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Dodgers' 3-Time All-Star Suffers Season-Ending Injury

Dodgers' 3-Time All-Star Suffers Season-Ending Injury

Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers player Will Smith has a broken hand and will miss the rest of the baseball season. Ben Rortvedt will replace him as catcher for the Dodgers in the playoffs.

Key Facts

  • Los Angeles Dodgers player Will Smith has a hairline fracture in his hand.
  • The injury means Smith will miss the season's final eight regular games.
  • Ben Rortvedt, acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays, will take over as catcher.
  • Rortvedt is set to play in the National League Wild Card series.
  • Smith was injured by a foul tip during a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • Smith attempted to return after rest but was placed on the injured list.
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