Spencer Strider threw both his fastball and curveball as part of his side session on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Strider is continuing to work his way back from elbow surgery. The next step for Strider will be facing live hitters.

Spencer Strider threw a side session on Friday with hitters standing in the box but not swinging.

Fantasy Impact

The next step for Strider will be throwing live batting practice. There is no date set yet for when that will be. He is hoping to get into at least one spring training game.

Braves right-hander Spencer Strider may pitch in at least one spring training game as he recovers from an internal brace procedure on his right elbow.

Fantasy Impact

Strider is a certainty to begin the season on the injured list but fantasy managers shouldn't expect a lengthy delay as he is likely to return in late April. The 26-year-old made just two appearances before underdoing the knife in 2024 and most recently worked to a 3.86 ERA (albeit alongside a 2.85 FIP) and a monstrous 29.2% K-BB% across 32 starts in the 2023 campaign.

Spencer Strider reportedly could be ready to make his season debut in late April.

Fantasy Impact

Strider is not expected to be ready for the start of the season as he continues to work his way back from major elbow surgery that he underwent last April. He has been able to throw bullpen sessions. His status for spring training remains up in the air.

Spencer Strider (elbow) is unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, per Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos.

Fantasy Impact

Anthopoulos stated previously that Strider may not be able to make his season debut until June. The Braves will likely be able to provide a clearer timeline at the start of spring training.