Walt Weiss updates on Suarez, Schwellenbach, and Smith-Shawver injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Braves manager Walt Weiss provided updates on pitchers Robert Suarez, Spencer Schwellenbach, and AJ Smith-Shawver ahead of a game against the Mets. Suarez, sidelined since mid-June with right forearm tightness, has started playing catch, indicating progress in his recovery. Schwellenbach has yet to feel 100% during bullpen sessions, raising concerns about his return timeline. In contrast, Smith-Shawver is excelling in Triple-A Gwinnett and may return to the big league club soon, but Weiss faces a decision about the team’s rotation.
- •Robert Suarez has begun playing catch after mid-June injury.
- •Spencer Schwellenbach's bullpen sessions show he isn't fully recovered.
- •AJ Smith-Shawver is performing well in Triple-A and might return soon.
- •Weiss must decide on rotation after multiple pitchers return.
- •Updates come before game against the New York Mets.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Walt Weiss provides updates on Robert Suarez, Spencer Schwellenbach, and AJ Smith-Shawver
"Signs of life, a serious question mark, and “see you soon”, respectively.
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