AJ Smith-Shawver and Jake Irvin start for Braves at Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face the Washington Nationals in a game scheduled for 6:45 pm ET at Nationals Park. AJ Smith-Shawver is slated to start for the Braves, with Jake Irvin starting for the Nationals. This matchup takes place on September 1, 2026. As the team moves into September, the Braves have announced the promotion of Blake Burkhalter and Kyle Farmer. The organization continues to focus on maintaining its current pace as the season nears its conclusion.
- •The Braves and Nationals play at Nationals Park on September 1, 2026.
- •AJ Smith-Shawver faces Jake Irvin in a starting pitching matchup.
- •First pitch is scheduled for 6:45 pm ET.
- •Atlanta is calling up Blake Burkhalter and Kyle Farmer to the active roster.
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Braves at Nationals Chat and Discussion: AJ Smith-Shawver vs. Jake Irvin
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