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Dalton Rushing surgery bomb delays possibility of a Dodgers trade but doesn’t erase it

The Los Angeles Dodgers revealed Dalton Rushing underwent an internal brace procedure in his elbow, sidelining him for nine months.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 11:14 PM
Dalton Rushing surgery bomb delays possibility of a Dodgers trade but doesn’t erase it
Key Things to Know
  • Dalton Rushing's elbow surgery delays any potential Los Angeles Dodgers trade until he recovers, Dodgers Way argues.
  • Rushing underwent an internal brace procedure that sidelines him from catching for roughly nine months.
  • Andrew Friedman stated Rushing could resume swinging sooner, but catching duties are delayed well into 2027.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that catcher Dalton Rushing underwent an internal brace procedure on his elbow, sidelining him from catching for approximately nine months. Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman noted that while Rushing could swing a bat earlier, he is not expected to catch until well into the 2027 season.

Dodgers Way argues the long recovery effectively halts any offseason trade plans unless Los Angeles sells low, though a future trade remains viable once he recovers. The writer suggests Hunter Feduccia will serve as the primary backup catcher behind Will Smith while Rushing works toward regaining full health and trade value.

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