Waldichuk Exits Game with Elbow Discomfort, Henry Steps In as Replacement
April 12, 2026
Waldichuk exited after signaling elbow discomfort with a 2-0 count on the mound, and Cole Henry came in from the bullpen to replace him.
Turang drew a walk after Waldichuk departed, with the walk charged to Waldichuk, and Turang later scored on the ensuing at-bat.
Waldichuk exited Sunday’s game against the Brewers in the seventh inning after signaling discomfort in his left elbow while pitching.
He was charged with one earned run in 1 2/3 innings, leaving him with a 6.75 ERA across five appearances this season.
At 28, Waldichuk previously underwent Tommy John surgery in May 2024 and spent last season in the Nationals' minor leagues.
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AP News • Apr 12, 2026
Nationals' Waldichuk leaves vs. Brewers after hurting arm on pitch | AP News
ESPN • Apr 12, 2026
Nationals reliever Ken Waldichuk exits with arm injury - ESPN