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Dodgers unlikely to pursue Adley Rutschman before trade deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 11:39 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Dodgers unlikely to pursue Adley Rutschman before trade deadline

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly not expected to trade for Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman. MLB insider Mark Feinsand indicated that the team’s current catcher, Will Smith, is progressing well from a neck injury. Rutschman is having a solid season with a.764 OPS and eight home runs but the Dodgers may wait on Smith’s recovery before making any major moves. Smith has resumed hitting activities following a period of inactivity due to injury and was transferred to the 60-day injured list on July 21. As the trade deadline approaches, the Dodgers' plans may still evolve, but immediate action appears unlikely.

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•Adley Rutschman has a.764 OPS with the Orioles this season.
•Will Smith is recovering from neck inflammation and recently resumed hitting activities.
•The Dodgers placed Smith on the 60-day injured list on July 21.
•Trade activity is heating up as the deadline approaches.

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11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Dodgers Slide off Trade Table for 3x MLB All-Star

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With trade rumors heating up ahead of the deadline, the Los Angeles Dodgers are finding themselves stirring in speculation.However, one MLB insider is now providing clarity on where they stand with one All-Star catcher.Dodgers ‘Unlikely’ To Make a Move for Orioles’ CatcherAccording to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com (via X), Los Angeles isn’t likely to make […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Slide off Trade Table for 3x MLB All-Star appeared first on HEAVY.
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