Will Smith Scratched with Lingering Hand Bone Bruise, Future Health in Doubt

Will Smith, catcher for the Kansas City Royals, was a late scratch from Wednesday's game due to a lingering bone bruise on his right hand. The injury, sustained a week prior from a foul ball, had sidelined him until Tuesday, though it didn't require an injured list stint. Smith had appeared "OK" in his return, even hitting a double. However, his hand "flared up pregame," according to Manager Dave Roberts, who previously noted the injury could bother Smith for the rest of the season. The severity of this latest setback is unclear, and his health "remains in doubt," impacting the team's ability to field a full-strength squad. (Published: 2025-09-11)