"Most notably, it was announced that starting pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach has some inflammation in his right elbow, inevitably causing him to begin the 2026 campaign on the 60-day injured list. Should this timeline stick, he is eyeing an April return. If this news was not frustrating enough, it was also reported that Robert Suarez, who the Braves signed in December, will arrive late to camp due to issues with his visa."
"Dylan Lee won his arbitration case over the Braves. He will make $2.2M in 2026, rather than the $2M that the club filed for. The Braves have reacquired infielder Brett Wisely from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for cash. In January, the Braves first traded Wisely to the Rays. To open up a spot on the roster, right-hander Joe Jim e9nez was placed on the 60-day injured list. The most recent PECOTA projections have the Braves finishing 2026 with a 92-70 record."
Pitchers and catchers reported to the Braves' spring training facility in North Port, Florida. Starting pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach has inflammation in his right elbow and will begin 2026 on the 60-day injured list, with an anticipated April return. Robert Suarez will arrive late to camp due to visa issues. Nacho Alvarez Jr. took reps with catchers and may add catching to his responsibilities. The Braves signed Jonah Heim to a one-year deal as a backup catcher, with the contract rumored to be around $1.25M. Dylan Lee won arbitration and will earn $2.2M in 2026. The Braves reacquired Brett Wisely for cash. PECOTA projects a 92-70 2026 record.
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