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Dodgers place Will Smith on 60-day IL amid injury concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 10:04 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Dodgers place Will Smith on 60-day IL amid injury concerns
Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers have transferred Will Smith from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list as he continues to recover from a neck disc issue. Smith has missed over a month and will be sidelined until at least August 5. The decision to move him to the longer-term IL opens a spot on the 40-man roster, which has been filled by left-handed pitcher Charlie Barnes. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that Smith is currently taking time away from baseball activities to aid his recovery but remains optimistic about a potential return this season, pending improvement in his condition.

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  • •Smith has missed over a month with a neck disc issue.
  • •He will be eligible for activation no earlier than August 5.
  • •Charlie Barnes has been selected to fill Smith's roster spot.
  • •Roberts mentioned Smith is taking a break from baseball activities.
  • •Smith's recovery will determine if he can return this season.
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  • 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Put Will Smith on 60-Day IL As Injury Concerns Grow
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The Dodgers moved Will Smith from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list as his absence from the team continues to grow.

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