Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. took batting practice at spring training and right-hander Spencer Strider already has thrown a side session at their Florida camp.

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos provided a major update on starting pitcher Spencer Strider. It’s now confirmed that he will pitch in Spring Training games. This could change at any time,

But when will Strider and Acuna be available? Braves manager Brian Snitker said he was encouraged with how Strider looked during a bullpen session earlier this week and the workouts Acuna did in Atlanta. Snitker said the team will work on an exact timeframe for the ace and star to return to the starting lineup as spring training goes on.