Peterson, the Braves' starter at second base to open 2016, reported to spring training early, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Last season, Peterson took over the starting job at the keystone, but struggled after suffering a partially torn thumb ligament in late May. Prior to suffering the injury, Peterson flashed an ability to get on base (.389 OBP through June 21), which could make him an option to help set the table near the top of the order for the Braves in 2016 along with offseason addition Ender Inciarte. Keep in mind, however, that Peterson isn't sure if the injury is completely healed, but he told reporters that his thumb doesn't hurt the same it did during the second half of last season.