Dodgers add catchers Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia after injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers added catchers Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia to their roster on August 4, 2026. This move comes as Dalton Rushing is on the injured list and Will Smith is not expected to return for several weeks. Rortvedt’s contract was selected while Feduccia was added to the 40-man roster. Both players were acquired at the trade deadline after the team parted ways with Eliezer Alfonzo and Chuckie Robinson. Rortvedt struggled last season but showed defensive promise; Feduccia has performed better offensively this season.
- •Dalton Rushing is on the 15-day injured list.
- •Will Smith is three to four weeks away from returning.
- •Rortvedt struggled last season, hitting.152 with limited offensive production.
- •Feduccia has shown improved offensive performance this year with the Rays.
- •Eliezer Alfonzo was demoted to Triple-A; Chuckie Robinson was designated for assignment.
- 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Finalize Catcher Shakeup With Ben Rortvedt Move
"The Los Angeles Dodgers have officially added two catchers to the roster after moving on from their two emergency options.
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