History of AJ Smith-Shawver in Timeline

AJ Smith-Shawver is an American professional baseball pitcher. He currently plays for the Atlanta Braves in Major League Baseball (MLB). Smith-Shawver made his debut in MLB in 2023.

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August 24, 1990: Steve Avery's Game

August 24, 1990 was the date of Steve Avery's game that was later referenced when Smith-Shawver became the youngest Braves pitcher to win a game since Avery.

November 20, 2002: AJ Smith-Shawver Born

On November 20, 2002, AJ Smith-Shawver was born. He later became a professional baseball pitcher.

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2021: Drafted by Atlanta Braves

In 2021, the Atlanta Braves selected Smith-Shawver in the seventh round of the Major League Baseball draft. He signed with the team, foregoing his commitment to Texas Tech, and received a signing bonus.

2022: Season with Augusta GreenJackets

In 2022, Smith-Shawver spent the season with the Single-A Augusta GreenJackets, focusing on developing a slider.

May 30, 2023: Promoted to Major Leagues

On May 30, 2023, the Braves selected Smith-Shawver's contract and promoted him to the major leagues for the first time.

2023: MLB Debut

In 2023, AJ Smith-Shawver made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Atlanta Braves.

2023: Promotion Through Levels

In 2023, Smith-Shawver started the season with the Rome Braves and was later promoted to the Mississippi Braves and then made his Triple-A debut with the Gwinnett Stripers.

2024: Optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett

In 2024, Smith-Shawver was invited to spring training but was ultimately optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett after not making the club.

May 5, 2025: Longest Professional Start

On May 5, 2025, Smith-Shawver pitched eight shutout innings, marking the longest start of his professional career. He conceded his first hit in the eighth inning to Santiago Espinal.