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Former Cubs and Braves outfielder Dwight Smith has died at age 58, the Braves announced Friday. <\/p>\n
Smith spent parts of eight seasons in the majors, from 1989-1996. He started with the division-winning Cubs in 1989, hitting .324\/.382\/.493 (141 OPS+) with 19 doubles, six triples, nine homers, 52 RBI, 52 runs, nine stolen bases and 2.3 WAR in just 109 games . He finished second in Rookie of the Year voting to fellow Cubs outfielder Jerome Walton. <\/p>\n
Smith was also a member of the World Series champion Braves in 1995, picking up a pinch-hit single in Game 2, a Braves win. <\/p>\n
The Braves also mentioned that Smith was “a beloved alumni member, and his infectious smile will be missed around Truist Park.” <\/p>\n
“Our deepest condolences to his wife, Cheryl, daughters Taylor and Shannyn, and son Dwight, Jr.,” the Braves said in a statement. <\/p>\n
Dwight Smith, Jr. has appeared in 122 career MLB games for the Blue Jays and Orioles. The 29-year-old outfielder started this season with the Triple-A Charlotte Knights (White Sox affiliate) and was released in early May. He’s currently playing independent ball. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n