Smoltz To Take Clemens Approach?

SUNDAY: Dave O’Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reminds Braves fans of the plan for Smoltz.  He will continue to rehab (sans progress reports for the media).  If Smoltz is willing and able to pitch, the Braves want him back.

SATURDAY: Jesse Spector of the New York Daily News talked to John Smoltz’s agent, Keith Grunewald.  Smoltz, of course, would love to finish his career in Atlanta.  The Braves figure to make an effort to re-sign him, but it’s not a lock.  Smoltz could be ready in May or June following shoulder surgery, and could sign late with a contender as Roger Clemens did a few years ago.  It’s not known whether he’ll start or relieve.