Walden to start rehab in Gwinnett Thursday

Braves relief pitcher Jordan Walden will begin a minor-league rehabilitation assignment with an appearance at Triple-A Gwinnett Thursday. Walden likely won’t have to travel far for subsequent appearances. Gwinnett hosts Columbus Thursday, the second of a seven-game home stand that concludes June 10 after four games with Rochester.

The Braves expect the right-hander to make at least two appearances on his way back from a strained left hamstring that has sidelined him since May 4.

Walden threw three bullpen sessions, the most recent on Wednesday, before being declared ready for a minor-league appearance.

Walden was placed on the 15-day disabled list May 10 after being injured against the Giants. He has made 14 appearances this season with a 2.92 ERA with a save, 19 strikeouts and six walks in 12.1 innings.

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