Will Smith is in a slump, but benching him isn’t an option for Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is enduring a severe postseason batting slump, but manager Dave Roberts has firmly decided against benching him. Despite Smith's prolonged struggles at the plate, which include a 1-for-32 postseason slide, the club continues to rely on his regular presence in the lineup during the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

The Dodgers fell behind in the series following a 2-1 defeat in Game 1 and a subsequent 7-4 loss in Game 2. While Roberts has considered potential adjustments to the batting order, the organization continues to trust Smith's overall reliability behind the plate as they head home facing an 0-2 series deficit.