ATLANTA (AP) — AJ Smith-Shawver is breaking out as an emerging force in the Atlanta Braves' rotation. That rotation soon will ...

Pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver is emerging as a force for the Atlanta Braves as the rotation gets set to welcome back Spencer Strider, who is ready to come off the injured list.

In a week or less, the Braves will welcome Spencer Strider back to their starting rotation. He will start Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday in Washington, manager Brian Snitker said. The Braves have not ...