Braves' Hurston Waldrep Dealing With Elbow Soreness

Pitcher to visit specialist for consultation on throwing elbow issue

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Atlanta Braves right-handed pitcher Hurston Waldrep is experiencing soreness in his throwing elbow and will travel to Dallas to meet with orthopedic specialist Dr. Keith Meister for a consultation. An MRI revealed the presence of 'loose bodies' in Waldrep's elbow, though no structural damage was found.

Why it matters

Waldrep is a promising young pitcher for the Braves, so any elbow issues could potentially impact the team's pitching rotation and playoff hopes for the upcoming season. Elbow injuries are also concerning for pitchers, as they can sometimes lead to more serious problems if not properly addressed.

The details

According to Braves manager Walt Weiss, Waldrep will visit Dr. Meister on Thursday for a consultation on the elbow issue. The MRI did not show any structural damage, but did reveal the presence of 'loose bodies' in Waldrep's elbow, which Weiss described as 'things in there that shouldn't be there.'

  • Waldrep will visit Dr. Keith Meister in Dallas on Thursday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Hurston Waldrep

A right-handed pitcher for the Atlanta Braves who is dealing with soreness in his throwing elbow.

Walt Weiss

The manager of the Atlanta Braves who provided an update on Waldrep's elbow injury.

Dr. Keith Meister

An orthopedic specialist in Dallas, Texas who Waldrep will visit for a consultation on his elbow issue.

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What they’re saying

“There's some things in there that shouldn't be there, I guess.”

— Walt Weiss, Manager, Atlanta Braves (MLB.com)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Elbow injuries can be concerning for pitchers, as they can potentially lead to more serious problems if not properly addressed. The Braves will be closely monitoring Waldrep's situation and hoping he can get the issue resolved without any long-term impact on his pitching performance.