Michigan batters not-so-secret weapon for Tracy Smith

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Michigan batters not-so-secret weapon for Tracy Smith

Michigan coach Tracy Smith often preaches the idea that baseball games are won and lost on the mound. With the Wolverines’ bullpen severely lacking depth, the mantra can sometimes feel like more of an excuse than a mindset. And Smith’s batters are certainly making a case for the importance of the plate.  “It all starts and stops on the mound,” Smith said April  2. “If you don’t pitch well you don’t give yourself a chance to win. That to me is th…