The Atlanta Braves announced Thursday that they have recalled right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver from Gwinnett. He will start Thursday’s series finale against the Chicago Cubs. Darius Vines was optioned to open up a spot on the active roster.
The #Braves today recalled RHP AJ Smith-Shawver to Atlanta after optioning RHP Darius Vines to Triple-A Gwinnett following last night’s game.
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) September 28, 2023
Smith-Shawver is still working his way back from a shoulder that cost him a little bit of time over the final two months of the Triple A season.