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John Smoltz: The Little Engine That Could

Found August 20, 2009 on Babes Love Baseball: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: John Smoltz
TEAMS: Boston Red Sox,  St. Louis Cardinals

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John Smoltz isn't quite ready to hang up his cleats. Apparently, the St. Louis Cardinals don't believe he is, either.

The NL Central leaders signed the 42-year-old former ace on Wednesday, shortly after he was dismissed by the Boston Red Sox with a 2-5 record and 8.33 ERA over eight starts. The Cardinals are hoping Smoltz can fill the void as the fifth starter or maybe even move to the bullpen for some right-handed relief.

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