Robert Suarez

The Braves placed RHP Robert Suarez on the 15-day injured list with a right forearm strain.

Fantasy Impact

Suarez has been battling tightness in his forearm and was hopeful to avoid a stint on the IL, but he'll miss some time. Hurston Waldrep was activated from the injured list as the corresponding move.

The Braves say Robert Suarez might be available out of the bullpen on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Suarez is dealing with a sore forearm. He is a game-time decision heading into Wednesday's game.

Robert Suarez was unavailable for Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres due to forearm soreness.

Fantasy Impact

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss described Suarez's forearm injury as something that gradually crept up on him over the course of the season. Suarez is scheduled to play catch on Wednesday to gauge how he feels and determine next steps.

Robert Suarez worked a scoreless ninth inning, giving up one hit while striking out one to earn the save in Friday's 8-6 win over the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact

Suarez is now up to four saves on the year, as he's been every bit as good as the Braves hoped when they signed him this past offseason. He's expected to revert back to a setup role soon, as Raisel Iglesias (shoulder) will return from IL, but Suarez is still worth a roster spot in many fantasy leagues.

Robert Suarez worked a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out one on the way to his third save of the season in Friday's 5-3 win over the Phillies.

Fantasy Impact

With Raisel Iglesias (shoulder) still on the IL, Suarez continues to take care of business at the backend of the Braves' bullpen. Suarez has nailed down all three of his save chances so far this season, cruising to a 0.77 ERA with 12 strikeouts over 11 2/3 innings.