Almost 15 years later, it is interesting to try and predict the kind of seasons which each of the original Big Three members have. Let's start with the final remaining Brave, John Smoltz.
John Smoltz
Bats Right
Throws Right
Height 6' 3"
Weight 210 lb.
Throws Right
Height 6' 3"
Weight 210 lb.
After a healthy 2006 campaign, Smoltz will hopefully fight off the injury bug which has plagued him throughout his career. A vastly-improved bullpen will contribute heavily to his win totals, but I have a feeling that he will not be able to avoid a trip to the disabled list.
Prediction: 17-5 in 31 games started, 3.94 ERA, 150 Ks.
Greg Maddux
Bats Right
Throws Right
Height 6' 0"
Weight 170 lb.
Throws Right
Height 6' 0"
Weight 170 lb.
Joining the Padres in the offseason on a 1 year deal worth $10 million dollars and a player option for 2008, Maddux will surely benefit from playing in Petco Park. Look for him to post similar totals to last season, although a hot start like last year's is not guaranteed.
Prediction: 18-11, 3.84 ERA, 103 Ks. Mad Dog makes every start.
Tom Glavine
Bats Left
Throws Left
Height 6' 1"
Weight 190 lb.
Tom only needs 10 to join the prestigious 300-win club, something which he dearly wants to do and makes no bones about. Winning 15 games last year, Glavine is a lock to achieve his goal barring injury, which he has been avoiding to this point in his career. Along with 300 wins, Glavine is also sure to get his 2500th strikeout of his illustrious career.
Prediction: 14-8, 4.12 ERA, 110 Ks.
Throws Left
Height 6' 1"
Weight 190 lb.
Tom only needs 10 to join the prestigious 300-win club, something which he dearly wants to do and makes no bones about. Winning 15 games last year, Glavine is a lock to achieve his goal barring injury, which he has been avoiding to this point in his career. Along with 300 wins, Glavine is also sure to get his 2500th strikeout of his illustrious career.
Prediction: 14-8, 4.12 ERA, 110 Ks.