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Dalton Rushing news
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The gist
Dodgers activated catcher Dalton Rushing off the injured list Tuesday after a slight UCL tear. His return adds a left-handed bat but catching remains uncertain.
Background
Dalton Rushing, a 25-year-old catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, was placed on the injured list in early August with a slight UCL tear in his right elbow. He had been a key contributor, hitting .253 with 12 home runs and 36 RBIs in 74 games before the injury. The Dodgers activated him on September 1, when rosters expanded, to bolster their bench for the postseason push.
How it unfolded
- Aug 3, 2026Rushing was placed on the injured list with a right arm injury, later diagnosed as a slight UCL tear.
- Aug 30, 2026Reports indicated Rushing had started a throwing progression, but his ability to catch again this season was in question.
- Sep 1, 2026The Dodgers activated Rushing off the injured list as part of a six-player roster move, with him expected to serve as a left-handed bat off the bench.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- The Dodgers said Rushing is activated and can provide a left-handed bat, but he is not expected to catch initially.
- Manager
- Dave Roberts said he doesn't know if Rushing catching again this season is a realistic goal.
Still unverified
Rushing's exact timeline for returning to catching duties is unconfirmed; he is hopeful but manager Dave Roberts expressed uncertainty.