Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing Gets ‘Huge’ Trade Valuation
Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is on a tear to start the season, and the league is starting to take notice of the young star.
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is on a tear to start the season , and the league is starting to take notice of the young star. Rushing, the former Dodgers top prospect, is only playing back-up catcher minutes and making spot first base starts, along with designated hitter appearances when needed. However, the lefty hitter has not gotten the starting nod because Will Smith is the Dodgers’ franchise catcher and has the role locked up for the foreseeable future.
The lack of playing time leaves Rushing in limbo, but the Dodgers are finding plate appearances whenever possible, and he is delivering more than most everyday catchers at the plate. Apr 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) runs home after a home run during the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images Rushing is hitting .
444/. 464/1. 296 with seven home runs and a 1.
760. He has an out-of-this-world 380 wRC+ and 1. 0 fWAR.