Will Smith's injury delays return for Dodgers catcher
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:42 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is out with an undisclosed injury. Manager Dave Roberts reported that Smith has not begun baseball activities following a treatment injection for neck pain. The timeline for his return remains unclear and could extend past the All-Star break. Initially expected to be a short absence, Smith's condition has not improved, as he has struggled since waking up with neck tightness several weeks ago. In Smith's absence, Dalton Rushing is serving as the starting catcher, with Chuckie Robinson backing him up.
- •Will Smith is on the injured list with neck pain.
- •Manager Dave Roberts stated the recovery timeline is indefinite.
- •Smith has not resumed baseball activities since his injury.
- •Dalton Rushing and Chuckie Robinson are filling in as catchers.
- •Smith's return could extend beyond the All-Star break.
- 3:42 AMYahoo Sports — Will Smith’s Injury Nightmare Continues After Latest Update
"Dodgers catcher Will Smith is set to miss an undetermined amount of time, with no end in sight for his injured list placement. The post Will Smith’s Injury Nightmare Continues After Latest Update appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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