Dodgers release catcher Chuckie Robinson amid Rushing injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:31 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers have released catcher Chuckie Robinson following an injury to Dalton Rushing. Rushing was placed on the 10-day injured list after experiencing elbow discomfort while warming up for a game against the Boston Red Sox earlier this month. With perennial All-Star Will Smith also sidelined, the Dodgers acquired Hunter Feduccia and Ben Rortvedt as replacements for Robinson. Rushing indicated that he will not require surgery, possibly influencing the decision to cut Robinson. The team is navigating depth issues at catcher as they prepare for the postseason.
- •Dalton Rushing indicates season is not over, will not require surgery.
- •Rushing was placed on the injured list earlier this month.
- •Dodgers acquired Hunter Feduccia and Ben Rortvedt via trades.
- •Robinson was released after a brief stint in the majors.
- •Will Smith remains sidelined with an injury.
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Cut Veteran Backstop After Dalton Rushing Injury Update
"The Los Angeles Dodgers have released a four-year MLB veteran catcher after some trades to address the position.
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