The Braves have designated right-hander Ian Anderson for assignment, filling his roster spot with AJ Smith-Shawver, who has been recalled to start today’s game. Anderson, recently claimed off waivers from the Angels, struggled with a 12.00 ERA in 9 1/3 innings and has not pitched for Atlanta since 2022 due to injuries, including Tommy John surgery. With a career 4.22 ERA over 281 2/3 innings, he now faces a maximum of one week in DFA limbo, as he has no minor league options remaining, requiring any claiming team to add him directly to their big league roster.
