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Will Smith's Dodgers Return Nears After Injury
5 Jul
Summary
- Will Smith is recovering from neck inflammation and an inflamed disc.
- He has begun hitting in the cage and a throwing progression.
- Smith was hitting .249 with 6 home runs before his injury.
Will Smith, the Los Angeles Dodgers' catcher, is nearing a return to the field as he recovers from neck inflammation and an inflamed disc. He was placed on the 10-day injured list on June 11, retroactive to June 8. Recent reports from Thursday indicate Smith has resumed hitting in the cage and has initiated a throwing progression.
While an official return date has not been set, these developments are encouraging for the Dodgers. Smith appeared in 52 games before his injury, posting a .249 batting average with six home runs and 23 RBIs. The team has relied on Dalton Rushing and Chuckie Robinson during his absence. Smith is expected to reclaim his starting role upon his return and may also serve as a designated hitter option.
The Dodgers are scheduled to play the San Diego Padres on Friday at 10:10 p.m. EST in Los Angeles, continuing a four-game series.
