Spencer Schwellenbach: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 31

The career of Spencer Schwellenbach might already be in jeopardy

Injuries have been a problem in Atlanta over the last several seasons, but nobody has been plagued more than the Braves’ young pitchers. That unavoidable truth took another nasty turn over the weekend, when it was announced both Hurston Waldrep and Spencer Schwellenbach will go under the knife again.

MLB News / Lookout Landing / August 29

Mariners News: Bryce Miller, Hurston Waldrep, and Spencer Schwellenbach

Hello friends and happy Saturday! It was a sad Friday night for the M’s, who dropped the first game to the Blue Jays by an 8-1 final. We don’t need to dwell on this one too much.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 29

Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach updates, and more

The Atlanta Braves received some unfortunate news on the pitching front Friday, as two starting pitchers will be undergoing surgery. Right-hander Hurston Waldrep will undergo Tommy John surgery, requiring him to miss all of the 2027 season.

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MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 29

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Schwellenbach, Santander, Waldrep

These past two years have not been exactly what the Blue Jays have wanted from Anthony Santander. But it is possible that Santander, on the IL, could come back in September.

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Spencer Schwellenbach, Hurston Waldrep To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Two Braves right-handers will undergo elbow surgery, per Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach is undergoing surgery for the same elbow fracture he dealt with last year while Hurston Waldrep will have Tommy John surgery.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 28

Braves get worst-case injury updates on Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 12

Walt Weiss has grim update on Spencer Schwellenbach

While Walt Weiss did have a positive update on Robert Suarez, who begins throwing tomorrow as he works his way back, the same can’t be said for Spencer Schwellenbach.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 6

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 1

Braves injury updates on Hurston Waldrep and Spencer Schwellenbach

Back-to-back wins over the Nationals have the Braves up eight games in the NL East, looking like a near lock to return to the postseason following a one-year hiatus.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 31

Braves Encouraged By Spencer Schwellenbach's Recovery

There is still some hope for the Atlanta Braves to see Spencer Schwellenbach back in action this season. He's back up in Atlanta with the team, and manager Walt Weiss gave solid updates ahead of Friday's game against the Nationals.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 20

Walt Weiss walks back comments on Spencer Schwellenbach

Over the weekend, Walt Weiss had some not-so-encouraging comments on Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach, suggesting it didn’t look likely either would return this season.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 19

Braves correct Walt Weiss gaffe on Spencer Schwellenbach injury update

The Atlanta Braves have gotten off to an up and down start to the post All-Star break portion of the 2026 season, winning two out of three games against the Texas Rangers over the weekend.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 18

Braves injury updates on Ronald Acuña Jr., Spencer Strider, and Spencer Schwellenbach

The Braves began the second half the right way, dropping 15 runs on the Rangers and pairing it with seven scoreless innings from Chris Sale, who is only going to hear more NL Cy Young buzz as the second half goes on.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 17

Braves' Walt Weiss gives bleak outlook for pitchers' returns

Braves manager Walt Weiss gives bleak outlook for return of starting pitchers

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 29

Timeline for the return of Spencer Schwellenbach revealed

The Braves have a number of high-upside starting pitchers working their way back from major injuries. Hurston Waldrep made his season debut last week after undergoing surgery to remove loose bodies in his elbow at the beginning of Spring Training.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 6

Walt Weiss has ominous update on Braves star Spencer Schwellenbach

Is Spencer Schwellenbach going to pitch for the Braves in 2026? That’s a question everybody has been wondering since it was announced he would need surgery on his elbow prior to the season, and while he’s back to throwing, Walt Weiss reminded everyone on Friday that Schwellenbach pitching this year is far from a guarantee.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 5

Spencer Schwellenbach injury update could impact Braves’ trade deadline plans

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach is currently recovering from an elbow injury. While the Braves have performed well despite his injury absence, Atlanta would obviously love for the starter to join the rotation this season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 23

Braves Choosing Patient Route with Spencer Schwellenbach

Spencer Schwellenbach is continuing his slow ramp-up in his rehab. The Atlanta Braves’ right-hander has been back to throwing for about a week, and he’s throwing at about 60 feet. He told 92.9 The Fan’s Grant McAuley on Saturday that after two weeks, he’ll move up to 75 feet and throw from that distance for two weeks as well.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 17

Braves SP Spencer Schwellenbach Taking Major Step Forward in Recovery

Spencer Schwellenbach has taken his latest step toward his return to the Atlanta Braves rotation. It’s a small step. He’s a long way away still. But he’s resumed throwing. He was seen throwing on Sunday morning ahead of the series finale against the Red Sox.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 4

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / February 10