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Strider & Murphy Rehab: Braves Stars Back on Field
17 Apr
Summary
- Spencer Strider pitched 3 1/3 scoreless innings on rehab.
- Sean Murphy is catching five innings as part of his rehab.
- Both players are recovering from significant injuries.
Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider and catcher Sean Murphy have commenced their rehabilitation assignments, marking crucial steps in their recovery processes. Strider, sidelined by an oblique strain, delivered a promising performance, pitching 3 1/3 scoreless innings while throwing 50 pitches. This outing, though showing signs of fatigue towards the end, is considered a successful first stage of his return.
Murphy, recovering from hip surgery, is participating in games as planned, including catching five innings. He has also seen action at the plate, going 0-for-2 in recent games. Both players were observed engaging in bullpen sessions together, indicating a shared rehabilitation journey.
Strider's last full season saw him post a 4.45 ERA with 131 strikeouts in 121 1/3 innings. He has been working on refining his pitching approach. Murphy, when healthy last season, maintained a strong offensive presence, batting .240 with a .845 OPS, 16 home runs, and 38 RBIs as of July 20, before his performance dipped as his hip issues worsened.
