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Dodgers' Will Smith unlikely to return from injury on Friday

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:48 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Dodgers' Will Smith unlikely to return from injury on Friday

Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is not expected to be activated from the injured list by Friday due to ongoing neck discomfort. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that Smith is dealing with an 'inflamed disc' that has caused pain since early June. Although he participated in a full workout recently, the team prioritizes his recovery to avoid any setbacks. With Smith sidelined, backup catcher Dalton Rushing will continue to see significant playing time, and Chuckie Robinson remains on the major league roster.

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Status Watch

•Will Smith has a neck injury and is on the injured list.
•Manager Dave Roberts said Smith is unlikely to return Friday.
•Smith's neck issues began during the Diamondbacks series in June.
•Dalton Rushing will take on more responsibilities at catcher.
•Chuckie Robinson stays on the roster to assist defensively.

Latest Updates

9:03 PMYahoo Sports — Will Smith Suffers Injury Setback as Dodgers Delay Return
4:44 AMESPN MLB — Dodgers delay Smith's return from neck injury
7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Provide Discouraging Will Smith Injury Update

What they're saying

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Dodgers catcher Will Smith, who was due to return Friday, will not be activated this weekend and might not travel with the team on its road trip that begins Monday.
— ESPN MLB

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Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is "unlikely" to return from the IL this Friday. Get the latest Dodgers Will Smith injury updates and recovery timeline.
— Yahoo Sports