Trade
"The Atlanta Braves made a quiet but telling decision on their former franchise ace shortly before a blockbuster deadline trade.
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