Will Smith's first career home run was a walk off for the Dodgers, a breakdown

Jun 3, 2019 257.5K views 2:19

What Happened

In a thrilling bottom-of-the-ninth matchup, rookie catcher Will Smith steps up to the plate for the Los Angeles Dodgers. With the game tied 1-1, the stakes are high as Smith faces off against the opposing team's closer. On the first pitch, Smith fouls off a split-finger fastball. He takes a moment to reset, then swings at the next high fastball, missing it completely. With the count now 0-2, the crowd holds their breath as Smith digs in, ready for the next offering. The pitcher deals another split-finger, but Smith is prepared, keeping his eye on the ball and driving it deep to left field. As the ball rockets off his bat, the stadium erupts in cheers. Smith admires his first career home run, taking a few steps down the first base line before dropping his bat and rounding the bases. In the Dodgers' dugout, the players erupt in celebration. Outfielder Joc Pederson rushes to greet Smith at home plate, throwing playful punches as the young catcher is mobbed by his teammates. Veteran Justin Turner adds to the merriment, spraying Smith in the face with a water bottle. The Dodgers' bullpen pitchers, relieved to be out of the game, enthusiastically chest-bump each other. Even the opposing team's reliever, who had blown the save, can't help but smile at the genuine excitement of the walk-off celebration. As Smith's young daughter watches from the stands, another Dodgers player is spotted shaking his own child, joining in the wholesome family atmosphere of the moment. The Dodgers' announcer captures the pure joy, exclaiming, "Yes! I love how wholesome that is!" With this dramatic, first-career home run, Will Smith has not only delivered a walk-off victory for the Dodgers, but also provided a heartwarming display of camaraderie and celebration within the team. This unforgettable moment will surely be etched in the minds of Dodgers fans for years to come.

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a couple days ago we had Will Smith hit

his first big league home run bottom 9

you see that little he does that rizo

thing this little like humping the air

rhythm thing here we go