Braves' Spencer Strider avoids surgery after MRI reveals no ligament damage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 4:03 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider sustained another elbow injury and will miss some time. An MRI revealed inflammation but no ligament damage, avoiding the worst-case scenario of surgery. Strider is scheduled for a follow-up visit with his 2024 surgeon to determine next steps. The Braves, currently 46-35, have been performing well despite Strider's struggles this season.
- •Strider has a 5.31 ERA in eight starts this season.
- •He will be placed on the injured list due to his elbow injury.
- •The Braves will evaluate Strider's condition in a follow-up appointment.
- •The team has managed strong pitching performance despite his injury.
- 4:03 PMYahoo Sports — Braves get huge Spencer Strider injury update on potential surgery
"The Braves seem to have avoided the worst-case scenario.
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