https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/atlanta-braves-news-spencer-strider-drake-baldwin-moreContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/atlanta-braves-news-spencer-strider-drake-baldwin-morehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/atlanta-braves-news-spencer-strider-drake-baldwin-more#u1741Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:36:09 +0000The Atlanta Braves are managing an eight-game NL East lead despite losing ace Spencer Strider to a four-week elbow shutdown. Drake Baldwin’s return from injury strengthens their lineup, but the rotation’s stability remains uncertain without Strider. The team activated Hurston Waldrep to fill the void while Strider’s recovery timeline stretches into late July. Atlanta hosts the Giants Tuesday with Baldwin back in the lineup.What's confirmed:Spencer Strider will miss at least four weeks after being shut down for elbow inflammation, avoiding surgery for now.Strider was placed on the 15-day injure https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/atlanta-braves-news-spencer-strider-drake-baldwin-morehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/atlanta-braves-news-spencer-strider-drake-baldwin-more#u1192Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:41:33 +0000Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider has been sidelined for at least four weeks with elbow inflammation, avoiding surgery but facing a late-season return timeline. The team placed him on the 15-day injured list while receiving positive news on catcher Drake Baldwin’s recovery. The injury marks the first major setback for a Braves team that had remained dominant despite earlier pitching struggles. Atlanta’s rotation now faces uncertainty as Strider’s absence compounds recent staffing challenges.What's confirmed:Spencer Strider will not throw for at least four weeks due to right elbow inflamma