Braves pitcher Hurston Waldrep faces a temporary setback due to elbow soreness and loose bodies in his joint, likely landing on the injured list.

Braves pitcher Hurston Waldrep is dealing with elbow soreness and has been scheduled to consult with Dr. Keith Meister after an MRI revealed loose bodies in his joint, though the UCL is intact. Waldrep, a top 2023 draft pick, had shown promise with a 2.88 ERA in 2024 but is now expected to be sidelined temporarily, likely landing on the injured list. His injury adds to the Braves’ ongoing rotation depth concerns, following the 60-day IL placement of Spencer Schwellenbach. The team is evaluating internal options for the fifth starter role as they continue seeking a front-of-the-rotation addition.