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John Smoltz
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John Smoltz is a Hall of Fame pitcher who spent the majority of his 22-year career with the Atlanta Braves, earning recognition as one of the most dominant arms of his era. A Cy Young Award winner and eight-time All-Star, Smoltz combined elite pitching ability and leadership in the clubhouse to help drive the Braves’ success in the 1990s and 2000s, including a World Series title in 1995. Since retiring, he has remained active in baseball through broadcasting, mentoring youth players, and promoting the growth of the game.
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From the Dugout: John Smoltz on Pitching Development
26:16Pitching: Throwing Breaking-Balls
0:37Pitching: Chasing Velocity
1:15Pitching: Arm-Care
1:51Pitching: Mechanics
0:36Preparing for the Moment
0:50Natural Skill vs Learned Ability
1:23Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone
1:06The Power of Coaching
1:21Parenting at the Field
0:51From the Dugout: John Smoltz on Pitching Development
26:16Jeff sits down with Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz to unpack what it really takes to develop as a pitcher. From mastering command and building velocity to protecting your arm and training with purpose, they cover the essentials every youth pitcher needs to know. The conversation focuses on long-term development, helping players grow their confidence, refine their craft, and take the right steps toward becoming a complete pitcher.