Dwight Smith, former Braves and Cubs outfielder, dead at 58

ATLANTA — Dwight Smith, a runner-up for NL rookie of the 12 months who performed on Atlanta’s World Collection-winning staff in 1995, died Friday, the Braves introduced. He was 58.

The Braves mentioned the previous outfielder and pinch-hitting specialist died of congestive coronary heart and lung failure. He lived in suburban Peachtree Metropolis, about 30 miles south of Atlanta.

Dwight Smith spent two seasons with the Braves, successful a World Collection in 1995.

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Smith performed within the large leagues for eight years, beginning out with the Chicago Cubs, splitting a season between the Angels and Baltimore Orioles earlier than becoming a member of the Braves for his closing two seasons.

His son, Dwight Jr., has additionally frolicked in majors, most not too long ago with Baltimore in 2020.

The elder Smith served largely as a pinch-hitter with the Braves in 1995, hitting .252 with three homers and 21 RBIs in 103 video games.

Atlanta defeated Cleveland in six video games to win the World Collection. with Smith showing thrice as a pinch-hitter. He went 1 for two with a stroll.

Dwight Smith spent his first 5 seasons with the Cubs. He completed second in NL Rookie of the 12 months voting in 1989.

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In an announcement, the Braves referred to as Smith “an integral member” of their first Atlanta championship staff.

“Dwight was additionally a beloved alumni member, and his infectious smile can be missed round Truist Park,” the staff added.

Smith performed yet another season with the Braves to shut out his profession. He batted simply .203 with three homers and 16 RBIs in 101 video games. He didn't seem within the postseason as Atlanta once more reached the World Collection, dropping to the New York Yankees.

Smith had his greatest season as a rookie with the Cubs in 1989, batting .324 with 9 homers and 52 RBIs to assist Chicago win the NL East. He was runner-up to teammate Jerome Walton for rookie of the 12 months.

“We're saddened to study of the loss of life of Dwight Smith and ship our condolences,” the Cubs tweeted.

After 5 seasons with the Cubs, Smith signed with the Angels as a free agent in 1994. He was traded to Baltimore throughout the strike-shortened season, then moved on the Braves the next 12 months.

Smith was survived by his spouse Cheryl, Dwight Jr., and daughters Taylor and Shannyn.