AJ Smith-Shawver Rising Fast | MLB News

AJ Smith-Shawver is crushing it in Triple-A with a 1.64 ERA and 13 strikeouts in just 11 innings, so the Braves are eyeing a quick call-up—possibly as soon as this week. At just 23, he’s already proven he can “move the needle,” especially after his last gem: 5 1/3 scoreless innings on 95 pitches. But bringing him up means tough roster decisions: the Braves don’t want to go with a six-man rotation, which would leave the bullpen dangerously thin. Enter Reynaldo López, also nearing a return from injury, forcing a shuffle. With no options available for either pitcher, the likely casualties? Grant Holmes and Martín Pérez—both bullpen veterans this season—who may have to make way for the returning arms. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/02893f56c5894252