The case for AJ Smith-Shawver to make the Braves Opening Day roster

The Braves have several difficult decisions to make regarding their Opening Day roster over the next week, one of which includes the backend of the rotation.
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What are expectations for Craig Kimbrel in his return to Braves?
The Braves appeased the fanbase from a nostalgic sense last night, signing Craig Kimbrel to a minor-league deal that will pay him $2 million if he makes the major-league roster.
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Tue, Mar 18
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Braves sign Craig Kimbrel to a minor-league contract
According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the Braves have inked nine-time All-Star Craig Kimbrel to a minor-league contract.
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The Dodgers are going to rock Ian Anderson if the Braves let them
The Braves rotation seems to be falling into place, and it looks like Ian Anderson is going to be given the nod on the Opening Day roster, but the club is setting him up for disappointment because it looks like he’ll draw the Dodgers in Chavez Ravine for his first start.
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Braves cap off big day with free agent signing and trade
It was a big day for the Atlanta Braves on Monday, which began with Spencer Strider toeing the rubber for the first time since undergoing internal brace surgery last April.
Mon, Mar 17
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Chris Sale makes eye-popping statement about Spencer Strider
In typical Chris Sale fashion, the reigning Cy Young award winner couldn’t let himself be the center of attention for a moment.
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Spencer Strider flawless in return for the Braves
Monday’s Spring Training game for the Braves had a little added excitement, with Spencer Strider making his return to the mound for the first time since he underwent internal brace surgery last April.
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19-year-old prospect dominates Braves Spring Breakout game
The Atlanta Braves had their Spring Breakout game yesterday against the Detroit Tigers, pinning each organization’s top young prospects against each other.