The Atlanta Braves have been deemed a suitor for a New York Mets pitcher after Spencer Strider underwent surgery on his UCL.

The New York Mets have turned things around after a slow start, winning four of their last five games. For the Mets, this was expected to be a season of struggles and for the most part, that’s been the case.

In a loaded National League East, winning the division wouldn’t be easy even if New York made similar moves to what they did in the offseason a season ago. However, winning the division in 2024 might be easier as Atlanta Braves starter Spencer Strider underwent UCL surgery and is out for the remainder of the season.

It’s a huge blow for the Braves and baseball fans in general as the right-hander is arguably the best in the game.