Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Will Smith, Los Angeles Dodgers catcher/DH, has been managing minor rest days and back tightness in early May 2026. Despite some lineup absences for rest purposes, Smith demonstrated strong performance when in the lineup, including knocking three hits in one game and hitting his first career leadoff home run on May 14 against the Giants. He went 1-for-3 with a solo HR and a walk in the victory. Smith's eye at the plate and contact skills continue to impress, though he has received periodic rest days as part of the team's load management strategy.
Strengths
- + Hit first career leadoff home run on May 14
- + Went 1-for-3 with solo HR and walk in recent game
- + Demonstrated strong contact skills and plate discipline
- + Knocking three hits in recent games
- + Helped Dodgers regain sole NL West lead
- + Excellent eye at the plate noted by analysts
Weaknesses
- - Dealing with back tightness
- - Receiving periodic rest days for load management
- - Absent from multiple lineups in early May for rest purposes
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Will Smith is a catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Player Overview
C
Los Angeles Dodgers