Dalton Rushing placed on injured list amid Dodgers' catching concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 5:19 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers placed catcher Dalton Rushing on the 10-day injured list with a mild right elbow strain before their game against the Chicago Cubs. Manager Dave Roberts stated that Rushing has dealt with similar issues previously, but the recovery timeline remains uncertain. With Rushing and Will Smith both sidelined, the Dodgers are left without their top two catchers, forcing them to rely on Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia. The organization hopes to navigate this setback as they aim for a postseason run.
- •Dalton Rushing sustained a mild right elbow strain.
- •Rushing is on the 10-day injured list.
- •Will Smith is also out, affecting the catching lineup.
- •Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia will fill in as catchers.
- •Manager Dave Roberts provided an uncertain recovery timeline for Rushing.
- 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Dodgers Reveal Concerning Dalton Rushing Injury Update
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