Atlanta Braves News: Spencer Strider, Ronald Acuña Jr. Updates, more

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos said Tuesday that stars Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr. likely won't be ready for Opening Day.

The right-handed strider suffered a sprained elbow in April and underwent surgery to repair his UCL. Acuña hasn't seen a game since May, when he tore his ACL and had to undergo quick surgery.

There is no official timetable for their return, but Anthopoulos reiterated that the workforce will continue to evaluate.

More Braves news:

The Braves have reportedly shown interest in right-hander Nathan Eovaldi. The 34-year-old was previously with the Texas Rangers.

Jesse Franklin tops the Braves' list of qualified prospects for the Rule 5 draft.

Michael Schwartze, former director of analytics for the San Francisco Giants, will join the Braves as vice president of player personnel.

Landon Harper had a productive Saturday in the Arizona Fall League, throwing two scoreless frames.

Our 2024 season review series continues with Hurston Waldrep.

MLB news:

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has undergone arthroscopic shoulder surgery and is expected to be ready for spring training.

First baseman Carlos Santana is almost 39 years old but wants to play three to four more seasons.

Free agent second baseman Jorge Polanco underwent knee surgery and is expected to return to baseball activities in January.

According to the report, right-hander Camilo Doval is attracting a lot of trade interest.

The Texas Rangers have hired former Miami Marlins manager Skip Schumaker as a senior advisor. The club is also expected to sign Luis Urueta as a replacement coach.

The San Diego Padres are finalizing a contract with skipper Mike Shildt that will keep him through 2027.