With the Los Angeles Dodgers looking to close out the NLDS at home on Wednesday, all eyes will be on All-Star catcher Will Smith and his possible availability as a starter.
Ben Rortvedt started the first two games in Philadelphia. Smith got into both contests initially as a pinch hitter going up against Philadelphia’s two tough left-handed starters in Cristopher Sanchez and Jesus Luzardo. Smith then stayed in the game and caught without any apparent issue.
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When asked whether Smith is a lock to start Game 3 with his fractured hand seemingly being managed well enough for the catcher to take down multiple innings in consecutive games, manager Dave Roberts stopped short of naming him the automatic starter.