Smith's IL stint creates a playing time window for Rushing

NATIONAL LEAGUE

Los Angeles Dodgers
NEWS: The Dodgers placed C Will Smith on the 10-day IL, retroactive to Monday, June 8, with neck inflammation. The Dodgers recalled C Chuckie Robinson from Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move.
IMPACT: Medium 
BHQ SPIN: Smith (-5% PT) hasn’t played since Friday, June 5 and now will officially be out for at least the next week. There is no indication that this is a serious issue and Smith could return when first eligible. C Dalton Rushing, who has taken advantage of his somewhat limited opportunities this season (.275/.352/.532 with 8 HR and 21 RBI in 122 PA should serve as the Dodgers primary C while Smith is out. Robinson (+5% PT) appeared in one game for the Dodgers last season and is...

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