#Braves’ AJ Smith-Shawver has a torn UCL in his pitching elbow, as feared, and will consult with the physician to determine which surgical procedure he’ll have. — David O'Brien (@DOBrienATL ...

Smith-Shawver was experiencing a solid year until the injury as he was one of Atlanta’s more consistent starting pitchers this season. He ends the year with a 3.86 ERA and 1.42 WHIP.

Smith-Shawver himself is a big part of what carried the Braves through the Strider and López injuries. He had a 2.33 ERA through his first seven starts and the Braves went 5-2 across those games.

Scott Blewett came into pitch in relief. He should be able to get the Braves a couple innings before turning it over to rest of the bullpen. Smith-Shawver pitched 2 2/3 innings of two-run ball.

Atlanta Braves fans are fearing the worst after AJ Smith-Shawver exited the team's game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday with what appeared to be some sort of arm injury.

The Atlanta Braves are trying to stay afloat in the National League playoff race, but their hopes are sinking like the Titanic. Sitting 10 games back of the New ...

Chris Sale going down with a broken rib is just the most recent in a long line of pitcher injuries facing the Atlanta Braves.

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Atlanta Braves starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver left Game 1 of Thursday’s doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies with an undisclosed injury.

Just when it seemed the Atlanta Braves season was turning around, ace Chris Sale was dealt a brutal blow to the season.

The #Braves today placed RHP AJ Smith-Shawver on the 15-day injured list with a strained right elbow and recalled RHP Michael Petersen to Atlanta. — Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 29, 2025 ...