Braves' newest pitcher already giving off early Team of the 90s vibes
Atlanta Braves rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver is being compared to one Steve Avery.With his first win as a starting pitcher, rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver became the youngest pitcher to win a game for the Atlanta Braves since Steve Avery did it back in 1990.This was only Smith-S...
2023-06-16 22:46
Braves Rumors: Morton replacement, ESPN surprise prediction, untradable prospect
Braves Rumors: ESPN outlines Atlanta's trade deadline approachYes, the Braves are down two of their best starting pitchers in Max Fried and Kyle Wright, but don't expect them to rush to acquire high-end starters come late July. Ideally, by that time, both Fried and Wright will be off the...
2023-06-12 01:17
Did Braves rookie AJ Smith-Shawver earn another crack at fifth-starter role?
The Atlanta Braves might have something in AJ Smith-Shawver going forward as a starter.Although he did not factor in the decision, Atlanta Braves rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver looked good in his first career big league start on Friday night.Smith-Shawver made his Major League debut ou...
2023-06-11 01:52
Braves: Setting realistic expectations for AJ Smith-Shawver's first start
AJ Smith-Shawver, who started the season in Single-A, is making his first MLB start with the Braves on Friday. But what should fans expect?Just a couple of months ago, AJ Smith-Shawver was an exciting Atlanta Braves prospect taking the mound for Single-A Rome. On Friday, June 9, he'll take ...
2023-06-10 05:46
Braves Rumors: Soroka's replacement, Mets prediction, next contract extension
Braves Rumors: Who takes Mike Soroka's spot?Mike Soroka, while a tremendous story, had an ERA over eight through his two starts in Atlanta. Despite his impressive outings in Gwinnett, something is still missing at the major-league level.The right-hander struggled on Sunday, and his demoti...
2023-06-06 23:21
MLB Rumors: Braves prospect pressure, Cardinals target is hurt, Cubs trade grade
MLB Rumors: Will the Cubs trade Yan Gomes?The Chicago Cubs won on Tuesday night, ending the conversation (for now) over which rentals they'll trade at the deadline. However, sitting well under .500, it's a question that isn't going away.Yes, the Cubs reside in the weak NL Centra...
2023-05-31 22:59
Braves make stunning call-up to address bullpen needs
The Atlanta Braves are calling up one of their top pitching prospects in a stunning move to help their need for pitching, DFA'ing Lucas Luetge as well.Pitching as a whole has been a concern for the Atlanta Braves this season despite of the team's overall success. The rotation has been ...
2023-05-31 07:28
Braves top prospect keeps throwing hat in ring for pitching help
The Atlanta Braves may have something special cooking at Triple-A with AJ Smith-Shawver.With Max Fried and Kyle Wright on the mend for the foreseeable future, look for promising farmhands like AJ Smith-Shawver to potentially help out the Atlanta Braves later this summer.Smith-Shawver made hi...
2023-05-21 05:00
Braves targeting surprising answer to pitching injury woes?
It's clear the Braves are leaving no stone unturned in finding an answer to their pitching injuries, but they might have a surprising solution in the works.Though Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos has remarked that the club won't overreact and try to make a trade to fill ...
2023-05-17 07:23