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Dodgers catcher Will Smith improving but not looking to rush back
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He is making the slap proud - Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith smacks a home run against the Chicago White Sox, jokes abound on Twitter
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The Dodgers' Will Smith is paying the price for 2022 Oscars slap
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Fantasy baseball catcher rankings: Auction values, analysis for Will Smith, Salvador Perez and more - The Athletic
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Will Smith explains his view of fateful last play in Game 4 - Los Angeles Times
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How Dodgers' Will Smith became one of MLB's best catchers - Los Angeles Times
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Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith looks on during a MLB game
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MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers' Will Smith plays huge role as rookie catcher
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Dodgers won't rush Justin Turner back from hamstring injury
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Dodgers: Roberts Praises the Growth of Will Smith as a Big Leaguer