Mitchell Parker Claimed Off Waivers by Braves After Elbow Surgery

Left-handed pitcher Mitchell Parker was claimed off waivers by the Atlanta Braves from the Washington Nationals. Parker struggled in 2026, posting a 6.58 ERA over 39.2 innings in 22 relief appearances before suffering a Grade 3 UCL sprain that required elbow surgery. The 27-year-old, who pitched 355 total innings over three seasons in Washington, is expected to remain sidelined until late in the 2027 season.