John Smoltz optimistic about American Century, explains why golf is more ‘nerve-racking’ than baseball

John Smoltz optimistic about American Century, explains why golf is more ‘nerve-racking’ than baseball

Smoltz has been near the top at the American Century Championship many times and now wants to win it

John Smoltz hits a shot during the American Century Championship Golf Tournament at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday. (Tom R. Smedes/Special to RGJ via Imagn Content Services, LLC)

John Smoltz watches his tee shot on the second hole during the first round of the American Family Insurance Championship at University Ridge Golf Course on June 11, 2021 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Atlanta Braves pitcher, #29, John Smoltz pitches against the Washington Nationals in the third inning at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C., on May 14, 2007. (James Lang-USA TODAY Sports)