The reigning World Series champions didn't have much to cheer about in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Opening Day, but one former Clemson Tigers pitcher provided some impressive highlights.
Atlanta Braves reliever Spencer Strider was fantastic in his season debut at Truist Park. The right-hander struck out five of the six batters he faced in two perfect innings.
His third career outing was his most dominant at the Major League level as Strider's strikeouts came on fastballs clocked at 99.2, 100.3, 100.3, 99.8 and 99.8 mph. Strider took the mound to start the sixth inning and Tommy Phan on six pitches.