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Dodgers plan catcher options as Will Smith heads to injured list

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:20 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Dodgers plan catcher options as Will Smith heads to injured list

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for the anticipated move of catcher Will Smith to the injured list due to a neck injury. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Smith is 'most likely' headed for the IL. With Smith sidelined, the Dodgers are considering adding a catcher from their Triple-A affiliate, the Oklahoma City Comets. Tyler Fitzgerald was released, leaving Eliezer Alfonzo and Chuckie Robinson as potential call-ups. Dalton Rushing is set to catch all three games in Pittsburgh, with a new catcher expected to start on Friday in Chicago. The decision will weigh experience against offensive performance as Robinson has MLB experience while Alfonzo has better minor league numbers.

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Status Watch

•Will Smith likely to go on injured list with neck injury.
•Dalton Rushing will catch in Pittsburgh series.
•New catcher to start Friday against Chicago.
•Options include Eliezer Alfonzo and Chuckie Robinson.
•Tyler Fitzgerald was released from the roster.

Latest Updates

10:20 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Reveal Catcher Plans Ahead of ‘Likely’ Will Smith Move to IL

What they're saying

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With Will Smith likely heading to the IL with a neck injury, the Los Angeles Dodgers have revealed their upcoming plans for the catcher position.
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