With the news that the Atlanta Braves released Tom Glavine, and following John Smoltz’s defection to this Red Sox this past off-season, it is finally, officially the end of an era that reached back to 1991 when the perennial loser Braves cultured a pitching staff that included Cy Young winner after Cy Young winner and began their incredible streak of Division championships. The big three, of course, were Greg Maddux (my youngest’s namesake), John Smoltz, and Tommy Glavine. In memory, enjoy this YouTube video.