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Ben Rortvedt Shines as Dodgers' Catcher in World Series

10/26/2025

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Ben Rortvedt, the Verona Area High School standout from Wisconsin, is catching for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series.
Rortvedt was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in 2016 after which he was designated for assignment.
He was traded to the Dodgers in 2025, earning a starting role after injuries to teammates.
His mother expressed support for the Dodgers as his family adapts its loyalties.

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Ben Rortvedt, the Verona Area High School standout from Wisconsin, is catching for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series.
Rortvedt was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in 2016 after which he was designated for assignment.
He was traded to the Dodgers in 2025, earning a starting role after injuries to teammates.
His mother expressed support for the Dodgers as his family adapts its loyalties.