Dominic Smith Hits Historic Walk-Off Grand Slam in Braves Debut

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In an emotional Atlanta Braves debut, Dominic Smith hit a historic walk-off grand slam, becoming the first player in MLB history to achieve this feat in his first game with a new team. The moment arrived just weeks after the March 15 passing of his mother, Yvette LaFleur, following a battle with cancer. Smith, who missed spring training to be with her, expressed that he felt her presence during the at-bat, marking a powerful and historic start to his tenure with the club.