Spencer Strider Cleared for Minor-League Rehab Assignment

Braves manager Walt Weiss announced that Spencer Strider will begin a minor-league rehab assignment on April 16. Strider, who has been sidelined with an oblique strain, recently threw three simulated innings in a successful live batting practice session. He is expected to make a rehab start on Thursday, where he will throw 40-45 pitches as he continues his progression toward returning to the active roster.