Spencer Strider will return to the Atlanta Braves’ starting rotation for their series against the Washington Nationals, beginning Tuesday, after being activated from the injured list. The 26-year-old right-hander is back from a strained right hamstring and had previously recovered from elbow surgery. Strider’s first start this season saw him pitch five innings with two runs allowed, and he emphasized the need for game experience to refine his skills as the Braves aim for a playoff spot in the competitive National League East.
