All hopes of Ian Anderson’s return to the big leagues in 2023 have been smashed. The Atlanta Braves right-hander will undergo Tommy John surgery to repair a torn UCL and miss the remainder of the season.
Atlanta Braves right-hander Ian Anderson will undergo Tommy John surgery, sources tell me and @kileymcd. After a difficult 2022 season, Anderson started the year at AAA and struggled in his first start before being diagnosed with a torn UCL. He's expected to return in 2024.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) April 11, 2023
After a shaky Spring Training, the club optioned Anderson to Triple-A Gwinnett, where he made just one start before heading to the injured list.