Smith is not in the Orioles' lineup Thursday due to a back issue, and he could be placed on the 10-day disabled list if he isn't available to play Friday, Steve Melewski of MASNsports.com reports.

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Smith also was unavailable Wednesday, and the club has revealed the specific reason. If the top-side platoon weapon has to take a break on the DL, this could lead to more at-bats for Joey Rickard, even against right-handed pitchers.