The Braves’ starting rotation carousel will continue to spin on Sunday afternoon as A.J. Smith-Shawver will make the start, as manager Brian Snitker announced Saturday evening.
Brian Snitker says AJ Smith-Shawver will start Sunday
— Kris Willis (@Kris_Willis) July 30, 2023
Smith-Shawver, just 20 years of age, made his big league debut earlier this season following a rapid ascension through the minor leagues. He last pitched with Atlanta on June 23, a start against the Cincinnati Reds that did not go well over 3+ innings. Smith-Shawver was more successful in his prior two starts, combining for 11 innings of three-run ball.