151 Quotes by John Smoltz

Whenever you see a rash of new guys coming through, you never imagine they can contribute the way that they did. I think it's a great boost of confidence for them to be able to feel that no matter what happens this year, they have the capability to be a big part of our organization.

I'm going to look back on my year and say, 'There wasn't much I could do in my losses,' ... That's the way it goes.

When you can get on base, and it doesn't hurt that bad, why not?

I'm going to have a great year. I really am. I know it might not seem like it after the first two starts, but I will.

The pitch to Reyes was the make-it or break-it pitch of the game. He beat our defense because I made a bad pitch.

I'm going to go into the year not trying to accomplish anything. I'm not trying to win all my games. I'm not trying to do anything other than go out there and play catch and pitch and keep the team in it as long as possible.

My control shouldn't be an issue. I've been down this road so many times before. Adrenaline is going to be incredible at this time. ... The issue's going to be will I be able to come out from the start and contain that adrenaline?

My control shouldn't be an issue, ... I've been down this road so many times before. Adrenaline is going to be incredible at this time. ... The issue's going to be will I be able to come out from the start and contain that adrenaline?

I'm getting there. I've made an adjustment and my body just has to get used to it. I'll go four (innings) next time and just try to put it together little by little.