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"It's definitely been a whirlwind" - Will Smith opens up on tough process of earning Clayton Kershaw's trust Having made their MLB debuts in 2008 and 2019, respectively, starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw and catcher Will Smith have played instrumenta...

AUGUST 25, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Last Night in Baseball: Freddie Freeman is Eyeing Some Weird MLB History

Freddie Freeman is making bad history in a good way, the Phillies get another gem, Cal Raleigh ties and breaks a record and more from the we...

AUGUST 25, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Last Night in Baseball: Freddie Freeman is Eyeing Some Weird MLB History

Will Smith explains reason for recent slump Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star catcher Will Smith did not blame his recent struggles on an increased workload behind the plate.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Taking seat for series finale Smith is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres.

Impact Smith looks to be receiving a routine breather after he started at catcher or designated hitter in each of the Dodgers' last five games. Dalton Rushing will spell him behind the dish and bat ninth in Sunday's series finale.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Taking seat for series finale Smith is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dave Roberts, Will Smith & Miguel Rojas React To Dodgers' Offensive Struggles Miguel Rojas, Will Smith and Dave Roberts shared their thoughts on the Los Angeles Dodgers' offensive struggles and how to get on track.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Dodgers Planning To 'Read And React' When Scheduling Rest For Will Smith Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he is going remain flexible when deciding to provide Will Smith with rest to finish the season...

AUGUST 21, 2025 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Will Smith's feat from Dodgers-Padres series puts a finer point on MVP-worthy season Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is dominating on both sides of the ball, and we can't overlook his achievement vs the Padres.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Rockies play the Dodgers leading series 2-1

The Colorado Rockies lead 2-1 in a four-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers

AUGUST 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Collects three hits Smith went 3-for-4 with two RBI, a run scored and a walk in Tuesday's win over the Rockies.

Impact Smith added insurance runs with his RBI singles in the seventh and ninth innings. He snapped out of a small slump with his first multi-hit performance since Aug. 11; he was 1-for-14 since. Smith has just one extra-base hit over his last 12 appearances. Still, he owns a terrific .308/.415/.511 slash line with 56 RBI and 59 runs scored through 98 games.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ohtani hits 44th homer and Call has big night as Dodgers pound Rockies 11-4

Shohei Ohtani hit his 44th home run and Alex Call matched a career high with four hits as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 11-4

AUGUST 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Absent from lineup Smith is not in the Dodgers' starting lineup against the Rockies on Monday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Impact Smith will get a breather while Dalton Rushing serves behind home plate and bats ninth for Monday's series opener. Smith went 0-for-10 with five strikeouts during the Dodgers' three-game weekend sweep of the Padres, and the veteran catcher has gone 5-for-38 (.132) with one home run and four RBI since the beginning of August.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from lineup Smith is not in the Dodgers' starting lineup against the Rockies on Monday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers Showed Urgency in Sweep of Padres and Why They're Still the Team to Beat

Against their top division rivals, the Dodgers found their intensity and urgency that had been missing as they recaptured the lead in the NL...

AUGUST 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Dodgers Showed Urgency in Sweep of Padres and Why They're Still the Team to Beat

Dodgers regain NL West lead from Padres as Snell shuts down his former team in 6-0 win

Blake Snell limited his former team to five hits in six innings, and the Los Angeles Dodgers regained the NL West lead with a 6-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Saturday nigh...

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Former MVP Catcher Sees Similarities Between Dodgers' Will Smith and Himself A former MVP catcher spoke highly of Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star Will Smith, noting their similarities.

AUGUST 16, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

The Moments That Helped Ignite Padres-Dodgers Rivalry Ahead Of NL West Showdown

The Padres and Dodgers have provided several memorable moments. Here are the ones that helped spark the rivalry.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

The Moments That Helped Ignite Padres-Dodgers Rivalry Ahead Of NL West Showdown

Knocks in three runs in loss Smith went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run, an additional RBI and two walks in a loss to the Angels on Wednesday.

Impact Smith helped the Dodgers get off to a fast start with a two-run home run in the first inning. He added another RBI on a bases-loaded walk in the fourth, but the backstop's production wasn't enough to prevent his team from getting swept in the season series. The good news for Smith is that he appears to be getting his swing back; since gong 0-for-13 during a four-game hitless streak from Aug. 4 to Aug. 10, the All-Star catcher has gone 3-for-8 with two walks across his subsequent three games.

AUGUST 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ohtani pitches into 5th inning and triples, but O'Hoppe spurs Angels past Dodgers 6-5 for sweep

Shohei Ohtani yielded four runs on five hits while pitching a season-high 4 1/3 innings, but Logan O’Hoppe delivered a two-run single in the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angel...

AUGUST 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Commentary: Will Smith could win a batting title. Could the Dodgers stop him? Because of the rules on plate appearances, Will Smith could fall just short of the number needed to win the batting title.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • LATIMES.COM

Not in Tuesday's lineup Smith isn't in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Angels.

Impact Smith will give way to Dalton Rushing behind the plate after the former went 2-for-4 with a run scored during a loss in Monday's series opener.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shohei Ohtani homers in 3rd straight game, but Dodgers' malaise continues in another loss

Shohei Ohtani has homered in his third straight game

AUGUST 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Getting rest Saturday Smith isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Blue Jays.

Impact Smith will watch the beginning of Saturday's contest from the dugout after going 0-for-10 with two walks and an RBI over his last three games. Dalton Rushing will catch instead for starter Blake Snell and bat ninth.

AUGUST 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scherzer and Kershaw square off in rare duel of 3,000-strikeout club members

Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw went toe-to-toe for six innings in a vintage duel Friday night

AUGUST 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Not in Tuesday's lineup Smith isn't in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Smith will step out of the starting nine Tuesday after going 0-for-3 with a walk in Monday's loss. Dalton Rushing will get the nod to start behind the plate instead and catch for starter Emmet Sheehan.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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