Dodgers expect Will Smith to go on injured list due to neck issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:54 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is likely to be placed on the injured list due to a neck injury. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that the move is expected to be made on Thursday. Smith has not played since June 5 and is progressing but will need time to ramp up before returning to the lineup. The Dodgers are currently 43-24 and losing Smith would affect their depth as they aim for the World Series.
- •Will Smith has been out since June 5 due to a neck issue.
- •Dave Roberts stated it's likely Smith will hit the injured list Thursday.
- •The Dodgers are currently 43-24 in the season.
- •Smith's placement on the IL could be retroactive to June 6.
- •Roberts emphasized the need for a ramp-up period for Smith.
- 8:54 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers are 'most likely' to make an unfortunate Will Smith decision amid injury
"This is not good news for the Dodgers at all this season.
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