Dodgers Activate Will Smith, Designate Ben Rortvedt
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Dodgers have activated Will Smith, Dalton Rushing, and Justin Wrobleski from the injured list, while recalling infielder Alex Freeland and optioning outfielder Alek Thomas.
- Will Smith returns after nearly three months due to neck disc inflammation, having recently completed a rehab stint with Triple-A Oklahoma City where he hit a home run in five games.
- Dalton Rushing is back from a partial UCL tear but has not been cleared to throw and may not catch again this season, serving primarily as a left-handed bat off the bench.
- Catcher Ben Rortvedt was designated for assignment to clear roster space for Smith, with the Dodgers likely hoping he clears waivers and accepts a minor league assignment for organizational depth.
- Hunter Feduccia remains the preferred backup catcher behind Smith, having outperformed Rortvedt offensively since their August acquisitions.
