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Braves’ Hurston Waldrep begins rehab assignment with Florida Complex League Braves

Braves starting Hurston Waldrep (30) throws a pitch to a Tampa Bay Rays batter during MLB home dayview in the second inning at Truist Park on Sunday, June 16, 2024, in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Braves starting Hurston Waldrep (30) throws a pitch to a Tampa Bay Rays batter during MLB home dayview in the second inning at Truist Park on Sunday, June 16, 2024, in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
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July 23, 2024

Hurston Waldrep is making his way back.

Waldrep, who was dealing with right elbow inflammation, began a rehab assignment by giving up a run over two innings for the rookie-level Florida Complex League Braves on Tuesday. He’s been on the 15-day injured list since June 17.

In the two innings, Waldrep gave up two hits, struck out two batters and issued two walks.

Right-hander Jimmy Herget also began a rehab assignment with the FCL Braves on Tuesday. He’s been on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation since early June. He tossed a scoreless inning, with a strikeout.

In two starts with the big-league team, Waldrep allowed 13 runs over seven innings. After the second of those outings, he reported elbow soreness.

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Waldrep, the Braves’ first-round pick a year ago, quickly rose through the organization. His ascension was promising for the Braves’ depth.

Now, he’s on the way to returning.

Herget has allowed three earned runs over 7-1/3 innings this season.

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