MLB: Smoltz lands on disabled list

Veteran right-hander John Smoltz was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday because of biceps tendinitis.

Smoltz visited Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Ala., on Tuesday. The noted surgeon found that Smoltz has a severely inflamed biceps tendon and an inflamed rotator cuff.

The Braves hope that a few weeks of rest will bring Smoltz relief in his shoulder.

Smoltz has been bothered by tightness between his neck and shoulder for more than a month and experienced more discomfort while pitching four innings against the Mets on Sunday.

Thanks to Mike Glum.