Dodgers Predicted to Win World Series, Three-Peat in 2026<\/a><\/p>\nHe had made three consecutive All-Star Games, earning a starting spot in 2025, and received MVP votes for the first time in his career last season. His .901 OPS from last year marked the best he\u2019s ever had during a season where he\u2019s played more than 100 games, and his .296 batting average shattered his previous record.<\/p>\n
The catcher is a shoe-in for the starting spot for the Dodgers, and has cemented his status among the best catchers in baseball.<\/p>\n
The Dodgers will hope he can keep his production up in 2026, as they\u2019re chasing the franchise\u2019s first three-peat. Smith will play a huge role in their campaign, and will look to have another season similar to his stellar year in 2025.<\/p>\n
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Nov 1, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) reacts after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eleventh inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn ImagesIs Will Smith Still the Dodgers\u2019 Starting Catcher?<\/p>\n