Hurston Waldrep struggles in start for Braves against Giants
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Hurston Waldrep made his start for the Atlanta Braves against the San Francisco Giants on June 26, 2026, at Oracle Park. Waldrep, returning from elbow surgery, managed 4 2/3 innings but showed inconsistency with his sinker and had a high walk rate. His slider and splitter had promising moments, including a strikeout, indicating potential for improvement. The Braves must now decide whether to continue developing Waldrep in the majors or send him back to the minors for further rehabilitation.
- •Waldrep threw 4 2/3 innings against the Giants.
- •He is 16 weeks post-surgery for elbow issues.
- •His slider showed effective spin and generated swings and misses.
- •Waldrep struggled with his sinker and exhibited control issues.
- •His next appearance could come against the Cardinals.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — What do we make of Hurston Waldrep?
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