Braves' Spencer Schwellenbach, Hurston Waldrep to undergo season-ending surgeries
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Atlanta Braves right-handers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep will miss the remainder of the season due to complications from their right elbow surgeries. Both players faced setbacks during their rehabilitation processes this year. The Braves have now solidified the status of their pitching roster as the team adjusts to their absence. Further updates on their recovery timelines are expected as the team progresses through the offseason.
- •Schwellenbach and Waldrep are undergoing season-ending surgeries.
- •Both pitchers dealt with complications from previous elbow surgeries.
- •The Braves will adjust their pitching roster for the remainder of the season.
- •Further updates on their recoveries will be provided by the team.
- 11:08 PMESPN MLB — Braves' Schwellenbach, Waldrep done for season
"Braves right-handers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep will have season-ending surgeries following setbacks in their rehabilitations from right elbow procedures before the season.
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