The “Fresh Prince” for the Los Angeles Dodgers catapulted into World Series history Saturday night. Will Smith shattered a new mark in helping lead the 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. Smith was part of cliffhangers ranging from Andy Pages' bulldozing catch to Louis Varland making his own WS historic mark. 

Smith didn't rewrite history with swinging the bat, however. Instead by doing his work behind the plate.

Smith caught the ball in 73 total innings of play — now a new WS record.

The veteran and perennial All-Star came through during a crucial moment that kept the Dodgers' championship hopes alive.

Biggest moments involving Will Smith in Dodgers vs. Blue Jays Game 7

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) reacts after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eleventh inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.
Nov 1, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) reacts after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eleventh inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

The man who shares the same name with the Oscar winning actor came through twice in the most clutch ways possible.

Facing bases loaded with one out, Miguel Rojas retrieved a ground ball and opted to avoid the tag out at first.

He fired the ball over to Smith — who kept his foot on home plate to deny the run on Toronto's side.

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Here's how close Toronto was to taking the lead with Smith's right foot making the difference.

Smith pulled off a critical sequence that eventually became a prelude to Pages' epic catch in the outfield. But then Smith rose up as the new hero of this championship run igniting in the City of Angels.

Smith sent the baseball 366 feet into the air before flying over the left outfield wall. Excited Dodger teammates awaited him near home plate.

Now, the Louisville native will find room for a third championship ring on his finger after rewriting catcher history in the October classic.