Will Smith (catcher)

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/will-smith--catcher-

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Will Smith (catcher) born?March 28, 1995
2. What was Will Smith (catcher)'s job?Los Angeles Dodgers (Major League Baseball)
3. What is Will Smith (catcher) known for?Three-time World Series Champion (2020, 2024, 2025), three-time All-Star
4. What is the college baseball program?Louisville Cardinals
5. What is the draft status?First-round selection (2016 MLB Draft) by the Los Angeles Dodgers
6. Who is Will Smith in baseball?Will Smith is a catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers who also hits home runs.

Major League Baseball Draft: An annual event where Major League Baseball teams select eligible amateur baseball players from colleges and high schools.
Framing Pitches: The catcher's technique of subtly moving the ball to make borderline pitches appear as strikes to the umpire.
Clutch Hitting: A player's ability to perform exceptionally well in high-pressure situations, often with game-deciding consequences.
International Competition: Games or tournaments involving national teams from different countries, such as the World Baseball Classic.