Spencer Strider, the right-handed pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, made a remarkable comeback on Wednesday, setting a record for the fastest primary starter to reach 500 strikeouts in MLB history. His first game back after undergoing elbow surgery last season saw him face off against the Toronto Blue Jays. While he allowed two runs on five hits, including a home run from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., he managed to strike out five of the 21 batters he faced, achieving this milestone in just 334 innings. Strider noted that while achieving records is significant, his focus remains on contributing positively to his team: “My job isn’t to come back and have a moment and all that. That’s not how I look at it. I’m here to help the team.”
- Record Holders:
- Spencer Strider: 334 IP
- Freddy Peralta: 372 IP
- Shohei Ohtani: 388 ⅔ IP
- Tyler Glasnow: 398 ⅓ IP
- Dylan Cease: 399 ⅓ IP
After this impressive debut, the Braves hope to gain momentum as they currently hold a 5-13 record on the season.
