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Reds Designate World Series Backup Rortvedt for Assignment

2/4/2026

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  • The Cincinnati Reds designated catcher Ben Rortvedt for assignment on February 3, 2026, after acquiring him from the Dodgers.
  • Rortvedt served as a Dodgers backup during their World Series win.
  • The Reds moved to fit a one-year, $15 million contract for Eugenio Suarez.
  • He must be traded or released within seven days.