Braves Recall AJ Smith-Shawver for Wednesday Start, Designate Tyler Kinley
The Atlanta Braves have recalled pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A Gwinnett to start Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. In a corresponding move, the Braves designated pitcher Tyler Kinley for assignment. Smith-Shawver's return impacts the team's rotation for the remainder…
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The Atlanta Braves have recalled pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver from their Triple-A affiliate, Gwinnett, to take the mound for Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Twins. This move brings Smith-Shawver back into the major league rotation.
In conjunction with Smith-Shawver’s recall, the Braves have designated pitcher Tyler Kinley for assignment. The specific implications for Kinley’s future with the team were not detailed in the provided information.
Smith-Shawver’s activation for Wednesday’s start is expected to influence the Braves’ pitching rotation for the remainder of the current week. The club has not provided further details regarding subsequent rotation plans or other roster adjustments.
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