Dodgers manager shares update on Will Smith's neck injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 3:03 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith remains sidelined due to neck inflammation, according to manager Dave Roberts. Initially expected to return after a few days, Smith's absence has extended, and Roberts indicated it is unlikely he will be active before the All-Star break. Smith has not progressed over the past weeks and has stopped baseball activities. The Dodgers plan to be cautious with his recovery, with Dalton Rushing continuing to handle catching duties in the meantime.
- •Smith has been on the injured list since June 11, 2026.
- •Roberts expected Smith to return sooner but now sees a longer timeline.
- •Smith received an injection in his neck but has not improved significantly.
- •Dalton Rushing is taking over the primary catching responsibilities.
- 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Give Devastating Update on Will Smith
"Dodgers catcher Will Smith's neck is not getting any better, according to manager Dave Roberts, and his return is looking longer overall.
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