"The Dodgers continued to carry specialists and three catchers for their 2025 NLDS roster, but now with a seven-game series for the 2025 NLCS against the Brewers ahead - plus without awkward rest days - it seems like they're going to have to go more traditional by carrying more pitching than before. That's where the intrigue with this roster will take place. Though much like last time, the more entertaining point of discussion is how to align the rotation."
"The health of was still in question last series, so the Dodgers continued to carry three catchers, but now that Dills is back starting it makes sense to drop one of them. The most likely candidate is Dalton Rushing given that Ben Rortvedt started over him. Dave Roberts suggests the Dodgers' roster for the NLCS is "going to look a little bit different."Among the likely changes is adding one more pitcher to replace a position player.- Dodger Blue (@DodgerBlue1958) October 11, 2025"
The Dodgers carried specialists and three catchers for their 2025 NLDS but now face a seven-game 2025 NLCS against the Brewers with fewer awkward rest days. The roster will likely shift toward more pitching and a more traditional construction, with one position player expected to be replaced by an extra pitcher. Catching can drop from three to two now that Dills is back starting, with Dalton Rushing the likeliest cut after Ben Rortvedt started. The team values defensive and baserunning options in Dean and Kim at the margins, though one might be sacrificed for bullpen depth. The rotation is set with four starters, and deploying them with varied rest remains the main strategic debate.
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