DOMINIC SMITH NEWS

Hits in simulated game Smith (wrist) took at-bats during Saturday's simulated game, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

Impact Smith took batting practice Friday and was able to progress to a sim game Saturday. The 25-year-old has been slowed by right wrist soreness since Wednesday but hasn't been too concerned about the issue and could return to the Grapefruit League lineup as early as Sunday.

MARCH 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No concerns about wrist Smith (wrist) took batting practice a day ahead of schedule Friday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Smith was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Marlins and isn't expected to play until Sunday. He doesn't seem concerned about the issue, however, saying Friday that he would be in the lineup if he dealt with a similar issue during the regular season.

MARCH 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mets' Syndergaard throwing heat in rehab PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Even sidelined by surgery, Noah Syndergaard comes up with feats of heat. He touched 96 mph while "not at 100%" on Thu...

MARCH 18, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM

Held out until at least Sunday Smith (wrist) won't play until Sunday at the earliest, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith was scratched from the lineup Wednesday due to a sore right wrist, and he's apparently set to miss at least three more days. However, there haven't been indications that the issue will cost him any time at the start of the regular season.

MARCH 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with wrist soreness Smith was scratched from Wednesday's spring lineup against the Marlins due to right wrist soreness, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Smith has apparently been dealing with a sore wrist throughout spring training, and the team opted to give him a day off Wednesday as a precautionary measure. Manager Luis Rojas didn't sound too concerned about the issue and said that Smith did some defensive work prior to Wednesday's game. Barring any setbacks, Smith could be back in the lineup in the coming days.

MARCH 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched from lineup Smith was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's spring game against the Marlins for an unspecified reason, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Smith was initially slated to play left field and bat fifth Wednesday. It's not yet clear whether his removal from the lineup is due to an injury, but Mallex Smith will take his place in the lineup against Miami.

MARCH 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lindor, Mets talk about new deal; Rosario struggles in CF

Just over two weeks before opening day, Francisco Lindor and the New York Mets have begun talking about keeping him in town beyond this year

MARCH 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Slated to play left field Friday Smith is expected to play in left field during Friday's spring game against Miami, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Smith had been serving as the designated hitter for the Mets over the past week as the team brought him along slowly to begin spring training. He'll make his first defensive appearance in Friday's matchup since the Mets want to give him ample playing time at his primary position ahead of Opening Day. The 25-year-old has gone just 1-for-11 with a two-run home run and six strikeouts over his first four Grapefruit League games.

MARCH 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mets keep Smith out of left temporarily as a precaution PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — You’ll have to forgive Dom Smith if he feels a little left out. Smith is slated to be the Mets’ full-time leftfielder...

MARCH 11, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM

Seeing is believing: Bauer shuts eye, pitches shutout ball

What’s that piece of advice Little League coaches always tell their kid — keep your eye on the ball, right

MARCH 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spring debut coming at DH Smith is expected to see his first game action of the spring Thursday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

Impact The 25-year-old will ease in as the DH before taking the field defensively Saturday. Smith will likely spend most of his time in left field during Grapefruit League action, as the Mets feel the stress fracture he suffered in his foot in 2019 was a result of moving back and forth between first base and the outfield. "This time, we want him to spend more time in left," manager Luis Rojas said Wednesday. "We'll gradually put him in the spot where he can start coming into games. Doing his drills and then he's gonna get to play on the field later." Over the last two seasons, Smith has posted a dynamic .299/.366/.571 slash line through 139 games with 21 homers, so finding a regular spot for him in the lineup will be a priority for the club in camp.

MARCH 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mets notes: Smith to debut, deGrom Day, well-wishes for Boone JUPITER, Fla. — Late to camp, Dominic Smith is late to playing in exhibition games, too The Mets are taking it slow with Smith in part becau...

MARCH 3, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM

Social justice spurs Dom's youth outreach On the night of Aug. 26, 2020, Dominic Smith entered Citi Field’s press conference room with something to say. Smith had spent his day mourn...

FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • MLB.COM

Dominic Smith takes batting practice at NY Mets camp in Port St. Lucie, Florida Dominic Smith takes batting practice at Mets camp in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

FEBRUARY 25, 2021 • NORTHJERSEY.COM

Arrives at camp Smith (not injury related) arrived at spring training Wednesday, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Smith's arrival at camp was slightly delayed due to a non-physical issue, but he'll join the team for workouts Wednesday. Even after his brief absence, Smith should have plenty of time to prepare for the regular season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Walker guaranteed $23M over 3 years by Mets; Pillar $5M

Taijuan Walker is guaranteed $23 million over three seasons in his contract with the New York Mets and would get $25.5 million if he pitches at least 175 innings in 2022

FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Slight delay to start camp Smith missed the Mets' first day of full-squad workouts but is not dealing with any injury, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Several players around the league have faced slight delays while going through intake testing, though the Mets didn't confirm exactly why Smith wasn't available. Manager Luis Rojas said Monday that Smith should arrive by the end of the week, which should give him plenty of time to prepare for the upcoming season.

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dom Smith talks shop with idol Barry Bonds Dominic Smith had a chance to interview one of his idols on Sunday, hosting an Instagram Live with Barry Bonds. The two talked about issues...

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • MLB.COM

Mets sign OF Kevin Pillar to 1-year deal, cut Heredia

Center fielder Kevin Pillar and the New York Mets have finalized a $5 million, one-year contract

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NL East teams at the start of spring training

A team-by-team look at the National League East entering spring training, including key players each club acquired and lost, and dates of the first workout for pitchers and catcher...

FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dominic Smith, Mets agree to $2.55 million, 1-year contract NEW YORK (AP) — First baseman outfielder Dominic Smith and the New York Mets avoided arbitration Friday when they agreed to a $2.55 million,...

JANUARY 15, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Mets avoid arb with 8 players, including Lindor, Conforto

The New York Mets have agreed to one-year contracts with eight players to avoid salary arbitration, including shortstop Francisco Lindor, outfielder Michael Conforto and first base...

JANUARY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mets, Smith avoid arb with 1-year deal The Mets have agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million contract with infielder Dominic Smith, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand on Friday. The...

JANUARY 15, 2021 • MLB.COM

Mets, Smith avoid arb with 1-year deal The Mets have agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million contract with infielder Dominic Smith, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand on Friday. The...

JANUARY 15, 2021 • MLB.COM

Avoids arbitration with Mets Smith signed a one-year, $2.55 million deal with the Mets on Friday to avoid arbitration, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports.

Impact The 25-year-old was arguably the Mets' best bat in 2020 with a .316/.377/.616 slash line, 10 homers, 21 doubles and 42 RBI in 199 plate appearances, and he's now officially under contract for 2021. Smith's major-league outlook was a question mark not too long ago, but he has a .937 OPS in 139 games over the past two seasons and enters spring training in position to begin the season in a starting role.

JANUARY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE