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This Day in Braves History: John Smoltz picks up his first career save - Battery Power
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Braves to retire Smoltz's No. 29, induct pitcher into team hall of fame
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This Day in Braves History: John Smoltz becomes the fastest to reach 40 saves - Battery Power
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Mr. Versatile: John Smoltz thrived as starter and reliever
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This Day in Braves History: John Smoltz strikes out 15 in win over Expos - Battery Power
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Three decades later, Hall of Famer John Smoltz revisits numb feeling of trade to Braves
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