Braves Pitcher Joey Wentz Out for 2026 Season Following Torn ACL

Atlanta Braves left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz will miss the entire 2026 season after suffering a torn right ACL during a Spring Training game on Sunday. The injury occurred during a collision while he was attempting to cover first base. This loss is a significant blow to the Braves' rotation depth, which has already been impacted by surgeries for Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep. Wentz had previously found success as a starter for the organization during the 2025 campaign.