Braves' Strider to Begin Rehab Starts Next Week

Pitcher cleared for minor league assignment after throwing simulated innings

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:07pm

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A dynamic, abstract painting in neon colors depicting the powerful pitching motion of a baseball player, with the player's face and uniform details blurred into vibrant brushstrokes.The Braves eagerly await the return of their young ace Spencer Strider, whose explosive pitching style will be a welcome sight for fans once he completes his minor league rehab assignment.Atlanta Today

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider, who has been on the 15-day injured list since the start of the season due to a strained oblique, is scheduled to make his first rehab start in the minor leagues next week, manager Walt Weiss announced on Saturday.

Why it matters

Strider's return to the Braves' rotation will be a significant boost as the team looks to maintain its position in the NL East division race. The 24-year-old right-hander emerged as one of the top young pitchers in baseball last season, making the All-Star team and finishing third in Cy Young voting.

The details

Strider threw three simulated innings at Truist Park on Saturday, clearing the way for him to begin a minor league rehab assignment next week as he works his way back from the oblique injury that has sidelined him to start the 2026 season.

  • Strider has been on the 15-day injured list since the start of the 2026 season.
  • He threw three simulated innings at Truist Park on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Spencer Strider

A 24-year-old right-handed starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves who emerged as one of the top young pitchers in baseball last season, making the All-Star team and finishing third in Cy Young voting.

Walt Weiss

The manager of the Atlanta Braves.

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What’s next

Strider will make his first rehab start in the minor leagues next week as he continues his recovery from the oblique injury.

The takeaway

Strider's return to the Braves' rotation will be a significant boost as the team looks to maintain its position in the NL East division race. The young right-hander's recovery from injury is an important development for the Braves' playoff hopes this season.