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Braves recall AJ Smith-Shawver, option Taylor Hearn to Gwinnett

As expected, the Atlanta Braves have recalled rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver to start Sunday’s series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers. To make room on the active roster, Atlanta optioned left-hander Taylor Hearn to Gwinnett.

The #Braves today recalled RHP AJ Smith-Shawver to Atlanta after optioning LHP Taylor Hearn to Triple-A Gwinnett following last night’s game.

— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) July 30, 2023

Smith-Shawver rocketed through three levels of the minors to make his major league debut in June as a 20-year old.