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Dodgers Activate Dalton Rushing Amid Injury Struggles

9/17/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated catcher Dalton Rushing from the injured list, improving their catching depth while Will Smith recovers from a bone bruise.
Rushing, returning from a shin injury, has a .190 batting average and a 38.9% strikeout rate this season.
Ben Rortvedt, hitting .308 in the last 10 games, is starting against the Phillies.
Chuckie Robinson has been optioned back to Triple-A after limited playtime.
The Dodgers are dealing with multiple player injuries as the postseason approaches.

History

Historical Context

The Los Angeles Dodgers, established in 1883, won their sixth World Series in 1988, led by pitcher Orel Hershiser's 23 wins and a .263 batting average. This victory marked a significant moment in the franchise's history, which has since faced challenges, including injuries to key players like Will Smith, emphasizing the ongoing need for strategic roster management as they approach the postseason.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated catcher Dalton Rushing from the injured list, improving their catching depth while Will Smith recovers from a bone bruise.
Rushing, returning from a shin injury, has a .190 batting average and a 38.9% strikeout rate this season.
Ben Rortvedt, hitting .308 in the last 10 games, is starting against the Phillies.
Chuckie Robinson has been optioned back to Triple-A after limited playtime.
The Dodgers are dealing with multiple player injuries as the postseason approaches.

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