Spencer Schwellenbach to undergo season-ending elbow surgery for Braves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Spencer Schwellenbach of the Braves will have season-ending elbow surgery following ongoing pain that prevented his return. The young pitcher initially fractured his right elbow in June 2025, expecting natural healing. Despite a brief recovery period and a recent bullpen session where he achieved a 94 mph fastball, discomfort returned, leading to the decision for surgery. The timeline for his recovery is uncertain, but he aims to return in 2027.
- •Schwellenbach fractures his right elbow and struggles with rehab.
- •Surgery will stabilize the joint with a screw insertion.
- •Braves manager highlights Schwellenbach's youth and talent.
- •Expectations were for a July or August return, now uncertain.
- •He aims for a comeback during the 2027 season.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Schwellenbach’s Surgery Ends This Years Hopes For Braves
"Spencer Schwellenbach faces season-ending elbow surgery after rehab setbacks. The Braves hope his youth and talent will bring him back in 2027.
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