Dodgers Hit First 3 Spring Training Home Runs

Will Smith, Hyeseong Kim, and Keston Hiura power Dodgers to comeback win over White Sox

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Los Angeles Dodgers hit their first three home runs of the 2026 spring training season, with Will Smith, Hyeseong Kim, and Keston Hiura all going deep to lead the team to a 7-6 comeback victory over the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona. The Dodgers remain undefeated six games into Cactus League play.

Why it matters

Spring training home runs are an early indicator of offensive power and can provide optimism for the regular season ahead. The Dodgers are looking to build on their success from last year and these early long balls suggest their lineup may be primed for another productive campaign.

The details

The Dodgers trailed the White Sox for much of the game before their three home runs fueled the comeback. Will Smith hit a solo shot, Hyeseong Kim blasted a two-run homer, and Keston Hiura added a solo home run of his own to give the Dodgers the lead. The Dodgers' offense has been prolific in the early going of spring training, scoring 44 runs in their first five games.

  • The game took place on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona.

The players

Will Smith

A catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers who hit a solo home run in the game.

Hyeseong Kim

An infielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers who hit a two-run home run in the game.

Keston Hiura

An infielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers who hit a solo home run in the game.

Chicago White Sox

The opposing team that the Dodgers came from behind to defeat.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The team that hit three home runs to rally for the victory.

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What they’re saying

“It's always great to see the bats come alive early in spring training. These homers are a good sign of the offensive potential we have on this team.”

— Dave Roberts, Dodgers Manager (Los Angeles Times)

What’s next

The Dodgers will continue their Cactus League schedule with games against the San Francisco Giants on February 28 and the Seattle Mariners on March 2.

The takeaway

The Dodgers' early power display in spring training suggests their lineup remains one of the most formidable in baseball, providing optimism that they can build on their success from last season and make another deep postseason run.