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Dominic Smith hast lost 30 pounds, wants to challenge Gonzalez for 1B job

Mets 1B Dominic Smith is in the best shape of his life. I know, this is one of the most pointless and overused cliches in sports. So, go ahead and roll your eyes. When done, though, understand that Smith actually is in the best shape of his life...

According to NY Post reporter Ken Davidoff, Smith has already lost 30 pounds since the end of last season, which helped him become more compact, lighter on his feet and limber.

"I feel more athletic than I've ever been," Smith told Davidoff. "As an athlete, I feel like this is the most advanced I've been for sure in my career.