Here’s the latest I can share based on current publicly available reports:
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As of December 15, 2025, Dominic Smith reached a one-year, $2.55 million contract with the Mets after avoiding arbitration. This indicates a short-term, salary-arbitration settlement rather than a long-term deal with the Mets. This news is from a regional source covering Mets agreements for the 2025 season cycle.[1]
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In April–June 2026 there were reports about Dominic Smith signing with the Atlanta Braves on a split-contract arrangement to break camp with the team, following earlier minor-league agreements. These pieces described him as a veteran contributor in spring camp discussions and noted potential 40-man roster considerations for opening day [MLB.com, MLBTradeRumors, and related outlets in 2026-04 timeframe; see search results for details]. This suggests Smith’s status shifted toward the Braves around spring 2026.[3]
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Additional notes from 2023–2025 show Smith previously signed one-year deals with the Washington Nationals and later MLB teams under various short-term terms, including a notable earlier 1-year, $2 million deal with Washington in 2023, which included performance bonuses. These historical contracts illustrate a pattern of short-term arrangements rather than long-term guarantees.[4][5]
If you’d like, I can pull the exact contract terms and latest team status from reliable outlets and provide a concise timeline with citations. I can also monitor for any new moves in May–June 2026 and summarize them.
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The Braves announced that Dominic Smith and Kyle Farmer have been signed to Major League split contracts for the 2026 season. The two veterans were already in camp on minor league deals, but as Article XX(B) free agents, Smith and Farmer had the ability to opt out of their contracts five days before Opening Day if they weren’t added to the Braves’ 40-man roster. These new deals mean that Smith and Farmer will be breaking camp with the club. The Braves have two open spots on their 40-man...
www.mlbtraderumors.comThe 25-year-old enjoyed a huge breakout during the pandemic-shortened season, forcing his way into the everyday lineup and hitting .316 with 10 home runs, 21 doubles, 42 RBIs and a .993 OPS in 50 games.
connecticut.news12.comJanuary 24, 8:39pm: It is indeed an arbitration-only contract, ESPN.com’s Jeff Passan tweets. Story will receive $27.5MM over the two-year term. The Rockies will not gain control over any prospective open-market seasons but will gain some cost certainty as part of the deal.
www.mlbtraderumors.comThe Atlanta Braves are seeing immediate returns on a low-risk move, as Dominic Smith has quickly emerged as a prominent contributor in their lineup. His early output has provided a significant boost to an already potent offense.
www.yardbarker.comThe Nationals have signed Dom Smith to a one-year deal.
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www.rotowire.comWASHINGTON -- The Nationals prioritized adding a lefty bat to their lineup this offseason, and they did so with Dominic Smith on Wednesday, when their one-year deal with the first baseman/outfielder was officially announced. Terms weren't disclosed, but Smith's deal is for $2 million and includes another $2 million in
www.mlb.comDominic Smith opted out of his contract with the Yankees on Sunday after his hot start in the minors did not yield a promotion to the majors
heavy.comOn Saturday, the Atlanta Braves are playing the Boston Red Sox for their latest spring training game.They have three more exhibition games before their Opening Day showdown with the Kansas City Royals on March 27.Atlanta Braves Announce Signing Of MLB Veteran GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 08: Kyle Farmer #6 of the Colorado Rockies hits a sacrifice fly against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning at Dodger Stadium on September …
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