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John Smoltz
P | Team N/A
| ERA | W-L | SO | WHIP | RANK | FSP |
| 6.35 | 3-8 | 73 | 1.45 | 264th | |
| 0th String | Tracked By: 4 | |||||
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Archived News (08-2009)
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[+] August 31st 2009 1 Updates
3:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Penny signs with Giants
Source (fanball.com)
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According to Sports Illustrated, former Red Sox's pitcher Brad Penny has signed a deal with the San Francisco Giants. Penny cleared waivers earlier this afternoon, and he chose to sign with the Giants over several others who were interested.
Our View: Well that sure didn't take long. The Giants have been interested in Penny since he became available, and they feel like they helped solidify their rotation with this move. They better hope for the same boost that John Smoltz got by heading to the NL, because Penny wasn't great for the Sox.
[+] August 29th 2009 2 Updates
1:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Smoltz notched his second consecutive solid start for the Cardinals
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz notched his second consecutive solid start for the Cardinals on Friday, holding the Nationals to one run over six innings in a no-decision. [...]
12:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Cardinals | Smoltz hurls quality start Friday
St. Louis Cardinals SP John Smoltz allowed one run on four hits over six innings Friday, Aug. 28, against the Washington Nationals, according to The Associated Press. He walked one and struck out six, but ended up with a no-decision. Smoltz's ERA since joining the team is 0.82.
[+] August 28th 2009 4 Updates
11:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Smoltz strong again for Cards
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Cardinals SP John Smoltz had another strong outing in his second start as a Cardinal. He went six strong innings, allowing one earned run on four hits. He struck out six and walked only one as his ERA since joining St. Louis went up to 0.82. [...]
10:00 PM EST (3)
1.
John Smoltz tossed six innings of one-run ball against the Nationals
Source (rotoworld.com)
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John Smoltz tossed six innings of one-run ball against the Nationals in his home debut Friday night. Smoltz received a standing ovation from the Cardinals faithful before he even threw his first pitch. [...]
2.
In his first start with the Cards, Smoltz made a mechanical
In his first start with the Cards, Smoltz made a mechanical adjustment, getting his heel closer to the pitching rubber. The Cardinals also claim he has stopped tipping his pitches, which they believe led to Smoltz's dismal 8.33 ERA with the Red Sox. Since returning to the NL, the veteran hurler has compiled a 0.82 ERA and a fantastic 15/1 K/BB ratio in two starts. If he's still available, owners in all formats need to grab Smoltz for his next start on Sept. 3 against the Brewers.
3.
Smoltz solid again for Redbirds
Source (fanball.com)
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The John Smoltz reclamation tour rolled on Friday night, as the future Hall-of-Famer struck out six Nats in six innings, while allowing just one run, as the Cardinals won 3-2 at home.
Our View: Smotlz now has a 0.82 ERA through his first two Cardinal starts this season - a smidgen better than the 6.00 ERA he posted through his first two Red Sox starts.
[+] August 27th 2009 2 Updates
6:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Ten predictions for September
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz as a key member of the Cards' postseason rotation? Jon Paul Morosi's September predictions say you can bank on it.
3:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Lohse throws pain-free bullpen
Source (fanball.com)
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The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Kyle Lohse was feeling good after a bullpen session on Thursday. He is currently on the DL with a strained groin and the team indicates that they would like for him to make a minor-league start before he is re-activated.
Our View: The Cardinals have not gotten what they were hoping for from Lohse this season, but he has put together some nice starts. With John Smoltz coming off of a strong performance in San Diego and a huge lead in the NL Central, they can afford to be patient with Lohse's rehab.
[+] August 26th 2009 4 Updates
10:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Cardinals | Boggs to start Saturday
B.J. Rains, of MLB.com, reports St. Louis Cardinals SP Mitchell Boggs will start Saturday, Aug. 29, and SP John Smoltz will take the mound Friday, Aug. 28.
9:00 PM EST (1)
1.
John Smoltz will start on Friday against Washington. The club
Source (rotoworld.com)
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John Smoltz will start on Friday against Washington. The club wanted to wait on an announcement until he threw a bullpen session and reported how he felt. [...]
3:00 PM EST (1)
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John Smoltz's agent, Keith Grunewald, says that the veteran
Source (rotoworld.com)
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John Smoltz's agent, Keith Grunewald, says that the veteran right-hander "is definitely interested" in pitching in 2010. No great surprise considering his stellar Cardinals debut on Sunday. [...]
1:00 PM EST (1)
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Crasnick: Starting 9 -- Employed, unemployed or retired in 2010?
Source (Jerry Crasnick)
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Because we live in a "what have you done for me lately" kind of world, the futures of Pedro Martinez, John Smoltz and several managers might be determined in September and October.
[+] August 25th 2009 1 Updates
11:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Smoltz Smells Post-Season
Source (fantasybaseballdugout.com)
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It’s another National League reclamation project. John Smoltz is pitching for the St. Louis Cardinals…and pitching well.Smoltz, looked like he was done after signing a big contract with the Red Sox in the off-season.  In 8 starts, Smoltz had an ERA of 8.32!  At age 42, why would anybody even think of taking a chance on the
[+] August 24th 2009 9 Updates
3:00 PM EST (2)
1.
Fantasy Links – 8/24/2009
Source (fangraphs.com)
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Divisional races are heating up, both in the fantasy world and MLB standings. It’s time to bear down and make that final push toward the playoffs. With that in mind, let’s check out some fantasy links…Brandon Funston of Yahoo! Sports puts a fantasy spin on John Smoltz’s impressive return to the National League. [...]
2.
The Cardinals' staff had the right-hander make an adjustment
The Cardinals' staff had the right-hander make an adjustment following a bullpen session he threw on Aug. 20, and the results were hard to argue with. "It's pretty clear he was tipping his pitches," manager Tony La Russa said after the game Sunday. St. Louis has something of a history with this. It's one of the things the club's staff looks for when trying to "fix" a pitcher, and there was some statistical evidence to back up the claim as well. With runners on base, Smoltz's numbers in Boston were far worse than with the bases empty -- batters had a 63-point higher batting average and a 123-point uptick in slugging percentage. As telling as all that is, owners should take into consideration the fact that Smoltz made his Cardinals debut against a Padres club that ranks dead last in the Majors in runs scored. While the future Hall of Famer is certainly worth picking up, it would be wise to save a final judgment until after he throws again on Aug. 29 vs. a much tougher Nationals lineup.
2:00 PM EST (4)
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Cardinals | Think Smoltz was tipping pitches
Matthew Leach, of MLB.com, reports the St. Louis Cardinals and SP John Smoltz think that he may have been tipping his pitches while playing for the Boston Red Sox earlier this year, particularly when he pitched from the stretch. The team had him make some adjustments during a bullpen session Thursday, Aug. 20. Smoltz said he also placed his heels closer to the pitching rubber when he pitched. His next start will come against the Washington Nationals Friday, Aug. 28.
2.
Smoltz may have been tipping pitches
Source (fanball.com)
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According to MLB.com, the Cardinals think that John Smoltz may have been tipping his pitches while he was in Boston. Smoltz made some mechanical adjustments before his start against the Padres on Sunday, and he allowed only three hits and struck out nine in five innings.
Our View: It would make sense that Smoltz was tipping pitches since he was hit so much harder the second and third times through the lineup, but the fact that he was facing the AL East could have also had something to do with it. Smoltz looked outstanding yesterday, but you should contain your excitement and expectations until he faces a team that isn't the equivalent of a Triple-A squad.
3.
The Cardinals believe John Smoltz was tipping his pitches while
Source (rotoworld.com)
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The Cardinals believe John Smoltz was tipping his pitches while a member of the Red Sox. "It's pretty clear he was tipping his pitches," Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said after Smoltz tossed five scoreless innings and struck out nine Padres to record the win on Sunday. [...]
4.
Fantasy Links – 8/24/2009
Source (fangraphs.com)
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Divisional races are heating up, both in the fantasy world and MLB standings. It’s time to bear down and make that final push toward the playoffs. With that in mind, let’s check out some fantasy links…Brandon Funston of Yahoo! Sports puts a fantasy spin on John Smoltz’s impressive return to the National League. [...]
1:00 PM EST (1)
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Fantasy Links — 8/24/2009
Source (fangraphs.com)
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Divisional races are heating up, both in the fantasy world and MLB standings. It’s time to bear down and make that final push toward the playoffs. With that in mind, let’s check out some fantasy links…Brandon Funston of Yahoo! Sports puts a fantasy spin on John Smoltz’s impressive return to the National League. [...]
12:00 PM EST (1)
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Combining motivation and an ideal landing place, John Smoltz crafts a good return
Source (Buster Olney)
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The best competitors often try to manufacture an edge or a reason to compete harder than the rest. In John Smoltz's return, also manufactured has been perhaps the perfect environment to contribute, writes Buster Olney. Plus Fay Vincent on Pete Rose.
02:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Cardinals | Smoltz fans seven in five innings
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Joe Strauss reports St. Louis Cardinals SP John Smoltz fanned seven batters in five innings Sunday, Aug. 23, in his team debut. St. Louis beat the San Diego Padres 5-2.
[+] August 23rd 2009 6 Updates
11:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz excellent in Cardinals debut
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: John Smoltz cleared his mind of all the bad things that happened to him in Boston, fixed his delivery and had a brilliant debut with the Cardinals. Smoltz struck out a season-high nine -- including seven in a row, which he'd never done before - and held the Padres to three hits over five scoreless innings in a 5-2 victory Sunday. Smoltz also had a bunt single and scored the first run for the NL Central-leading Cardinals, who retained their eight-game lead over the Chicago Cubs. He didn't walk a batter. Although manager Tony La Russa said Smoltz was tipping pitches, the veteran managed to regain his confidence. "I don't know to the extent how long it was going on, or if it was, but I just know it's refreshing to come and do something and feel like the old John," Smoltz said. [...]
10:00 PM EST (2)
1.
Smoltz pitched five shutout innings with nine strikeouts to
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz pitched five shutout innings with nine strikeouts to earn the win in his Cardinals debut Sunday. [...]
2.
Smoltz pitched five shutout innings with nine strikeouts in
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz pitched five shutout innings with nine strikeouts in his first win and start for St Louis in Sunday's 5-2 victory over San Diego. [...]
8:00 PM EST (2)
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A little more than two weeks after being designated for assignment
A little more than two weeks after being designated for assignment by the Red Sox, Smoltz returned to the familiar confines of the NL with great results. Granted, he was hurling against one of the weaker lineups in baseball, but he did everything right in this one, throwing 53 of 75 pitches for strikes and allowing just one extra-base hit. As poor as his tenure was with the Red Sox, his 33/9 K/BB ratio showed he still had something left in the tank, just not enough to hurl within the trenches of the AL East. Owners looking to add an arm to their rotations should strongly consider the future Hall of Famer, who will take the hill again on Aug. 29 vs. the Nationals.
2.
Smoltz looks good for Cardinals
Source (fanball.com)
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John Smoltz only issued three hits over five scoreless innings in Sunday's 5-2 win at San Diego. He had no walks and fired nine strikeouts.
Our View: Smoltz looked good in his debut with the Cardinals, and is worth consideration in NL-only leagues for his next turn in their rotation. He did not work out in Boston, but is already benefiting from a return to the NL.
7:00 PM EST (1)
1.
John Smoltz tossed five scoreless innings and struck out nine
Source (rotoworld.com)
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John Smoltz tossed five scoreless innings and struck out nine Padres in the process to record a win on Sunday. The National League does wonders for a pitcher. [...]
[+] August 22nd 2009 1 Updates
7:00 PM EST (1)
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Lohse placed on DL
Source (fanball.com)
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The St. Louis Cardinals have placed starting pitcher Kyle Lohse on the 15-day DL with a left groin strain, according to beat writer Matthew Leach's Twitter page. The team recalled pitcher Mitchell Boggs is a corresponding move.
Our View: Lohse pulled up lame while running out a single last night, and he will make another trip to the DL. The Cards have to be discouraged with this injury, but the addition of John Smoltz may be even more important now.
[+] August 20th 2009 3 Updates
11:00 PM EST (1)
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Cardinals | Smoltz to make two starts
The Associated Press reports the St. Louis Cardinals told SP John Smoltz that he will make two starts, with the first coming against the San Diego Padres Sunday, Aug. 23. Smoltz threw the ball three times in 13 days to high school players after being released by the Boston Red Sox.
10:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz ready to prove he isn't finished
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: John Smoltz wants to make one point perfectly clear: He is not finished. Smoltz, the former NL Cy Young Award winner, Cardinals on Thursday for the opener of a four-game series against the Padres and said he is ready to resurrect his career. The 42-year-old Smoltz signed with the NL Central-leading Cardinals on Wednesday after he cleared waivers following his release from the Red Sox. "The reasonable expectation is you are going to get a nasty guy on the mound who will regain his nastiness," Smoltz said before the game. "Otherwise, I wouldn't be here." [...]
03:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Padilla will play a key role for Dodgers
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz is a bigger name, but for a Dodger team in need of pitching, Vicente Padilla is a bigger acquisition, Jon Paul Morosi says.
[+] August 19th 2009 21 Updates
9:00 PM EST (1)
1.
John Smoltz will likely start on Sunday against the Dodgers,
Source (rotoworld.com)
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John Smoltz will likely start on Sunday against the Dodgers, according to general manager John Mozeliak. Because he's moving from the AL East to the NL Central, Smoltz is worth adding in NL-only leagues and should be monitored in mixed leagues. [...]
8:00 PM EST (2)
1.
Smoltz agrees to deal with Cardinals
John Smoltz agreed to a deal with the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, giving the 42-year-old former ace a chance to rejuvenate his career in the middle of a pennant race.
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Manager Tony La Rusa said Smoltz would make his Cardinals debut
Source (rotowire.com)
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Manager Tony La Rusa said Smoltz would make his Cardinals debut by starting Sunday, the team's official site reports. [...]
6:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz likely to start Sunday
Source (fanball.com)
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Cardinals GM John Mozeliak said that John Smoltz would likely get the start Sunday in San Diego and "probably would get at least a few turns in the rotation," according to the AP. Mozeliak also added that Smoltz didn't ask to start as a negotiating ploy. "He had very little demands," Mozeliak said. "He had no demands. From everything he had heard about this club, he was excited to take this opportunity. The reason for the start was just to get him work and know what we have."
Our View: The Cards' plan seems to be to use Smoltz as the No. 5 starter, giving him 5-6 starts before likely moving him into a setup role once the postseason begins. Smoltz was knocked around in Boston, but he had good peripherals and a return to the NL could do wonders.
4:00 PM EST (2)
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Cardinals | Smoltz expected to start Sunday
The Associated Press reports St. Louis Cardinals SP John Smoltz is expected to start against the San Diego Padres Sunday, Aug. 23, according to general manager John Mozeliak. Mozeliak indicated that Smoltz will likely remain in the rotation for more than one start.
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Smoltz agrees to deal with Central-best Cards
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz agreed to a deal with the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, giving the 42-year-old former ace a chance to rejuvenate his career in the middle of a pennant race.Smoltz joined the NL Central leaders shortly after he cleared waivers, following his release by Boston. He was 2-5 with an 8.33 ERA in eight starts for the Red Sox.The Cardinals hope Smoltz can either fill a void as the fifth starter or provide right-handed relief in the bullpen.
3:00 PM EST (7)
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Smoltz agrees to deal with Cards
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: John Smoltz will resume his major league career, agreeing to a contract with the Cardinals. The former Cy Young winner was released Monday by the Boston Red Sox after struggling as a starter. He agreed to a deal Wednesday with the NL Central-leading Cardinals. The 42-year-old Smoltz is expected to join the Cardinals on Thursday in San Diego. [...]
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Cardinals signed free agent RHP John Smoltz. He could eventually
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Cardinals signed free agent RHP John Smoltz. He could eventually join the Cardinals' bullpen, but the immediate plan is for Smoltz to get a chance to start. [...]
3.
Central-leading Cardinals sign Smoltz
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz has signed with the St. Louis Cardinals, the team announced Wednesday.
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It is unclear what Smoltz's immediate role with the Cardinals
It is unclear what Smoltz's immediate role with the Cardinals will be, as the team could elect to use him as a starter or a setup man. The veteran right-hander has made it clear that he prefers to start, however, and given that the untested Mitchell Boggs is currently holding down the final spot in the rotation, there's a good chance Smoltz slides into that role. Smoltz suffered through a rough stretch with the Red Sox this season, going 2-5 with an 8.53 ERA in eight starts before being designated for assignment on Aug. 7, but he'll likely find the going much easier in the Senior Circuit. NL-only owners will want to keep an eye on him, though it may be safest to wait and see how he fares instead of pouncing immediately.
5.
Cardinals | Agree to deal with Smoltz
Updating a previous report, Joe Strauss, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to terms with free-agent SP John Smoltz (Red Sox) Wednesday, Aug. 19. He is expected to receive another shot at starting with the team. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
6.
Smoltz has officially signed with the Cardinals, the St. Louis
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz has officially signed with the Cardinals, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. [...]
7.
Smoltz agrees to deal with Cardinals
John Smoltz will resume his major league career, agreeing to a contract with the St. Louis Cardinals.
2:00 PM EST (2)
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Smoltz officially a Redbird
Source (fanball.com)
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Updating an earlier report, John Smoltz has now officially signed a deal with the St. Louis Cardinals, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. He will start for the team, and make a prorated amount of the veteran's minimum salary.
Our View: Who knows if he will start the whole rest of the season for the club (the team reportedly originally wanted him for their bullpen), but he is getting another shot after going 2-5 with a 8.33 ERA in Boston. A return to the National League could rejuvenate him (like another player now tearing the cover off the ball for the Cardinals), but wait at least one start before you consider adding him to your team.
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The St. Louis Post Dispatch reports that the Cardinals and John
Source (rotoworld.com)
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The St. Louis Post Dispatch reports that the Cardinals and John Smoltz have reached an agreement on a deal. The Cardinals are expected to give Smoltz a chance to start, and hopefully the NL will be more friendly to his statistical production -- the future Hall of Famer had an 8. [...]
1:00 PM EST (2)
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Smoltz might become Cards' No. 5
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: From The Sports Xchange: Rookie right-hander Mitchell Boggs might have lost his tenuous hold on the fifth starter's job in the Cardinals' rotation. Boggs, though pitching near the strike zone better than he had in his previous start, nonetheless allowed nine hits and five runs in four innings Tuesday. He almost certainly will find himself back at Triple-A Memphis if the Cardinals sign 42-year-old veteran John Smoltz, as is strongly rumored. Smoltz, who wants to start, probably will be granted his wish by the Cardinals -- at least for a while -- and the next time this spot in the rotation comes around is Sunday in San Diego. The Cardinals could sign Smoltz, released by Boston, once he clears waivers Wednesday. They would have to pay him only about one-fourth the minimum salary the rest of the season, approximately $100,000. [...]
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Cardinals | Smoltz to accept offer
Joe Strauss, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports free-agent pitcher John Smoltz (Red Sox) will accept the team's offer to be their fifth starter after clearing waivers Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 1 p.m. EDT. St. Louis would be responsible for paying Smoltz a prorated portion of the major league minimum, which will cost about $100,000. The Boston Red Sox must pay the rest of the vet's contract.
10:00 AM EST (1)
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Smoltz will join the Cardinals as the team's fifth starter after
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz will join the Cardinals as the team's fifth starter after clearing waivers on Wednesday, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. [...]
09:00 AM EST (2)
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According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, John Smoltz "will
Source (rotoworld.com)
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According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, John Smoltz "will accept the Cardinals' offer to join the club as its fifth starter after clearing waivers at noon" Wednesday. [...]
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MLB | Smoltz wants to pitch in 2010
FOXSports.com's Jon Paul Morosi reports free-agent SP John Smoltz (Red Sox) would like to pitch in 2010 if he has a full offseason to prepare.
07:00 AM EST (1)
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GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said the Phillies aren't interested in Smoltz
Source (rotowire.com)
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GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said the Phillies aren't interested in Smoltz "at this time," the Delaware News Journal reports. [...]
[+] August 18th 2009 10 Updates
11:00 PM EST (2)
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Sources: Cards will sign RHP Smoltz
Source (foxsports.com)
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Barring a last-minute change in plans, John Smoltz will sign with the St. Louis Cardinals by the end of this week, multiple sources said Tuesday night.
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Cardinals | Smoltz to sign with team
Joe Strauss, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports free-agent SP John Smoltz (Red Sox) will accept the St. Louis Cardinals' offer to join the team as their fifth starter after he clears waivers Wednesday, Aug. 19, according to multiple sources.
9:00 PM EST (2)
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Sources have told ESPN.com that John Smoltz is "strongly
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Sources have told ESPN.com that John Smoltz is "strongly leaning" towards signing with the St. Louis Cardinals Smoltz said he will decide on a team Wednesday. [...]
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Smoltz signing in the Cards?
Source (fanball.com)
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ESPN.com reports that John Smoltz is "strongly leaning towards" signing with the St. Louis Cardinals.
Our View: Smoltz told friends that he will make a decision on Wednesday when he officially becomes a free agent, and all indications are that he will sign with the Cardinals. He is a risk free option for the Birds and could be a valuable addition not only as a fifth starter and right arm in relief, but as a mentor (with loads of playoffs experience) for the Cardinals young arms. The Rangers, Dodgers and Marlins are considered interested, but not at the top of Smoltz's list.
3:00 PM EST (1)
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Tigers | Unlikely to sign Smoltz
Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, reports the Detroit Tigers are unlikely to take a chance and sign free-agent SP John Smoltz (Red Sox), according to general manager Dave Dombrowski.
1:00 PM EST (2)
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Tigers' GM: Smoltz 'probably not a fit for us'
Source (foxsports.com)
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Whenever John Smoltz is available, the question comes: Could he return to the Tigers, the team he cheered for while growing up in Michigan, the team that drafted him out of Lansing Waverly High School, the team that traded him to Atlanta in 1987?
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Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch quotes a Cardinals
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch quotes a Cardinals official as saying the team has "very serious interest" in John Smoltz. Smoltz was released by the Red Sox yesterday after putting up a disappointing 8. [...]
11:00 AM EST (2)
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The Cardinals were in touch with Smoltz's agent on Monday after
Source (rotowire.com)
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The Cardinals were in touch with Smoltz's agent on Monday after the Red Sox released Smoltz, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. [...]
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Cardinals | Contact Smoltz
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Joe Strauss reports the St. Louis Cardinals have contacted free-agent P John Smoltz's (Red Sox) representation and expressed "very serious interest," according to one official.
10:00 AM EST (1)
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Cards discussing Smoltz as fifth starter
Source (fanball.com)
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According to the Twitter page of Cardinals' beat writer Joe Strauss, the team has been working on an arrangement where John Smoltz would be signed as the team's fifth starter. The Cardinals are believed to be the front-runner for Smoltz's services.
Our View: The Cards will only need a fifth starter a few more times the rest of the season because of off-days, so under this theory Smoltz would pitch those days and be available out of the bullpen for the rest of the time. The Cardinals are emerging as the heavy favorite for Smoltz, and there could be a decision as soon as today by the veteran pitcher on his plans for the rest of the season.
[+] August 17th 2009 17 Updates
10:00 PM EST (1)
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Pitcher Smoltz released by Red Sox (Reuters)
Reuters - All-Star pitcher John Smoltz has been released by the Boston Red Sox, the team said on its website (http://boston.redsox.mlb.com) on Monday.
8:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz, who was 2-5 with an 8.33 ERA in a disappointing stint
Smoltz, who was 2-5 with an 8.33 ERA in a disappointing stint with the Red Sox this season, was designated for assignment by the club on Aug. 7. He will clear unconditional waivers on Wednesday at which point the 42-year-old right-hander will be able to negotiate with other teams. It's unclear whether Smoltz will wind up pitching for another club or call it quits.
5:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz officially released by Boston
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: The Boston Globe reports that the Red Sox have officially released SP John Smoltz. [...]
4:00 PM EST (1)
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Red Sox | Smoltz released
Chad Finn, of The Boston Globe, reports the Boston Red Sox released SP John Smoltz Monday, Aug. 17, according to FOXSports.com. Smoltz apparently does not intend to retire and is open to joining teams as a starter or reliever.
3:00 PM EST (7)
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The Red Sox officially released Smoltz on Monday, FOXSports.com
Source (rotowire.com)
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The Red Sox officially released Smoltz on Monday, FOXSports.com reports. [...]
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Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent and can sign with any team. The Dodgers, Rangers, Cardinals, Marlins and Astros have expressed some level of interest in the 42-year-old veteran, and a new deal should be completed before August 31. [...]
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Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent and can sign with any team. The Dodgers, Rangers, Cardinals, Marlins and Astros have each expressed some level of interest in the 42-year-old veteran and a new deal should be completed before August 31. [...]
4.
Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent
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Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent and can sign with any team. The Dodgers, Rangers, Cardinals, Marlins and Astros have expressed some level of interest in the 42-year-old veteran and a new deal should be completed before August 31. [...]
5.
Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent and can sign with any team. The Dodgers, Rangers, Cardinals, Marlins and Astros have expressed some level of interest in the 42-year-old veteran and a new deal should be completed before August 31. [...]
6.
Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent
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Red Sox released RHP John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent and can sign with any team. The Dodgers, Rangers, Cardinals, Marlins and Astros have expressed some level of interest in the 42-year-old veteran. [...]
7.
Smoltz officially released by Sox
Source (fanball.com)
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Updating a previous report, FoxSports.com is reporting that the Red Sox have officially released pitcher John Smoltz. Smoltz is now a free agent and can sign with any team in the majors.
Our View: There have been four teams mentioned at the top of the list of suitors for Smoltz, and he would be a good fit in any of them. The Cardinals, Dodgers, Rangers, and Marlins are all interested, so it will be up to Smoltz as to where he wants to go.
2:00 PM EST (1)
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Red Sox officially release former Cy Young winner
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz has been released by the Red Sox, a major league source told FOXSports.com.
11:00 AM EST (1)
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Braves | Not interested in Smoltz
Braves.MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports the Atlanta Braves aren't interested in Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz.
10:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Red Sox | Smoltz release coming
Updating previous reports, the Boston Herald reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz is expected to be released by 2 p.m. EST Monday, Aug. 17.
09:00 AM EST (2)
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The Red Sox are expected to release John Smoltz Monday at 2pm
Source (rotoworld.com)
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The Red Sox are expected to release John Smoltz Monday at 2pm EST. The Dodgers, Rangers, Cardinals, Marlins and Astros have made their interest known in the 42-year-old veteran and will be allowed to bid on him once he's removed from Boston's roster. [...]
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Sox close to releasing Smoltz
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According to SI.com, the Boston Red Sox may release pitcher John Smoltz on Monday. The team is having trouble finding a trade partner due to roster bonuses, and Monday is the deadline by which a move must be made.
Our View: It is starting to sound like Smoltz may be getting released, as no one is biting on a trade at this point. The teams being mentioned as interested continue to include the Dodgers, Cardinals, Marlins, and Rangers, so look for one of those teams to be Smoltz's final destination.
05:00 AM EST (1)
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Red Sox | Smoltz release likely
Sports Illustrated's Jon Heyman reports the Boston Red Sox are leaning toward releasing SP John Smoltz Monday, Aug. 17, which is the deadline for them to pull off a trade. A release means the Red Sox would be on the hook for the remainder of the $5.5-million, one-year deal they gave to Smoltz in the winter. Although several teams are interested in Smoltz, the performance bonuses in his contract have complicated trade talks.
[+] August 15th 2009 3 Updates
3:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz coming back in '09
Source (fanball.com)
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John Smoltz does not intend to retire, and is open to joining a club as either a starter or reliever, according to Fox Sports.
Our View: The Red Sox have until Monday to trade Smotlz, who they designated for assignment last Friday, but might have trouble doing so because of the money remaining on his $5.5 million contract. It's more likely that they will have to swallow the money, allowing him to become a free agent. The Dodgers, Cardinals, Marlins and Rangers are all in need of pitching help and have all expressed interest.
2:00 PM EST (1)
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Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com cites a major-league source as
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Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com cites a major-league source as saying that John Smoltz doesn't intend to retire and is open to joining a team as a starter or a reliever. [...]
12:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz won't retire, searching for new club
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz definitely wants to pitch again in 2009.
[+] August 13th 2009 5 Updates
09:00 AM EST (3)
1.
Marlins | Interested in Smoltz
The South Florida Sun-Sentinel's Juan C. Rodriguez reports the Florida Marlins are interested in Boston Red Sox P John Smoltz.
2.
The Marlins are among the teams interested in John Smoltz. Smoltz
Source (rotoworld.com)
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The Marlins are among the teams interested in John Smoltz. Smoltz cleared waivers this week and has refused an assignment to Triple-A Pawtucket. If enough teams are interested, perhaps a trade offer will be made before the veteran is released. [...]
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Marlins interested in Smoltz
Source (fanball.com)
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The South Florida Sun-Sentinel is reporting that the Marlins have thrown their hat in the ring as a potential suitor for the recently designated John Smoltz. The Marlins are in need of a fifth starter, and Smoltz has a good relationship with Marlines' manager Fredi Gonzalez from their time in Atlanta.
Our View: Florida actually seems like a really good fit for Smoltz. He would be returning to the NL East, the division he has played in for his entire career, and he would be an upgrade over the bevy of pitchers the Marlins have been using for their fifth spot. It remains to be seen if the team will pursue, but look for them to be in the mix.
08:00 AM EST (1)
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Cardinals | Some interest in Smoltz, Speier
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Derrick Goold reports St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said there is some interest in Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz and recently released RP Justin Speier (Angels).
04:00 AM EST (1)
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The Marlins are among the teams interested in Smoltz, the South
Source (rotowire.com)
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The Marlins are among the teams interested in Smoltz, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports. [...]
[+] August 12th 2009 18 Updates
8:00 PM EST (2)
1.
Smoltz won't pitch out of pen
Source (fanball.com)
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According to the Providence Journal, John Smoltz has told the Red Sox that he won't pitch for them out of the bullpen.
Our View: This should effectively end Smoltz's brief tenure in Bean Town. The Red Sox have until Sunday to figure out what to do with him, but he'll almost certainly be traded. The Cardinals have already expressed interest.
2.
John Smoltz has told the Red Sox that he does not want to pitch
Source (rotoworld.com)
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John Smoltz has told the Red Sox that he does not want to pitch out of the bullpen. This is likely the final nail in the coffin for Smoltz's time in Boston. [...]
7:00 PM EST (1)
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La Russa interested in Smoltz
Source (fanball.com)
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According to Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Cardinals manager Tony La Russa has expressed interest in bringing John Smoltz aboard as a reliever.
Our View: As a reliever is probably how most teams value Smoltz at this point, since his stuff is still decent and he has proven capable of putting together good innings, just not five or six in a row.
4:00 PM EST (1)
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Red Sox | Smoltz will not return in relief role
Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz told general manager Theo Epstein that he is not interested in returning to the team in a relief role.
3:00 PM EST (1)
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Brewers | No interest in Smoltz, Padilla
Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports the Milwaukee Brewers have no interest in acquiring Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz or Texas Rangers SP Vicente Padilla, according to general manager Doug Melvin.
2:00 PM EST (1)
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Red Sox | Smoltz refuses minor league assignment
SportingNews.com reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz has refused an assignment to the minor leagues, according to FOXSports.com. The Red Sox have until Sunday, Aug. 16, to either trade or release him.
1:00 PM EST (3)
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Smoltz has refused an assignment to Triple-A, FoxSports.com
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz has refused an assignment to Triple-A, FoxSports.com reports. [...]
2.
Smoltz refuses assignment
Source (fanball.com)
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FoxSports.com is reporting that starting pitcher John Smoltz has refused an assignment to Triple-A from the Red Sox. The team will now have to either trade or release him.
Our View: The Sox will try to work out a trade to get some relief from his contract, but if not then they will have to give him his release. It seems likely that he could pitch in the league again this year, as a few teams such as the Dodgers and Cardinals, have expressed at least a little interest.
3.
Red Sox | Smoltz refuses option to minors
Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz has refused an assignment to the minors. The Red Sox now have the option of either trading him or releasing him. The Los Angeles Dodgers have shown interest in a trade, and Smoltz has cleared waivers, but any deal involving Smoltz would require a significant financial component. Smoltz receives $35,000 for each day he is on an active roster and other appearance-related bonuses. He also receives a $500,000 bonus if he is on an active roster and not the disabled list by the end of the season, and a $500,000 bonus if he is traded.
12:00 PM EST (3)
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According to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com, John Smoltz has
Source (rotoworld.com)
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According to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com, John Smoltz has refused an assignment to Triple-A Pawtucket. The Red Sox now must either trade or release him. [...]
2.
According to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com, John Smoltz has
Source (rotoworld.com)
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According to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com, John Smoltz has refused an assignment to Triple-A Pawtucket. The Red Sox now must either trade or release him. [...]
3.
Smoltz refuses move to minors; two options left
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz's brief career with the Red Sox is over.
11:00 AM EST (1)
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Smoltz clears waivers
Source (fanball.com)
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John Smoltz has cleared waivers, according to MLB.com. The Red Sox have to either trade him, release him, or send him to the minors by Sunday.
Our View: There has been no definitive word from Smoltz on his future plans, but it would seem like he would keep pitching if he gets traded and gets another opportunity to start. No matter where he goes, he should not be viewed as any kind of fantasy option after his performance in Boston.
08:00 AM EST (5)
1.
2 p.m.: Phillips/Phrases
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Sunday Night Baseball's Steve Phillips dishes on Red Sox-Yankees, John Smoltz and more with Scott and Ryen. Plus, listener submitted...
2.
Steve Phillips, MLB
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Steve Phillips shares his thoughts on John Smoltz and the opening game of the Red Sox-Yankees series...
3.
2 p.m.: Phillips/Phrases
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Sunday Night Baseball's Steve Phillips dishes on Red Sox-Yankees, John Smoltz and more with Scott and Ryen. Plus, listener submitted...
4.
Steve Phillips, MLB
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Steve Phillips shares his thoughts on John Smoltz and the opening game of the Red Sox-Yankees series...
5.
Smoltz standing at uncertain crossroads
Source (Amy K Nelson)
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John Smoltz was roughed up by the Yankees, leaving doubt as to whether his days as an effective major league pitcher are behind him.
[+] August 11th 2009 3 Updates
6:00 PM EST (1)
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Smoltz has cleared waivers, ESPN's Buster Olney reports. He
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz has cleared waivers, ESPN's Buster Olney reports. He was designated for assignment on Aug. 7. [...]
2:00 PM EST (2)
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Chad Finn of the Boston Globe cites a report by ESPN's Buster
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Chad Finn of the Boston Globe cites a report by ESPN's Buster Olney that John Smoltz has cleared waivers. The Red Sox now have until Sunday to trade, release or send him to the minors. [...]
2.
Red Sox | Smoltz clears waivers
Chad Finn, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz has cleared waivers after being designated for assignment Friday, Aug. 7, according to ESPN.com's Buster Olney. The team has until Sunday, Aug. 16, to release him, trade him or send him to the minors.
[+] August 10th 2009 2 Updates
3:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Dodgers | Considering Padilla, Smoltz?
Kevin Baxter, of the Los Angeles Times, reports the Los Angeles Dodgers are considering adding either Texas Rangers SP Vicente Padilla or Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz.
11:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Rangers | Interested in Smoltz
ESPN.com's Buster Olney reports the Texas Rangers are interested in Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz.
[+] August 9th 2009 2 Updates
9:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Tazawa slated for Tuesday
Source (fanball.com)
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Junichi Tazawa has been slated to start Tuesday's game against the Tigers, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View: Tazawa will be making a spot-start in the rotation in place of the struggling John Smoltz, who was designated for assignment. Tazawa will have a strong supporting cast to help him succeed, and he is worth a look as a flier for AL-only leagues.
10:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Rangers could look at Smoltz
Source (fanball.com)
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The Rangers may consider acquiring John Smoltz, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View: Smoltz appears more likely to keep playing after his release than his ex-teammate Tom Glavine, and with many contending teams thin on pitching, like the Rangers and Dodgers, expect him to end up starting somewhere relatively soon.
[+] August 8th 2009 1 Updates
2:00 PM EST (1)
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Red Sox designate Smoltz for assignment
Source (foxsports.com)
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John Smoltz may have thrown the last pitch of his storied career.
[+] August 7th 2009 17 Updates
9:00 PM EST (2)
1.
Smoltz not likely to reunite with ATL
Source (fanball.com)
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John Smoltz isn't likely to reunite with the Braves, according to MLBlogs.com.
Our View: There is some speculation that Smotltz might not come back and finish the season as a reliever, but he would apparently be most likely to do that in the Red Sox organization. Stay tuned.
2.
Red Sox designate Smoltz for assignment (Reuters)
Reuters - The Boston Red Sox have designated the pitcher John Smoltz for assignment, one day after the right-hander was blitzed by the New York Yankees.
8:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Red Sox cut struggling pitcher John Smoltz
John Smoltz may have thrown the last pitch of his storied career. The Boston Red Sox cut the struggling Smoltz on Friday, a day after the New York Yankees sent the 42-year-old righty to yet another early exit.
7:00 PM EST (1)
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Red Sox's pitching depth quickly evaporates
Source (Tom Verducci)
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1. This year has not been kind to future Hall of Famers and buddies Tom Glavine and John Smoltz. First, Glavine gets dumped by the Braves just when he was finishing a minor league rehab assignment -- and then no team wanted him. Now, Smoltz, in the wake of one of the worst of his 474 big league starts Thursday night for Boston against the Yankees, gets designated for assignment, essentially cut from the Red Sox in what could be a humbling end to a Hall of Fame career.
5:00 PM EST (3)
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This likely brings an end to Smoltz's tenure with the Red Sox,
This likely brings an end to Smoltz's tenure with the Red Sox, one day after he allowed eight earned runs in 3 1/3 innings to the Yanks for his fifth loss in eight starts this season. Smoltz was battered around for an 8.33 ERA over 40 innings and eight starters with the Red Sox. After learning the news, he flew back home to Atlanta to weigh his options. Between the two stops, Tazawa, a member of the Japanese national team in the 2007 Baseball World Cup, had 94 strikeouts and 27 walks in 107 1/3 innings. He'll likely join the Red Sox bullpen.
2.
Red Sox DFA Smoltz, add Woodward
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: The Red Sox have designated veteran SP John Smoltz for assignment and have picked up SS Chris Woodward off waivers from Seattle. [...]
3.
Red Sox cut ineffective Smoltz
The Boston Red Sox have cut struggling pitcher John Smoltz.
4:00 PM EST (5)
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Smoltz has been designated for assignment, ESPNews reports.
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz has been designated for assignment, ESPNews reports. [...]
2.
Red Sox designated RHP John Smoltz for assignment. Smoltz appeared
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Red Sox designated RHP John Smoltz for assignment. Smoltz appeared overmatched Thursday against the Yankees, and his long, impressive career may be over. [...]
3.
Red Sox designate Smoltz for assignment
Source (foxsports.com)
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After giving up eight earned runs in Boston's loss to the Yankees on Thursday night, John Smoltz on Friday was designated for assignment.
4.
Red Sox | Smoltz designated for assignment
ESPNews reports the Boston Red Sox designated SP John Smoltz for assignment Friday, Aug. 7.
5.
Smoltz DFA'd by Red Sox
Source (fanball.com)
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According to the Twitter page of Red Sox beat writer Amalie Benjamin, the team has designated pitcher John Smoltz for assignment.
Our View: This move shouldn't be a surprise considering the way Smoltz has pitched this season, but it's still the great John Smoltz getting DFA'd. When we get more info, we will pass it on, but it looks like Smoltz may be done.
12:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Fantasy Baseball: 8/7
Source (Matthew Berry)
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Before being sidetracked by international recording superstar Eric Hutchinson, Nate points out Matthew's worst (John Smoltz) and best (Mark Reynolds) calls of the season
11:00 AM EST (1)
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John Smoltz's performance may force decisions from both him and the Sox, says Buster Olney
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It's hard enough to admit when it might be time to walk away, but when a pennant race is a factor, the decision may no longer be your own. John Smoltz may be facing that reality, writes Buster Olney. Plus a tribute to a legend of sportswriting.
08:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Red Sox | Smoltz hit hard Thursday
The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz was tagged for eight runs and nine hits in 3 1/3 innings Thursday, Aug. 6, against the New York Yankees. It sent his ERA to 8.33 for his eight starts this season. It was his most runs allowed since he gave up eight in a no-decision with the Atlanta Braves on May 28, 2006, at Wrigley Field.
1:00 AM EST (1)
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Yankees tag Smoltz for eight runs
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Red Sox SP John Smoltz (2-5) was tagged for eight runs and nine hits in 3 1/3 innings during Thursday's 13-6 loss to the Yankees, sending his ERA to 8.33 for his eight starts this season. It was his most runs allowed since he gave up eight in a no-decision with Atlanta on May 28, 2006, at Wrigley Field. Smoltz carried a 3-1 lead into the bottom of the fourth before the Yankees broke out the bats. They scored eight times in the inning, which featured a three-run homer from Melky Cabrera off Smoltz. The veteran walked four, struck out three and allowed two homers. [...]
12:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Smoltz was thrashed for the fourth straight time Thursday, allowing
Source (rotowire.com)
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Smoltz was thrashed for the fourth straight time Thursday, allowing eight runs on nine hits and four walks over just 3.1 innings. [...]
[+] August 6th 2009 2 Updates
11:00 PM EST (2)
1.
John Smoltz was tagged for eight runs on nine hits in just 3
Source (rotoworld.com)
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John Smoltz was tagged for eight runs on nine hits in just 3 1/3 innings in a loss to the Yankees on Thursday night. He got through the first three innings with only one run allowed but fell apart in the fourth, allowing three runs before leaving with the bases loaded and watching all three of his runners come across. [...]
2.
Smoltz gets bombed by Yanks
Source (fanball.com)
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John Smoltz got lit up again on Thursday, this time by the hated Yankees as the Red Sox fell by a score of 13-6. Smoltz went 3.1 innings and allowed eight runs on nine hits while walking four and striking out three.
Our View: The Sox can't possibly keep throwing Smoltz out there every five days, because right now he is not capable of pitching well enough to keep them in games. His ERA is at 8.32, so no need to wait for the Sox to make a move before you get rid of him.
John Smoltz Injury News
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John Smoltz Fantasy Scoring
Top| # | date | Innings | K's | Hits | Walks | ERA | Decision | Points | Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 30 09 | 4.0 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 6 | loss | -0.50 | 38.82 |
| 2 | Sep 23 09 | 6.0 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 2 | loss | 12.50 | 8.5 |
| 3 | Sep 18 09 | 6.0 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 2 | none | 9.50 | 26.5 |
| 4 | Sep 08 09 | 5.0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 3 | none | 11.00 | 18.5 |
| 5 | Sep 03 09 | 6.0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 4 | loss | 11.00 | 18.5 |
| 6 | Aug 28 09 | 6.0 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | none | 14.50 | 16 |
| 7 | Aug 23 09 | 5.0 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | win | 27.50 | 4.5 |
| 8 | Aug 06 09 | 3.1 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 8 | loss | -4.84 | 33.34 |
| 9 | Jul 31 09 | 6.0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 5 | win | 15.00 | 20 |
| 10 | Jul 26 09 | 5.0 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 6 | loss | 5.00 | 24.5 |
| 11 | Jul 20 09 | 5.2 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 6 | loss | 5.82 | 22.18 |
| 12 | Jul 11 09 | 5.0 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | win | 23.50 | 4.5 |
| 13 | Jul 06 09 | 6.0 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 5 | loss | 4.50 | 35.5 |
| 14 | Jun 30 09 | 4.0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | none | 7.00 | 28 |
| 15 | Jun 25 09 | 5.0 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 5 | loss | 6.00 | 20 |
| Totals: | 77.3 | 73 | 95 | 18 | 143.48 | ||||
John Smoltz Fantasy Graph
TopPlayer Run Differential Notes
Numbers in parenthesis for each team indicates total runs scored that game. Numbers next to each pitcher indicates earned runs. This stat is used to get a better understanding of the performance of the pitcher and how much run support he got from his team.
The run differential is based on total runs each team scored when John Smoltz has a decision. (i.e. win/loss) Similarly, the opposing pitcher listed also received a decision.
Home Breakdown
Top| Games | Home | Away | Pitcher (Earned) | Opp. Pitcher (Earned) | Diff |
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Away Breakdown
Top| Games | Away | Home | Pitcher (Earned) | Opp. Pitcher (Earned) | Diff |
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