UPDATE: Spencer Strider is shut down from throwing for a month
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Key Points:
- Spencer Strider’s MRI revealed no ligament damage in his right elbow, only inflammation, alleviating immediate concerns about the need for another surgery.
- Strider, who previously underwent an internal brace procedure and Tommy John surgery, was examined by Dr. Keith Meister to determine his recovery timeline.
- Despite the absence of ligament damage, Strider has been shut down from all throwing activities for four weeks, delaying his return to the mound.
- The Braves will need to manage their pitching staff carefully, as Strider’s recovery adds to existing injury challenges and leaves them short an extra starter for several weeks.
- If no setbacks occur, Strider could potentially return after the All-Star break, but the team must prepare for his absence in the meantime.
