Pitching
He's a good late inning man, which is when being a pitcher really counts. Smith has to keep the ball down, especially against lefties, or he gets hit hard and often. His fastball gets into the high 80s, but it's the sink that makes the pitch effective. His composure needs work. When Smith starts getting hit, he gets mad and loses concentration. Dating back to his days in the minors, Smith has been more effective against righthanders than lefthanders.

Defense & Hitting
He has a fair pickoff move and isn't a particularly easy target for basestealers. He isn't especially quick off the mound but generally fields his position adequately. Smith is a surpisingly good hitting pitcher. And I'm not sure you can say this about a pitcher, but Smith has some pop in his swing.

2010 Outlook
The Atlanta Braves signed him to a long-term contract, but don't think they won't drop Smith like a hot potato if something better comes along.

          -- Ska Nyman, A-Ball Scout