Schwellenbach Headed for Elbow Surgery, Timeline Uncertain
The Braves starter felt familiar elbow discomfort while throwing off the mound and will now have a screw placed in his elbow after fracturing it last year.
Spencer Schwellenbach experienced recurring elbow discomfort while throwing off the mound this week, mirroring symptoms he had just before Spring Training. The issue stems from a fractured elbow suffered last year, which the team had hoped to manage without surgery. That approach is no longer viable, and Schwellenbach will have a screw placed in his elbow. His return date is unknown, though he has expressed determination to pitch again.
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Waldrep Out for Season After Elbow Surgery Decision
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