John Smoltz: The Art of Perseverance Through Pain & Triumph

[@jamesscott9818]

This man was a godsend to the Atlanta Braves. Thank you sir for Bringing the Braves out of obscurity when I was a kid!!

[@alejandrojose6808]

What a touchy comment !

[@mysticakhenaton1701]

that trade to Atlanta was the BEST thing to happened to Smoltz. little did he know at the time.

[@dranderson6071]

I have a John Smoltz story. It was approx 1998 give or take a year. My girlfriend and I are staying at the Nassau Beach Hotel next to Marriot. The Marriot had a at the time a big sports gambling lounge. Had a small theatre seating area. I go in to gamble on some games around noon. The place is quiet and near empty. I look over and I recognize John. I hated the Braves as I’m from Toronto. I went over to him politely and hey good morning John. The guy was so nice. We sat there handicapping some games, had a couple beers I believe. Spent maybe an hour just talking like 2 lads. Probably not an exciting story to many but I remember it so vividly because he was just a regular guy. Cheers

[@chrisgreulich]

I have always been a huge John Smoltz fan. I believe he is even a better person than he was a person. He is a great role model for people.

[@maxcorder2211]

John, you’re one of the three greats. I was coaching my two boys in Little League during those great years in the early 90’s. We all loved you and the team, Bobby, Leo and the organization. Much congratulations and our best wishes for you and your family and continued success in life. Thank you for being an example of a man.

[@BryanKile]

FINALLY! You know you have to interview the other two! Such great interviewees! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@MAB1907]

Oh John the great memories and this whole interview I smiled thinking of TBS and the Atlanta Braves at 7:30 central time, thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️ !!!! Good luck in golf game my old friend….

[@MatthewBaumgarten]

Not a Braves fan, but i like John Smoltz!

[@luisrodriguez-mb7cc]

That team should have won at least two more World Series titles. They were that good, it's a shame they fell short.

[@beefsteew420]

Goes to show the best team doesn’t always win. Like he said they could’ve won 4 in 5 years imo maybe 5 in 6 if they got one of these early ones

[@tomsauer3830]

John Schmoltz is a pure man. And yes, easy to sleep is a true test of inner peace.

[@davidlj53]

Smotlz, Glavine, Maddox! What a rotation! Loved watching him pitch.

[@glenngrinter6818]

I got to see him pitch vs. Mets @ last year of Shea Stadium in 2008. Was in Cooperstown for his HOF induction, amazing to be starter then relief pitcher, be great at both.

[@kmac1766]

“Choose to get better over becoming bitter” 👍Winning mindset. Thanks Smoltzy.

[@devonbrooks246]

I remember as a Cards fan, for some reason they always had no issues with Maddux but Smoltz shut their lineups down. He is a gamer.

[@rockyhamilton1023]

One of my first memories at Turner Field was watching Smoltzy close a really close game on a really good Cardinals team. My Dad went crazy out of his seat next to me. One of my fondest memories of my Dad actually.

[@billmcg1676]

Not only First ballot HOFer as a starting pitcher and relief pitcher but just as a broacaster/color guy. Love listening to him call a game!

[@briancanterberry3085]

Got to see him pitch iny first attended Major League Baseball game. Atlanta Braves vs New York Mets. Fortunate enough to see him many times play in person and he is the reason i ALWAYS wore #29 in high and college baseball. He ALSO was one of the greatest closers of all time. I believe, if im correct about this, he is only player to have 250 plus wins and 250 plus saves. Thank you Smoltzy for the great memories and being and Atlanta Brave! GO BRAVES!!

[@alejandrojose6808]

What a class act this man is . Values determine the right path. Great interview, both did an awesome job.

[@BrianJamesWH]

There was this amazing show years ago called Sportscentury on ESPN Classic that would tell the story of classic sports athletes. It wasn't flashy, just classy and that's what I love about this series. It's just a great conversation and the facts about the greatness of these exceptional athletes.

[@johncook8720]

A total class act and very knowledgeable re the game itself. Im very glad the Braves won the one WS (1995) but shouldve won more. They probably win the 91 Series from the Twins if not for Lonnie Smiths baserunning error. In '92 the Blue Jays were up n coming, but no way they shouldve lost the '93 NLCS vs the Philies. '96 vs the Yanks they had it n then it slipped away. Not just a class act n k owledgeable, but a great pitcher too!

[@RecoveringAddict101]

These videos are amazing! Sports played by athletes who really loved the game!!

[@AliPo-ne3yf]

Sydney 'Oz Solid Salute @John Smoltz🙌🏼🕊️

[@williamparsonsiii668]

😅 0:20 😅😅😅😅 0:23 0:23 😅😅😅😅 0:24 😅😅😅😅

[@markswain365]

How could you not root for this guy !

[@danacoleman4007]

John is so lucky to have lived such a charmed life. This type of story really makes you wonder about the purpose of the universe. When some people get to have seemingly almost perfect lives and others must live lives that are complete shit.

[@travisp5747]

I can see your problem already . Victim mentalities are one of life’s biggest cancers. I hope you can find it within yourself to rid that from your mind. Jealously and envy will lead you no where. Observe those whom you surround yourself with.

[@danacoleman4007]

@@travisp5747 yeah, sorry about that. When they took the second leg it became extra difficult to stay positive. Your admonishment has woken me up and saved me, though! Thanks!

[@alejandrojose6808]

I heard Smoltz mentioning the Good Book during the interview. We can find so much wisdom in his pages. Obedience and discipline lead us to live a good life. There is always a new day to start my friend, today is the day no matter how old you are.

[@thebastard84]

​@danacoleman4007 maybe God hates you because you had to come here looking for sympathy..you had to make this about yourself.

[@moteleyes2]

What an icon. ❤

[@91LX50Mike]

Awesome interview….

[@MLStanleyK]

A CLASS ACT!!!!

[@Owenthebaseballguy]

I bet that guy talking about Smoltz on his way to the stadium was shitting bricks when he watched the game later

[@charlesgraham9954]

my grandmother was a diehard Dodger fan all the way back to Brooklen. she hatted the Braves,, lol

[@juliandancingshadow4959]

I really like this undeniable show with Joe Buck. You like the players but you get to know more about them

[@raulreyesjesus63]

Great!! Winning guy

[@FrankluzilliamsWilliams]

He is younger than I am.I remember that the Braves jumped from Hank Aaron over Bob Horner to the greatness in baseball. I was pleasantly surprised.

[@BigSwolio]

The last place Braves had a new GM by the name.of John Schueeholz.. JS had an incredible eye for talent & was shrewd deal maker. JS traded an old broke down P named.Doyle Alexander to the Tigers for John Smoltz. Shortly after, Bobby Cox leaves the front office to manage the club. Along came Glavine, Maddux & Avery to form the greatest rotation in MLB history. What a remarkable run.

[@meghanhinde9796]

You are right. But that old, broke down Doyle Alexander won like 7 straight in August and September to squeak the tigers into the AL Pennant. Only to lose it. Almost felt like a deal with the devil. Lol. I was a senior in High School in Central Michigan when they made that trade. Broke my heart. Loved Smoltzy. Home town hero.

[@logandetwiler4483]

In that segment said about the last time they had microphones in front of their mouths it was in 2021 when Atlanta won the World Series

[@ButlerFam]

Baseball Stars is truly the greatest baseball video game ever. If you can win the division with the SNK Crushers you've got serious baseball skills. 😅

[@sonnythebeast]

Wooo hoo go Michigander!!!!!!

[@patrickgray5633]

LOL 4:58 "Can I check your fluids????"

[@Gregster1234]

On March 8 I picked up my new Boxer pup. When my wife and I came in there was another couple there getting theirs, it was John Smoltz and his wife. We had no idea who he was 😂 very nice Christian couple. Guess I should have followed baseball more. 🙄

[@thomasrohland2897]

Did he just admitt he never had a cup of coffee? RLTW 😎

[@Arientis]

37:59 that’s what she said

[@thehardtruth3027]

A good pitcher who went into the HOF based on being a Brave and a likeable broadcaster. If you're a really good number 3 pitcher in the rotation, you rarely face the other teams Ace pitcher. Like Deion Sanders said about the footbally hall of fame their should be a top tier, and upper room of HOFamers. Smoltz was not on a level of his peers.....Pedro, Randy Johnson, Clemens, Maddux, Glavine or Schilling for that matter. And of the current crop sure fire HOFamers, he's below Verlander, Scherzer and Kershaw.

[@contecrayononpaper]

Now Greg Maddux, please.

[@MrSmittyca]

Cab ride to you’re shutout game in Pittsburgh lol 🤣

[@jamescarlin4244]

He sounds like Derek Jeter

[@meghanhinde9796]

Its the Michigan accent.

[@AvaRose00]

Loved John and the Braves in the 90’s but Bobby cost the Braves atleast two championships by not pitching Smoltz and Mark Wohlers…

[@maxpuppy96]

At least Joe isn't wearing red lipstick this time.

[@Lance-Stroll]

The braves couldn't hit

[@briancanterberry3085]

Couldn't hit?? Dave Justice, Andruw Jones, Chipper Jones, Javy Lopez, Ryan Klesko, Marquis Grissom, etc. What are you smoking?

[@Lance-Stroll]

First chipper was a child. 2nd Justice .279 ba, Lopez .289 ba, Klesko .279 ba, Grissom .272 ba. Not a great hitter in the bunch. A lot of decent hitters but they never had The Man on the offense

[@amberpaigejames9054]

No mention of Bonds? The Pirates? Leyland? Cabrera, Sid Bream? Lame interview. Thought it would be better.

[@contecrayononpaper]

Now Greg Maddux, please.