The Smoltz 3000Ks Tribute Video

by royhobbs on Apr 22, 2008 11:21 PM EDT

Yeah, I know - it sucked losing that game, and if any of you guys are anything like me, you'd trade in the 3,000th strikeout at home for a win any day of the week. Lannan pitched a hell of a game, and kept our boys off balance all day long. Zimmerman and Johnson also provided some luck and stellar defense on the corners which was a huge contributor to the offense unable to get anything going.

But let's get to what's important - Smoltzie's 3,000th Strikeout.

It was a thing of beauty. The crowd was really into the entire situation, and anytime he got into a 2-strike hole with any batter, the Ted actually sounded like it was closing time in the World Series. Nick Johnson, Austin Kearns, John Lannan, and Felipe Lopez for the monument, I wouldn't have guessed - but who really cares?

I don't know what you folks got on television, but those of who were at the park were treated to this little number:

I apologize for the blurs and whatnot, but my camera was acting funny throughout the entire night. I have a bunch of photos chronicling the entire evening, and despite the outcome of the game, let's not forget that it was most certainly once again John Smoltz Day, the one-and-only Strikeout King of Atlanta.

If you got to see it on television, that's awesome. If not, I hope y'all can salvage to enjoy.

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thanks for posting!

Wish I’d been there to see it. This is the next best thing, if my eyes were constantly going in and out of focus. ;)

by jug on Apr 23, 2008 10:34 AM EDT reply actions

That smile...

...he flashed after strikeout 2000 made me laugh.

A special night, indeed.

by Smoltz's Beard on Apr 23, 2008 11:33 AM EDT reply actions

The man..

...is amazing. It has been a truly special experience being able to follow his entire career. And they day they let him in the hall, I’ll be there to watch it.

Two Teams, Two Coasts - One Obsession

by RainDelay on Apr 23, 2008 12:24 PM EDT reply actions

Thanks

That’s a classic, classy Braves tribute. I didn’t get to see that on TV.

by JDMaker1 on Apr 23, 2008 1:27 PM EDT reply actions

there was nothing like being at the game.

I was in the stands for this event, and loved it.

I loved it so much, I made a web tribute to John and the accomplishment.

http://www.smoltz3000.com/

by cgilmo78 on Apr 24, 2008 9:55 AM EDT reply actions

Great!

Thanks, that was the best copy I’ve seen so far. WIll you be posting your pictures as well?
Thanks cgilmo78, can’t wait to see your offering tonight (can’t view it at work).
Rain Delay, love that pic!

by Lizziebeth on Apr 24, 2008 10:33 AM EDT reply actions