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Braves' Smith hits walk-off days after mom's death

By ESPN · 2026-03-29
Braves' Smith hits walk-off days after mom's death
Why it matters: A powerful, emotional debut walk-off grand slam honors a mother's memory.
In a poignant Braves debut, Dominic Smith hit a walk-off grand slam against the Royals, just days after his mother's passing. He openly shared his emotional struggle, admitting he "got choked up" while celebrating, highlighting the personal significance of his game-winning hit.

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