Braves activate Robert Suarez before playoffs following injury recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
The Atlanta Braves activated closer Robert Suarez on September 23, 2026, ahead of the playoffs. Suarez, who signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Braves, had been on the 15-day injured list due to forearm tightness since late June. His return aims to strengthen the Braves' bullpen, which has faced challenges in his absence. With the postseason nearing, Suarez is expected to pitch this week to prepare for playoff competition.
- •Suarez led the NL with 40 saves before his injury.
- •He had been recovering with appearances in the minor leagues.
- •The Braves' bullpen now features Suarez, Iglesias, Lee, and Fuentes.
- •Suarez was activated from the injured list on September 23, 2026.
- •The Braves are preparing for the playoffs with the team's best lineup.
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"With the playoffs less than a week away, the Atlanta Braves got a reinforcement back at the right time. The Braves are now as healthy as they possibly can be for October.
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