Smith-Shawver Returns to Mound | MLB News

AJ Smith-Shawver is set to make his long-awaited return to the mound tonight in a rehab start, nearly 13 months after Tommy John surgery — and the Braves’ rotation could really use his arm. Showing strong progress in Florida, he’s poised to help fill the gap left by injured ace Spencer Strider and struggling Bryce Elder, as the team fights to keep pace in the division. With Hurston Waldrep already back and Schwellenbach potentially returning later this season, Atlanta’s front office is also eyeing trades before the deadline to assemble the best five pitchers for the stretch run. 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/a3b87ca34395b605