Will Smith has had a remarkable 12-year career as a reliable relief pitcher in Major League Baseball. But it’s not just his skill on the mound that sets him apart; he also seems to have a special talent for being in the right place at the right time.
This left-handed reliever achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first player in MLB history to win three consecutive World Series titles with three different teams. His incredible journey culminated when the Texas Rangers secured their first-ever championship by defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0.
Reflecting on this extraordinary achievement, Smith shared, “As a kid, when you first fall in love with baseball and play catch in your front yard, you always dream of being in those intense moments—like a 3-2 count, bottom of the ninth, Game 7 of the World Series.” For Smith, to experience this dream scenario three years in a row is something he deeply appreciates.
Will Smith is the first player to ever win 3 straight World Series on 3 different teams. pic.twitter.com/1O9BcLb8uU
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While many players can only imagine winning a single World Series, Will Smith has achieved this remarkable feat three times. His humility shines through when he says, “I only imagined maybe winning one, but I’m not going to complain.”
Smith, who earned an All-Star selection in 2019 and hails from Georgia, played a pivotal role in Atlanta’s bullpen during their 2021 World Series victory, pitching four scoreless innings. He was also part of the Houston Astros’ roster when they won the Fall Classic last year, although he didn’t make an appearance in those games. This season, the 34-year-old donned the Rangers’ uniform and made two appearances in the World Series.
