Braves News: Spencer Strider solid, Reynaldo López struggles, and more
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The Atlanta Braves turned in mixed pitching performances on Tuesday, with Spencer Strider and Reynaldo López each partaking in spring festivities. In North Port, Strider faced a lineup full of Boston Red Sox minor leaguers. He threw five innings and surrendered a run. His fastball touched 96MPH, but he stayed around 93-95MPH.
Strider pitched five innings against a group of Red Sox Minor Leaguers today. FB was 93-95. Touched 96 in the first. Got out of a bases-loaded jam with a 1-2-3 DP in the third. Only run came via a leadoff walk and outfield misplay in the second
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In Fort Myers, Reynaldo López and the Braves took on the Boston Red Sox, where they fell 4-3. López tossed a long 3.2 innings, giving up three runs on five hits. He walked two and struck out six.
As Opening Day nears, the Braves will likely feel encouraged by Strider’s steady progress while hoping López can sharpen his command in his final exhibition outings.
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