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The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched a postseason berth on September 19 and the club is on the verge of clinching their 12th division title in 13 seasons entering the final week of the regular season.

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Dodgers ‘Not Sure’ If Will Smith Can Return For Start Of MLB Playoffs

Will Smith has been limited for more than two weeks after suffering a right hand injury when he was struck by a foul ball on Sept. 2. The Los Angeles Dodgers attempted to keep Smith active and hoped he would quickly return to the lineup.

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Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 21

2025 Injury Report: Updates on Lopez, Smith, Woo

Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo cruised through five innings on September 19 during what was yet another strong start for the 2025 All-Star. However, he left the start early with a pectoral injury.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Dodgers suffer crushing injury blow ahead of postseason

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 20

Will Smith Out For Rest Of Season Due To Hairline Fracture

The Los Angeles Dodgers are going to finish the regular season without Will Smith available and when he might be ready for a return to the lineup in the playoffs is unclear.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 20

Dodgers Notes: Pitcher Out for Season, Giants Send Clayton Kershaw Message, Unfortunate Will Smith Update

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants, 6-3, on Friday night and improved to 87-67 on the year. LA also clinched a playoff berth in what was future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw's final regular season start at Dodger Stadium.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 19

Dodgers' Will Smith Could Miss Rest of Regular Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers may be without All-Star catcher Will Smith for the remainder of the regular season, per the Orange County Register's Doug Padilla.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 19

Dodgers Notes: Clayton Kershaw Retirement, Unfortunate Will Smith Update, Magic Number Shrinks

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the opening game of a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants, 2-1. A Dodgers win combined with the Padres' loss to the New York Mets Thursday afternoon dropped the Dodgers' magic number to win the division fell to six.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 18

Dodgers Provide Unfortunate Will Smith Injury Update as Postseason Nears

The Dodgers are in need of a healthy catcher after losing both of their backstops over the past week. Will Smith, who made his third consecutive All-Star selection this season, was placed on the 15-day injured list on Sept.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / LAFB Network / September 18

Dodgers Face Tough Decision At Catcher After Latest Injury Update

The Los Angeles Dodgers are entering the final stretch of the regular season with less certainty than expected. Despite another offseason full of star additions, the reigning champions are likely bound for a Wild Card series whether they clinch the NL West or fall behind the San Diego Padres.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 18

Will Smith’s Recovery ‘At A Standstill’

After delaying for as long as possible, the Los Angeles Dodgers finally bit the bullet and put Will Smith on the 10-day injured list this past Saturday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Dodgers Facing Decision After Will Smith News

The Los Angeles Dodgers are likely heading into a wild card series whether they clinch the NL West or finish behind the San Diego Padres — which is disappointing considering the expectations the organization had heading into the season to repeat as World Series champions.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15

Dodgers’ catching plan after Will Smith injury

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a critical stretch without their All-Star catcher. Will Smith landed on the 10-Day Injured List due to a bone bruise on his right hand, and the timing leaves the club searching for immediate answers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / LAFB Network / September 14

Dodgers Blasted For Putting Star Player On Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ decision to place All-Star catcher Will Smith on the 10-day injured list has drawn criticism as the team clings to a slim NL West lead.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / September 13

Dodgers All-Star Catcher Goes on IL

It’s one step forward and two steps back for the Dodgers. Max Muncy is back in the lineup tonight after getting hit in the hand. But, they are putting catcher Will Smith on the Injured List with a swollen hand, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 13

Dodgers place All-Star catcher Will Smith (hand) on 10-day injured list

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed All-Star catcher Will Smith on the injured list Saturday because of a right hand contusion. The move to the 10-day IL is retroactive to Sept.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Dodgers place All-Star catcher on IL

The Dodgers announced this evening that they’ve placed catcher Will Smith on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to September 10, due to a right hand contusion.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 13

Dodgers Considering Placing Will Smith On Injured List Due To Right Hand Injury

Will Smith was a late scratch from the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup on Wednesday against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium. This came one day after he returned to the lineup on Tuesday for the first time since taking a foul ball off his right hand on Sept.