Read more at http://nationalpost.pa-sportsticker.com/default.aspx?s=mlb-news-display&nid=A152769771212121311A

Smoltz fanned Felipe Lopez in the third inning, the veteran hurler’s fourth of the game, to reach the mark. He struck out 10 for the second straight start and for the 45th time in his 20-year career. Read more at … READ MORE

pictured: Justin Morneau was the AL MVP in 2006 The racial dynamics in professional baseball remain the same in 2008 as they have been for some time now – very aggressive recruitment and development of non-American players, along with very … READ MORE

pictured: Greg Maddux, one of the greatest pitchers of all time, has 347 career wins The racial dynamics in professional baseball remain the same in 2008 as they have been for some time now – very aggressive recruitment and development … READ MORE

pictured: Craig Biggio needs just 70 more hits to reach 3,000 for his career The racial dynamics in professional baseball remain the same in 2007 as they have been for some time now

pictured: Jim Thome is only 28 home runs short of 500 for his career The racial dynamics in professional baseball remain the same in 2007 as they have been for some time now

pictured: 42-year-old Yankees ace Randy Johnson is one of the best pitchers in baseball history In football, mostly black players are recruited by the elite 1-A programs with many superb white high school players shut out, which is why blacks … READ MORE

pictured: Padres closer Trevor Hoffman is second all-time in career saves with 436 entering the ’06 season. In football, mostly black players are recruited by the elite 1-A programs with many superb white high school players shut out, which is … READ MORE