Braves Place Spencer Schwellenbach on 60-Day Injured List

The Atlanta Braves have placed right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach on the 60-day injured list due to inflammation in his right elbow, the club announced (February 10, 2026). The move opens a 40-man roster spot and sidelines the 25-year-old for at least the first two months of the season.

Background

Schwellenbach fractured the same elbow on June 28, 2025 and has not pitched in a game since. The club hopes the current issue is related to bone spurs; the ulnar collateral ligament is reportedly not affected, which would avoid a Tommy John scenario. He will be re-evaluated as he progresses.

Timeline

The 60-day IL term is tied to Opening Day (and can be backdated), so he will miss at least the first two months of 2026. A return is tentatively expected around late May or later, depending on how his elbow responds.

Impact

The move adds to the strain on Atlanta’s rotation depth and may factor into any further roster or targeted additions as camp continues.

What It Means for AthX

Schwellenbach won’t accrue innings or dividends for at least two months, so his AthX price will reflect that absence until he’s back. Other Braves starters may see slightly higher projected workload and value early in the year. Dynamic pricing will update as his return timeline firms up and as Atlanta makes any further rotation moves.

Bottom Line

Spencer Schwellenbach is on the 60-day IL with right elbow inflammation. He hasn’t pitched since the June 2025 fracture; the Braves are hopeful it’s bone-spur related and not UCL damage. Browse the marketplace to see how rotation moves affect player values on AthX. *Sources: MLB Trade Rumors, ESPN, Atlanta News First, NY Post, AJC. Fact-checked February 11, 2026.*