BREAKING!! Will Smith makes serious decisions that could change everything in…

Will Smith, the All-Star catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is facing a challenging road ahead as he continues to contend with a lingering bone bruise in his left ankle, a condition that has persisted since last season. The injury, sustained during a game against the New York Yankees in June 2023, has raised concerns about Smith’s performance as he prepares for the upcoming 2025 season.

 

Despite the injury, Smith demonstrated remarkable resilience, starting a career-high 117 games last season. He managed to maintain a solid offensive output early on, boasting a .347 batting average and a .929 on-base-plus-slugging percentage (OPS) in his first 30 games. However, as the season progressed, his performance took a downturn, culminating in a disappointing finish with a .247 batting average—the lowest of his career. His struggles were particularly pronounced during the second half of the season, where he recorded only five home runs in 48 games, raising questions about the impact of his ongoing ankle issue.

 

Smith himself has acknowledged that while the injury was never debilitating, it has continually affected his play. He experienced varying levels of pain, which he managed with daily treatments throughout the season. In the offseason, rest was deemed the primary strategy for recovery, yet the discomfort persisted, resurfacing during his Cactus League debut this spring.

 

The Dodgers’ medical staff is actively investigating the situation, seeking to understand why the bone bruise has not fully healed. Bone bruises can often require extended recovery times, and the team is committed to ensuring that this injury does not hinder Smith’s ability to perform at his best.

 

Manager Dave Roberts has also noted that the injury may have affected Smith’s swing mechanics, leading to missed pitches that he would typically capitalize on. The instability in his lead foot could be a contributing factor to his decreased offensive production, and the coaching staff is focused on helping Smith regain his form.

 

As the new season approaches, Smith is dedicating himself to technical adjustments in his hitting mechanics, aiming to restore the high level of performance he exhibited at the start of the previous year. The Dodgers organization remains vigilant in monitoring his recovery, emphasizing the importance of addressing the injury to support Smith’s return to form.

 

With a 10-year contract extension worth $140 million secured, the expectations for Smith are high. Fans and analysts alike are keen to see whether he can overcome this physical setback and reclaim his status as one of the Dodgers’ standout players. As the team prepares for the challenges ahead, the baseball community will be watching closely to see how Smith navigates this pivotal moment in his career.

 

 

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