Dodgers plan catcher options as Will Smith heads to injured list

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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