Will Smith: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 23

Dodgers All-Star Has Wrist Injury, Out of Lineup vs Cubs

Will Smith is not in the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs because of an injury. According to David Vassegh of AM-570 on Twitter/X,

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 18

Dodgers ‘Playing The Long Game’ With Rest Days For Will Smith

Will Smith was given the day off in the middle game of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ series against the Chicago Cubs, though his inclusion in the lineup likely wouldn’t have made much of a difference in a 16-0 blowout loss.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

The 'MLB home run leaders from 2024' quiz

The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / April 16

Will Smith's 3-run HR leads Dodgers past Rockies on Jackie Robinson Day

Will Smith hit a three-run home run in a four-run third inning and Tommy Edman had four hits as the Los Angeles Dodgers earned a 6-2 victory over the visiting Colorado Rockies on Tuesday amid the annual Jackie Robinson Day celebration.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 16

Jackie Robinson Day Recap: Will Smith Powers Dodgers To Series Win Vs. Rockies

The Colorado Rockies proved to be just what the Doc, manager Dave Roberts, ordered for his club. After the Los Angeles Dodgers dropped three consecutive series, they defeated the Rockies on Jackie Robinson Day, 6-2, to clinch a series win and set up the chance for a sweep on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Jack Dreyer, Dodgers Visit Students At Nora Sterry Elementary

The 2025 Los Angeles Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour focused on uplifting areas that were devastated by the local wildfires, and the team has continued their efforts into the regular season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 7

Final Out Ball From Dodgers’ 2024 World Series Win Sells For $414,000

The final out ball of the 2024 World Series was sold after former Los Angeles Dodgers teammates Will Smith and Walker Buehler teamed up to auction it. The auction was a partnership between the Catching Hope Foundation, established by Will and Cara Smith, and the Buehler Family Foundation, which was created by Walker and McKenzie Buehler.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Dodgers' Will Smith to Use 2024 World Series Baseball for Charitable Cause

The final out of the 2024 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees was recorded by Walker Buehler, who struck out Alex Verdugo to clinch the Dodgers' eighth World Series title in franchise history.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / April 2

A Catcher’s Call to Read: Will Smith Kicks Off 2025 LA Reads Season

Dodger All-Star catcher Will Smith traded his mitt for a microphone and his spikes for storytime at Manhattan Place Elementary in South Los Angeles, where he helped launch the 2025 LA Reads program in an unforgettable fashion on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 1

Some notable Dodgers stats through the first six games

A 6-0 start for the fourth time in 142 years as a franchise, plus a look at some very-small-sample-size numbers The Dodgers have won their first six games for the fourth time in the 142-year history of the franchise, and it’s still early enough to have some rather eye-popping statistics.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 1

White Sox RHP Shane Smith to make MLB debut vs. winless Twins

The Chicago White Sox defeated the Minnesota Twins just once in 13 games during a historically bad 2024 season that saw them finish with the most losses in modern major league history.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 29

Dave Roberts eases fan concern for Will Smith’s absence from Dodgers lineup Friday

The Los Angeles Dodgers continued their perfect start to the 2025 campaign on Friday night with a thrilling 8-5 walk-off win over the Detroit Tigers. Before the game, fans were quick to note that starting catcher Will Smith wasn’t in the lineup, leading to concern about a potential injury.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / LAFB Network / March 28

Los Angeles Dodgers Starter Mysteriously Removed From Lineup Ahead Of Tigers Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup for Friday’s game against the Detroit Tigers has raised some eyebrows, notably with the absence of All-Star catcher Will Smith.

MLB News / Louisville Cardinals on SI / March 27

Five Former Cards Make 2025 Opening Day Rosters

Major League Baseball has officially returned. Another long offseason is now in the books, and Opening Day for the 2025 season is finally here. With play

MLB News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 9

Chicago White Sox Prospect Shane Smith Mows Down Los Angeles Dodgers Stars

Shane Smith may not have a fraction of the star power that some of the Los Angeles Dodgers' top bats boast, but the Chicago White Sox right-hander still managed to get a leg up on them Saturday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Will Smith Left Dodgers' Spring Training Game With Injury

Will Smith played a key role in the Los Angeles Dodgers' winning the 2024 World Series. While his bat struggled in the postseason, he started all 16 games behind the plate and did a great job managing the pitching staff.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 4

Dodgers' $140 Million All-Star Exits Tuesday's Cactus League Game After Hit By Pitch

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith was forced to exit the team's Cactus League game vs. the Cincinnati Reds Tuesday after being hit by a pitch on the knee.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / February 27

Dodgers announce spring debuts for pair of star players

Shohei Ohtani has not been in the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers so far this spring. However, that is about to change.

Former Yankees pitcher has petty comments about World Series loss to L.A.

Details emerge on Aaron Boone's new contract with Yankees

Yankees right-hander diagnosed with a Grade 2 hamstring strain

Rangers 1B had two incredible reasons to celebrate on Thursday

MLB insider destroys Cardinals for uneventful offseason

Mr. Fix-it: How three-time MVP Mike Trout plans to change his game

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 15

Dodgers All-Star Dealing With Surprise Injury, Behind Schedule at Spring Training

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star catcher Will Smith is dealing with an injury at the start of spring training, manager Dave Roberts told reporters this week.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / October 31

Dodgers World Series win continues wild championship trend

As important as Freddie Freeman was to the Dodgers' series win, he wasn't the Los Angeles player with the most valuable name.

Dodgers reliever announces retirement after winning World Series

Freddie Freeman's ankle was not only injury he played through in WS

Dodgers were well prepared for Yankees' lack of fundamentals

What are the three biggest offseason questions facing the Yankees?

Reports updates Aaron Boone's job security after World Series meltdown

Brian Cashman had a classy gesture after New York lost World Series

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Louisville Cardinals on SI / October 30

Former Louisville C Will Smith Captures Another World Series with Dodgers

Former Louisville baseball star and current Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is a World Champion once again. Taking on the New York Yankees in the 2024 World Series, Smith's Dodgers were able to capture the best-of-seven series four games to one, officially clinching the Fall Classic with a 7-6 victory on Wednesday night.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20

Dodgers facing pair of injury concerns for NLCS Game 6

The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the verge of making the World Series, but they're not without their injury concerns heading into NLCS Game 6.

Dodgers address Shohei Ohtani’s pitching availability for NLCS

NLCS Game 5 takeaways: Mets erupt for 12 runs to send series back to L.A.

Which players have the most home runs in MLB postseason history?

The 'MLB postseason hits leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / October 10

Los Angeles Dodgers Catcher Will Smith Makes Franchise History in NLDS Game 4

The Los Angeles Dodgers left no doubt in Game 4 of the NLDS on Wednesday night, and neither did Will Smith. The All-Star catcher had gotten off to shaky start in the Divisional Series against the San Diego Padres, sitting at 0-for-9 by the time he stepped up to the plate in the top of the third.