Braves Bring Back Smith-Shawver | MLB News

Braves’ top prospect AJ Smith-Shawver, recovering from Tommy John surgery for 14 months, is back and ready to start Wednesday—bringing a much-needed arm to their playoff push. His return forces a six-man rotation, giving Sale and Elder extra rest but straining the bullpen. To make room, veteran reliever Tyler Kinley was sent down—a tough call for manager Walt Weiss, who praised Kinley’s leadership. Smith-Shawver, now fully healthy and confident, is poised to make his mark in the final stretch.

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