Spencer Strider's MRI reveals inflammation in elbow, awaiting doctor's assessment
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Spencer Strider of the Braves is currently undergoing evaluation following an MRI that showed inflammation in his right elbow. The team is awaiting further medical advice from Dr. Keith Meister to determine the next steps for Strider. This will be crucial for the team as they assess his availability going forward. Strider's performance and health are significant factors for the Braves' pitching rotation as the season progresses.
- •Strider's MRI indicated inflammation in his right elbow.
- •The Braves await further evaluation from Dr. Keith Meister.
- •The outcome could influence Strider's availability for upcoming games.
- •Strider is a key member of the Braves' pitching rotation.
- 7:42 PMESPN — Braves, Strider await doc's evaluation of elbow
- 6:12 PMYahoo Sports — Braves, Strider await next step on treatment plan for pitcher's right elbow inflammation
"Spencer Strider’s MRI revealed inflammation in his ailing right elbow and the Atlanta Braves won’t know the next step for their right-handed pitcher until the results are viewed by Dr. Keith Meister. Strider was placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday, less than 24 hours after he left his start against the New York Mets. “You always expect to see inflammation when somebody’s hurting,” Braves manager Walt Weiss said before Sunday’s series finale against the Mets.
"Spencer Strider's MRI revealed inflammation in his ailing right elbow, and the Braves won't know the next step for their right-handed pitcher until the results are viewed by Dr. Keith Meister.
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External links- ESPNJun 14, 2026, 7:42 PMBraves, Strider await doc's evaluation of elbow
Spencer Strider's MRI revealed inflammation in his ailing right elbow, and the Braves won't know the next step for their right-handed pitcher until the results are viewed by Dr. Keith Meister.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 6:12 PMBraves, Strider await next step on treatment plan for pitcher's right elbow inflammation
Spencer Strider’s MRI revealed inflammation in his ailing right elbow and the Atlanta Braves won’t know the next step for their right-handed pitcher until the results are viewed by Dr. Keith Meister. Strider was placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday, less than 24 hours after he left his start against the New York Mets. “You always expect to see inflammation when somebody’s hurting,” Braves manager Walt Weiss said before Sunday’s series finale against the Mets.
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