Schwellenbach Eyes September Return After Bullpen Sessions
The Braves pitcher is progressing through recovery, with a possible return to facing hitters within two weeks and a September activation still in play.
Spencer Schwellenbach is on-site throwing bullpen sessions in front of the coaching staff as part of his injury recovery. He could be cleared to face live hitters within the next one to two weeks, though multiple hurdles remain. Schwellenbach is optimistic about pitching at some point in September. The timeline remains uncertain and contingent on continued progress.
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