John Smoltz Explains Why Justin Verlander Is the Last of His Kind

With Justin Verlander officially announcing his retirement, I sat down with Hall of Famer John Smoltz to reflect on one of the greatest pitching careers in baseball history which just so happens to be accomplished by my brother.

We discuss what made Justin so special, the moments that defined his career, what Cooperstown should remember most, and what it's like knowing when it's finally time to walk away from the game.

If you're a Justin Verlander fan, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

1:55 John Smoltz Joins

3:31 How Hard Is The Decision?

8:54 What Will You Remember Most?

10:17 What Impressed You Most?

12:51 Pitching In 2 Generations

15:19 How Baseball Will Remember JV

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