Former Giants closer Will Smith inks three-year, $40 million deal with Braves

So long, Will Smith. The veteran left-handed reliever inked a contract with the Atlanta Braves Thursday afternoon, according to a team press release. The contract runs for a guaranteed three years, paying Smith $39 million. The club retains a $13 million club option for 2023 with a $1 million buy-out, bringing the guaranteed value of his contract to $40 million.