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Dodgers acquire catchers Rortvedt and Feduccia amid injury issues

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Dodgers acquire catchers Rortvedt and Feduccia amid injury issues

Summary

On August 4, 2026, the Los Angeles Dodgers made significant roster changes by acquiring catchers Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia. This move comes as a response to injuries affecting regular catchers Dalton Rushing and Will Smith. Both Rortvedt and Feduccia have prior experience with the Dodgers, adding depth as they were brought in to replace Chuckie Robinson, who was designated for assignment, and Eliezer Alfonzo, who was optioned back to Triple-A. Rortvedt contributed last season with a.636 OPS in 18 games, while Feduccia played 60 games with the Tampa Bay Rays and had a.646 OPS this season. These additions aim to stabilize the catching position as the team navigates injuries.

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•Dodgers acquire catchers Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia.
•Rortvedt and Feduccia replace Chuckie Robinson and Eliezer Alfonzo.
•Both catchers have previous experience with the Dodgers.
•Rortvedt has a.636 OPS from last season; Feduccia has.646 OPS this season.
•The changes respond to injuries to Dalton Rushing and Will Smith.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers made some changes behind the plate after trading for catchers Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia at the deadline. The post Dodgers Shuffle Catching Depth Following Deadline Acquisitions appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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