Briggs McKenzie Returns From Injury to Start in AFL

Briggs McKenzie returned from an injury dating back to June 25th to make the start for the Salt River Rafters in the Arizona Fall League. Pitching 2.1 innings, he allowed 2 hits, 1 run, 2 walks, and struck out 3 batters while throwing 49 pitches (31 strikes). Showing scattered command, he struck out two batters in the first inning with his fastball and changeup before departing in the third inning after facing a high pitch count and permitting a run.