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Dodgers use big 7th inning to beat Rockies 9-3

Corey Seager homered and had three hits, Edwin Rios also went deep and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the struggling Colorado Rockies 9-3

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • Associated Press

Drives in three Smith went 2-for-4 with a double, a run and three RBI in Wednesday's win over San Diego.

Impact Smith came through with a pair of big two-out hits in the contest, driving home a run with an infield single in the third inning and knocking in two more with a double to deep center in the fifth. Manager Dave Roberts recently indicated a preference to have Smith hit in the middle of the lineup due to his ability to produce quality at-bats, and the backstop certainly justified his skipper's comments Wednesday. In fact, Smith has been swinging a hot stick for the last two weeks; since Sept. 2, he has gone 16-for-34 (.471) with two homers, four doubles and seven RBI.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Wednesday Sports in Brief

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • Associated Press

Dodgers 1st team to clinch playoff spot, beat Padres 7-5

The Los Angeles Dodgers became the first team to clinch a playoff spot in the pandemic-shortened season, beating the San Diego Padres 7-5 behind Dustin May’s gutty effort out of th...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • Associated Press

Moves up in order Smith has hit fourth or fifth in the order in each of his last three games, and manager Dave Roberts stated that he prefers the backstop in that area of the lineup, Eric Stephen of...

Impact Smith began the season hitting in the lower part of the order but has worked his way up due to an improved approach at the plate this season. "As far as Will in the middle of the order, I think his at-bat quality has been consistent, the on-base, using the whole field," Roberts said. "As we look out, to finish the season and into the postseason, I just want to count on the certainty of a quality at-bat." Smith was slated to bat fifth Tuesday -- as he had in his previous two starts -- but was moved up to the cleanup spot after Max Muncy was removed from the lineup in order to get a day of rest. Smith has been among the Dodgers' most effective hitters this season, slashing .300/.424/.600 with six home runs and 15 RBI. He has already matched his walk total (18) from last season -- in nearly 100 fewer at-bats -- while reducing his strikeout rate from 26.5 percent to 13.1 percent.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Monday Smith isn't starting Monday's game against the Padres.

Impact Smith drew starts in the past four games and has been on a tear recently, going 8-for-12 with three doubles over the past three contests. He'll get a day off Monday with Austin Barnes starting behind the plate.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect night at plate Smith went 4-for-4 with a double during Thursday's loss to the Diamondbacks.

Impact Smith set a new career high by tallying four hits in a single game, including a double in the fourth inning against Madison Bumgarner. The 25-year-old backstop increased his batting line to .279/.425/.603 with six home runs and four doubles on the year.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks shake prolonged slump, beat Dodgers 5-2

Carson Kelly hit a two-run homer, Christian Walker added a two-run double and the Arizona Diamondbacks earned a rare win over the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 5-2 victory Thursday ni...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • Associated Press

On bench Tuesday Smith is not in the lineup Tuesday against Arizona.

Impact Smith and Austin Barnes have alternated starts behind the plate over the last six games. Barnes will take his turn Tuesday, but Smith should be back in the lineup Wednesday if the pattern continues.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Belts sixth homer Smith went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 7-6 loss to the Rockies.

Impact Smith retied the game for the Dodgers in the second inning with his solo shot. The catcher now has six homers, 15 RBI and 13 runs scored in 23 games this season.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Kemp's clutch HR powers Rockies past Dodgers again, 7-6

The Colorado Rockies sent the Los Angeles Dodgers to their first series loss of the season with a 7-6 victory

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020 • Associated Press

Sitting Saturday Smith is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Smith has looked quite good in his last eight games, hitting .280/.455/.720. Austin Barnes takes over behind the plate in his absence.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Hits fifth home run Smith went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during Friday's win over the Rockies.

Impact With the score tied 2-2 in the seventh, Smith launched a two-run homer off Tyler Kinley, scoring Chris Taylor in the process. It was the fifth long ball of the year for the 25-year-old backstop, who is averaging .228/.392/.544 across 22 games.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

LA Dodgers blast 3 homers in 8th, surge past Rockies 10-6

The Los Angeles Dodgers hit three homers in the eighth inning to rally for a 10-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • Associated Press

Laces walkoff hit Smith went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI in an extra-inning win over Arizona on Wednesday.

Impact The Diamondbacks chose to pitch to Smith -- rather than try to set up a double play -- with the winning run on third base and one out in the bottom of the 10th inning, and the backstop made them pay with a game-winning single to left field. The walkoff hit was the third for Smith in only 75 career games. In contrast to his disappointing .208 batting average this season, Smith has notched a .302 xBA and owns the highest walk rate (22.9 percent) along with the fifth-best Whiff% (12.4 percent) in the league among players with at least 50 plate appearances while striking out only 10 times.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Slugs fourth homer Smith went 1-for-3 with two walks, a solo home run and three runs scored Sunday against the Rangers.

Impact Smith had a busy day at the plate, beginning in the second inning when he slugged his fourth home run of the season. He also crossed the plate in the sixth and eighth innings, both times after reaching base on a free pass. Smith is now hitting .208/.371/.521 with 11 runs scored and 11 RBI across 62 plate appearances.

AUGUST 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Saturday Smith isn't in Saturday's lineup against the Rangers.

Impact Smith has hit doubles in each of the past two games, but he'll get a breather Saturday. Austin Barnes will start behind the dish in his absence.

AUGUST 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dietrich HR sparks Rangers in 6-2 win over ML-best Dodgers

Derek Dietrich led off the Texas seventh inning with a tiebreaking homer and the Rangers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 on Jackie Robinson Day

AUGUST 29, 2020 • Associated Press

Dominic Smith hits key homer as Mets beat Yankees 6-4

AUGUST 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Day off Wednesday Smith is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Giants, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Impact Smith was activated off the injured list Sunday and started the past two games, going 1-for-6 with a home run, three runs and three walks. Austin Barnes will take over behind the plate Wednesday for the Dodgers.

AUGUST 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Goes deep in return Smith went 1-for-3 with a solo homer, a walk and two runs scored in Sunday's 11-3 win over the Rockies.

Impact Smith was activated from the injured list after nursing a neck injury and wasted no time making his presence felt. His seventh-inning blast was one of seven long balls by the Dodgers on Sunday. The 25-year-old owns an .841 OPS with three homers this season.

AUGUST 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers pound 7 homers, beat Rockies 11-3 to finish sweep

Kiké Hernández hit a three-run drive and Mookie Betts went deep twice in the Dodgers’ seven-homer attack, powering Los Angeles past the Colorado Rockies 11-3 for a three-game sweep

AUGUST 23, 2020 • Associated Press

Placed on injured list Smith was placed on the injured list with neck inflammation Saturday.

Impact The move was made retroactive to Thursday, so Smith could return as soon as Aug. 23, though it's unclear whether or not he's expected to do so. Keibert Ruiz was called up in a corresponding move and will split time with Austin Barnes until Smith returns.

AUGUST 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Saturday Smith (neck) isn't in the lineup Saturday against the Angels.

Impact Smith currently remains day-to-day, but a trip to the injured list hasn't been ruled out yet. As he sits for his third consecutive game, Austin Barnes will take over behind the plate.

AUGUST 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Kershaw dominates, Bellinger 2 HRs, Dodgers drop Angels 7-4

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened the Freeway Series with a 7-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels

AUGUST 15, 2020 • Associated Press

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