The Los Angeles Dodgers have no shortage of household names that dominate the headlines daily in L.A. But quietly anchoring one of baseball’s most feared lineups is a player who often goes overlooked outside of Dodger circles: Will Smith.

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages was unhappy with San Diego Padres ace Dylan Cease after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of Monday's game between the NL West rivals.

Dodgers catcher leads his position in several categories in 2025, and leads the entire National League in on-base percentage. He’s also gotten extra rest relative to seasons past.

Smith started the previous three games and will get a breather after going 3-for-11 with two walks, two RBI and three runs. Rookie Daulton Rushing will do the catching for righty Dustin May while batting eighth Sunday. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc.

Smith is on track to make his third straight All-Star team, but the catcher tailed off while battling an ankle injury last season and Dave Roberts wants to pace him now so he can get more out of

It will be another night of full energy when the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers clash again Tuesday as the National League West rivals continue a run of seven games against each other in 11 days.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a thrilling 10-inning victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday, and are looking to take the series on Tuesday at Petco Park. More news: Dodgers Call Up Pitcher,