Will Smith

Will Smith delivered a decent fantasy performance in 2024, playing in 128 games and posting a .248/.327/.433 slash line with 20 home runs, 75 RBIs, and 77 runs scored. While his batting average dipped below his career mark of .258, his power remained consistent, supported by a 10.8% barrel rate and a .334 expected wOBA (xwOBA). While his strikeout rate and walk rate both went in the wrong direction, Smith fits in the "Draft the Dodgers" philosophy and is still a top-catching option.

Will Smith (knee) returns to catch on Thursday

Will Smith (knee) will start at catcher and hit sixth in Thursday’s Cactus League matchup against the Rangers, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Smith, 29, took a pitch to the left knee Tuesday against the Reds but sat out just one day—deemed a cautious move—though a lingering ankle issue from last year into this spring’s been the real concern, not expected to derail Opening Day. Fantasy managers can lock him in as a top-tier catcher; his bat’s ready to roll.