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sabernomics.com - 1/9/2009
C’mon Braves, At Least Be Honest
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Before I get started, I am on the record defending the Braves’ decision to not match Boston’s offer for John Smoltz . I think it was the right move; and, even though many disagree, I think it should be understandable from a business perspective. So, why is the front office botching ...
ajc.com - 1/8/2009
Braves CEO 'shocked' by Smoltz's decision
— ajc.com — Say it ain’t so, Smoltzy. John Smoltz’s career with the Braves is ending. The iconic Atlanta pitcher,... who’s recovering from June shoulder surgery, has agreed to a contract to pitch for the Boston Red Sox and will likely inform the Braves of his ... (more) Braves CEO 'shocked' by Smoltz's decision

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ajc.com - 1/8/2009
'Frustrated' Chipper questions Braves' dealings with Smoltz
— ajc.com — Chipper Jones took the news of John Smoltz’s departure extremely hard, both in a conversation with Smoltz... on the telephone Wednesday evening and in conversations with AJC reporters on Thursday. When speaking with AJC reporter Carroll Rogers Thursday ... (more) 'Frustrated' Chipper questions Braves' dealings with Smoltz

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The Now Incomplete 2014 Hall of Fame Class
jorgesaysno.blogspot.com - 1/9/2009
The Now Incomplete 2014 Hall of Fame Class
— jorgesaysno.blogspot.com — Imagine this: a warm, humid July day in Cooperstown, NY as legendary pitchers Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine,... and John Smoltz enter the hall of fame together. The fantastic trio was the heart and soul of the great Braves teams of the mid nineties that won the 1995 World Series and 11 division ... (more) The Now Incomplete 2014 Hall of Fame Class

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MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com:  Odds and Ends: Uehara, Roberts, Cruz, Smoltz

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Odds and Ends: Uehara, Roberts, Cruz, Smoltz
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com — ... be thrilled, but the Yankees could sign Juan Cruz and only surrender a fourth-round pick. Pirates GM Neal Huntington said the team is looking at some comeback-type free agent outfielders.  Dejan Kovacevic guesses that Emil Brown, Craig Monroe, or Jonny Gomes could fit the bill. The Red Sox designated knuckleballer Charlie Zink for assignment. J.C. Bradbury believes the Braves were misleading with the public regarding their offer to ...

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