John Smoltz is going for an unorthodox spring training routine which will could increase his time in the bigs. Smoltzie will spend his spring training working on his change-up, curveball and sinker by pitching more simulated games or minor-league games instead of a steady dose of Grapefruit League starts.
Smoltz, who at 40 still could potentially play two more seasons with the Braves, has admitted to losing a little off his fastball. But with an improved arsenal, he’s hoping to induce more ground ball and double play outs instead of the strike-outs we’re used to.
"Put it this way — last year, I held my breath [on some pitches] and couldn't believe the results."
With a bit of luck, he’ll be able to breathe a little easier this year.
(Photo: AP Photo/David J. Phillip; source)
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