Spencer Schwellenbach, Hurston Waldrep To Undergo Elbow Surgery
Spencer Schwellenbach underwent surgery to remove loose bodies from his right elbow; Hurston Waldrep will have a similar operation and both have uncertain return timelines.
Dodgers Place Recent Signee on 60-Day As Spring Training Starts
The Dodgers signed Evan Phillips to a $6.5 million deal despite Tommy John surgery and placed him on the 60-day injured list to preserve roster flexibility.
Braves Put Spencer Schwellenbach On 60-Day Injured List
Spencer Schwellenbach was placed on the 60-day injured list for right elbow inflammation and will miss at least two months, prompting potential roster additions.
The Pirates claimed RHP Dugan Darnell off waivers and placed him on the 60-day IL, avoiding a 40-man roster move while creating offseason roster crunches.
Braves claimed Chuckie Robinson from the Dodgers, optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett, and moved Daysbel Herandnez to the 60-day injured list to open a 40-man spot.
With rosters expanding from 26 to 28 today, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports that the Giants are recalling outfielder Grant McCray and selecting right-hander JT Brubaker.