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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 18
Waldrep and Schwellenbach set to undergo surgery
The Braves provided updates on Wednesday regarding their two injured pitchers, Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep, both of whom are dealing with loose bodies in their respective elbows.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / February 18
Braves P Spencer Schwellenbach undergoes elbow surgery
Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach underwent surgery to remove loose bodies from his pitching elbow, MLB.com reported on Wednesday. Per the report, right-hander Hurston Waldrep will undergo a similar procedure on Monday.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 18
Are the Atlanta Braves Already Entering a State of Crisis?
The Atlanta Braves are going to have some serious questions with their rotation in the early parts of the 2026 season. Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep are the latest starters to go down with injuries that could cost them the early parts of the season, but that is just the beginning.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 18
Spencer Schwellenbach, Hurston Waldrep To Undergo Elbow Surgery
Braves righty Spencer Schwellenbach underwent surgery to remove loose bodies from his right elbow today, manager Walt Weiss told the team’s beat this morning (link Mark Bowman of MLB.com).
Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / February 18
Ranking the Five Biggest Questions Facing the 2026 Braves
After an, let’s call it uncharacteristic, 2025 season, the Atlanta Braves are heading into 2026 with the ultimate goal of proving that the “rebound” is real.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 18
Recent Braves Offseason Letter Grade Allows Chance for Perspective
If put on the spot, some would be quick to say the Atlanta Braves didn't succeed in their offseason goals. The frustration over key injuries early on sent a lot of goodwill out the window.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 18
Latest report reveals Alex Anthopoulos’ stubbornness in pursuit of starting pitching
The Braves’ rotation is the talk of North Port, Florida, as we await further updates on the injuries to Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep, who are likely to miss a large chunk of the season.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Lucas Giolito News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18
Braves rumors: Is Lucas Giolito an option after key pitcher injuries?
The Atlanta Braves are currently gearing up for the upcoming 2026 MLB season, looking to bounce back after missing the playoffs altogether last year. The Braves recently got some rough news on the injury front, as starting pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach is expected to miss most of the first half of the season due to an elbow ailment.
Spencer Strider News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 18
Optimism Building that Spencer Strider Can Bounce Back for Braves
Navigating the insanity that has ensued around the Atlanta Braves' starting rotation is going to take more than figuring out the best fifth starter. They're going to need their previously injured options confirmed to be in the rotation in full form.
Spencer Strider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Braves’ Walt Weiss reveals the secret for a Spencer Strider bounce-back season
With spring training games set to begin soon, all eyes in Atlanta Braves camp are on starting pitcher Spencer Strider. Strider finished fourth in National League Cy Young voting in 2023 before missing almost all of 2024 due to injury.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 17
Walt Weiss Confirms Non-Roster Pitcher in Hunt for Braves Rotation Spot
Be on the lookout for a veteran starter as the open competition for the fifth spot in the Atlanta Braves' starting rotation takes shape. Manager Walt Weiss said on Tuesday that non-roster veteran arm Martin Perez would get a chance to earn the spot as injury woes hit the team early in spring training.
Atlanta Braves News / ESPN / February 17
Braves give D. Smith non-roster invite to camp 
The Atlanta Braves added veteran Dominic Smith to their major league spring training camp on Tuesday as a non-roster invitee.
Atlanta Braves News / Total Apex Sports / February 17
Atlanta Braves Add Dominic Smith On Minor- League Deal As Spring Competition Heats Up
The Atlanta Braves agreed to a minor league deal with First Baseman Dominic Smith, as first reported by Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal‑Constitution and confirmed by multiple outlets.
Bryce Elder News / SportsTalkATL / February 17
Is Bryce Elder now a clear favorite to make the Braves rotation?
Last week, Alex Anthopoulos confirmed that four of the spots in the Braves’ rotation are locked down by Chris Sale, Reynaldo López, Spencer Strider, and Grant Holmes.
Byron Buxton News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 17
MLB Insider Name Drops Braves in Trade Scenario for All-Star Outfielder
Byron Buxton continues to insists that he wants to stay with the Twins for his full career. However, as the discourse around his future continues, the Atlanta Braves keep coming up as a potential landing spot for him.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 17
Braves add veteran Dominic Smith to Spring Training roster
According to the Atlanta Journal Constitution’s Chad Bishop, the Braves have added veteran infielder Dominic Smith to their Spring Training roster. Smith has played in the majors in every season since 2017, with most of that time coming with the New York Mets.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 17
Veteran Infielder Joins Braves in Spring Training as Non-Roster Invite
The Atlanta Braves expand their big league camp with the addition of a familiar face in the National League East. They announced Tuesday morning that they have added infielder Dominic Smith as a non-roster invitee.
Dominic Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17
Braves, Dominic Smith Agree To Minor League Deal
The Braves have agreed to a minor league deal with first baseman Dominic Smith, per Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The Roc Nation client will be a non-roster invitee in big league camp.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Ex-GM advocates for Braves’ Ronald Acuña Jr extension ‘right now’
The Atlanta Braves have already had some key injuries to report as spring training begins, but the good news is that it doesn’t involve Ronald Acuna Jr.
Chris Sale News / Athlon Sports / February 15
Braves' Chris Sale Shares Retirement Plan at Spring Training
The Atlanta Braves rotation has already been hit with injuries early in spring training, as right‑hander Spencer Schwellenbach and top prospect Hurston Waldrep are both dealing with arm issues.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15
Braves’ Hurston Waldrep Dealing With Elbow Soreness
Braves right-hander Hurston Waldrep is dealing with soreness in his throwing elbow, and will visit Dr. Keith Meister tomorrow in Dallas for a consultation,
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