John Smoltz's return could be delayed

 
Atlanta Braves pitcher John Smoltz had planned to return from a rotator cuff injury in late May, but... [link]

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Smoltz feels discomfort after throwing

DAVID O'BRIEN The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 05/18/08 Not so fast on that planned John Smoltz return in late May. The chronically sore-shouldered pitcher still hopes to come back from the disabled list by the end of the month, but ...
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Atlanta Braves pitcher John Smoltz had hoped to return by the end of May from a stint on the disabled list for an inflamed rotator cuff. That plan may have to be put on hold.
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