""Just still maturing. It's not easy to not play every day when you're used to that. I think that he grew last year and I like where he's at right now. ...Ideally you're looking for him to get 500 at-bats this year to continue to evolve and catch innings, but looking at the depth chart, I think you'd still choose to be a major league player.""
"Rushing came up to the majors in the middle of May 2025 and hot the ground running, but limited opportunities saw his proficiency at the plate decline. He kicked off his MLB career with two multi-hit games, ending May 2025 with a .278 average and .759 OPS, but played just 53 games throughout the entirety of the season. He ended the year with a .204/.258/.324 slash line, hitting four homers and tallying 24 RBIs."
"The rookie had the opportunity to take over the starting spot after Will Smith went down with a bone bruise in his hand in September, but a foul ball hit him in the knee and forced him onto the injured list just a couple of days later. He'll look to get a little more playing time during the upcoming season as the Dodg"
Dalton Rushing is projected to serve as the Los Angeles Dodgers' backup catcher for the 2026 season, tasked with learning pitchers, developing a swing suited for playing a couple times per week, and continuing to mature in a reduced playing role. Outfield is not being considered, but occasional first-base duty is possible if needed. Rushing debuted in May 2025, started hot but finished with limited opportunities and a .204/.258/.324 slash line across 53 games, four homers and 24 RBIs. An injury in September curtailed his chance to assume the starting role, and more playing time is expected in 2026.
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