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John Smoltz - Wikipedia
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Every World Series since 1982 has featured a teammate of John Smoltz
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August 23, 2009: John Smoltz earns 213th and final career win in debut with Cardinals – Society for American Baseball Research
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Nationals 9, Red Sox 3: Smoltz roughed up in debut
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New St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher John Smoltz (C) walks in from the bullpen with catcher Yadier Molina (L) and pitching coach Dave Duncan before a game against the Washington Nationals at
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Sparty Pride: John Smoltz, hype video salute Michigan State
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Fans react to John Smoltz's Bryce Harper prediction
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MSU fan John Smoltz on rivalry: 'Your whole year can be made
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Smoltz resurfaces with Cardinals - Sports Illustrated