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Pardon My Take
Jul 1, 2026
John Smoltz discusses the unsustainable nature of modern pitching velocity, the strategic landscape of the MLB trade market, and his own competitive pursuits in celebrity golf. The conversation highlights how teams prioritize max-effort pitching at the expense of player longevity and overall roster sustainability.
Key insight: Smoltz notes that while we once had one generational freak like Nolan Ryan, we now have 25 players capable of throwing 100mph, which he believes is medically and genetically unsustainable for the human body.
