The Atlanta Braves made yet another whirlwind roster move Tuesday, recalling top prospect AJ Smith-Shawver to start against the Colorado Rockies and designating right-hander Ian Anderson for assignment—just two days after claiming him off waivers from the Angels.
In true Braves fashion, the club essentially said “hey Ian,” and “bye Ian” in the same breath.
The move continues Atlanta’s recent pattern of rapid-fire pitching decisions, with one fan joking on social media that the Braves’ travel agent might be “the busiest person in professional sports.” Another fan didn’t mince words: “I am beginning to believe this front office no longer knows what they are doing.