Braves designate Tyler Kinley for assignment, call up AJ Smith-Shawver
MLB Trade Rumors • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 3:38 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Atlanta Braves have designated veteran reliever Tyler Kinley for assignment and have called up AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A Gwinnett. This transaction was announced on August 18, 2026. Smith-Shawver is expected to make a start in the Braves' upcoming series. The move comes as the Braves adjust their roster during the season.
- •Tyler Kinley has been designated for assignment.
- •AJ Smith-Shawver recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett.
- •Smith-Shawver will start in the upcoming series.
- •Transaction announced on August 18, 2026.
- 3:38 PMMLB Trade Rumors — Braves DFA Tyler Kinley, Call Up AJ Smith-Shawver - mlbtraderumors.com
"The Braves designated veteran reliever Tyler Kinley for assignment and called up AJ Smith-Shawver. MLB Trade Rumors has more details.
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