Kurt Suzuki will return to Braves lineup Saturday

The Braves breathed a sigh of relief when Kurt Suzuki’s X-ray and CT scan results were negative. He’s scheduled to return to the lineup Saturday, according to manager Brian Snitker.

Suzuki was hit in the elbow during an at-bat in the Pittsburgh series earlier in the week. Fortunately for the Braves, he didn’t require time on the disabled list. Suzuki felt he could be available as a pinch-hitter during his down days, but ultimately the team stayed away from that idea.

“He’s fine,” Snitker said. “Did everything today, could’ve pinch-hit (Thursday). Probably could’ve played him today, but we’ll give him one more and get him back out there tomorrow.”