Dodgers lose Will Smith, bring up Chuckie Robinson
The Dodgers placed three-time All-Star catcher Will Smith on the 10-day injured list (neck inflammation, retroactive to June 8), and selected catcher Chuckie Robinson's contract from Triple-A as his replacement.
Why it matters
Dodgers fans and casual viewers know Will Smith's reliable behind the plate, so his absence shakes a key position-and Robinson's sudden call-up adds intrigue.
Details
Even though this happened a bit earlier, losing a primary catcher still impacts lineup construction and game management as the week begins.