sports.espn.go.com - 5/19/2008
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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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Most people hate Monday's, and that includes me. But around Major League Baseball it seems to be one of those busy days. ....According to this mornings Oregonian (print edition) San Diego Padres Catcher Michael Barrett (15 Day Disabled-List) will have a short re-hab stint with the Portland Beavers of the Pacific Coast League starting tonight against Tucson. ....If you're holding your breath waiting for the Atlanta Braves John Smoltz to return from the Disabled List - may have to wait a bit longer . "It could be anywhere between the [late May] timetable I discussed and a lot ...
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