John Smoltz experienced some shoulder problems last year and pitched through them, without having any corrective surgery. Well, his shoulder discomfort is back, as David O'Brien writes, and you cannot underestimate the potential impact of this for the Braves. In the immediate future, the question of whether Smoltz can stay healthy will linger, and his status will have a significant impact on the Braves' chances for contending in the NL East. And in the big picture, you have to wonder this: If S ...

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