Which Cardinals manager did Smith have tension with?
Joe Torre
Tony La Russa
Mike Matheny
Whitey Herzog
Answer
The tension between Smith and Tony La Russa, the Cardinals manager at the time, stemmed from a disagreement over Smith's playing time. Smith felt he deserved more opportunities, while La Russa believed Smith's performance did not warrant a regular spot in the lineup. This led to friction between the two, ultimately contributing to Smith's departure from the team.
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