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Although the announcement hasn't been made yet that he's joining the Boston Red Sox, John Smoltz has released a statement announcing his departure from the Atlanta Braves.

"I was going to withhold comment until the announcement of my signing with a new team, but I now feel the need to clear up any misconceptions and inaccuracies about the contract negotiations between myself and the Atlanta Braves," he said. "There were large discrepancies between the offer from the Braves and offers from other teams . . .

"I have always loved the city of Atlanta, and it will always be my home. I will cherish my 21 years with [manager] Bobby Cox and all my Braves' teammates. I continue to wish the Atlanta Braves nothing but success in the future."

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