The Braves, fresh off a three-game winning streak over the weekend, have some adversity to deal with.
Their ace, Spencer Strider, was placed on the 15-day injured list because of a right hamstring strain. The move was retroactive to April 18.
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In a corresponding move, the team also recalled right-handed pitcher Michael Petersen to fill the spot on the roster.
The #Braves today recalled RHP Michael Petersen to Atlanta and placed RHP Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list, backdated to April 18, with a strained right hamstring.