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Braves Pitcher Suarez Nearing Bullpen Return
26 Aug
Summary
- Robert Suarez is progressing slowly from a forearm injury.
- He is nearing bullpen sessions and a potential rehab assignment.
- Suarez has a 0.56 ERA in 32 innings this season.

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss announced an update regarding pitcher Robert Suarez's recovery. Suarez has been on the injured list since June 26 due to right forearm tightness.
Weiss stated that Suarez is "still moving slowly" but is "close" to participating in bullpen sessions. The next phase in his rehabilitation will be a rehab assignment.
In the current season, the 35-year-old right-hander has a 0.56 ERA and a 0.84 WHIP, with 26 strikeouts in 32 innings across 31 appearances. He previously played for the Padres, making his MLB debut in 2022. Suarez signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Braves over the winter.