Braves Pitching Crisis Deepens | Atlanta News

Braves’ pitching woes deepen as Hurston Waldrep and Spencer Schwellenbach both face Tommy John surgery, wiping out their 2027 seasons and adding to a string of arm injuries since spring training. Schwellenbach, who’s dealt with elbow fractures before, now faces even more uncertainty, while Spencer Strider’s return remains bleak despite his ongoing rehab. But there’s a glimmer: Reynaldo López is set for his second rehab start this Friday, aiming for 60-70 pitches after knee recovery, with AJ Smith-Shawver also back in the mix. When López returns, the Braves will boast seven starters — already rotating six — and with roster expansion looming, they’re navigating the chaos with surprising flexibility. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d7cad35923c21f3a