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Dodgers Catcher Undergoing Surgery Following NLCS Loss

The Los Angeles Dodgers are still dealing with the sting of having their dreams of a third straight World Series title come to a close after they were swept in four games in the National League Championship Series by the…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 9:29 PM
Dodgers Catcher Undergoing Surgery Following NLCS Loss
Key Things to Know
  • Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is undergoing surgery on his right elbow.
  • Rushing is expected to need nine months before he can resume catching full-time.
  • The surgery follows a partial UCL tear and flexor strain that limited Rushing to 80 games in 2026.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is undergoing surgery on his right elbow following the team's NLCS sweep against the Milwaukee Brewers. According to Dodgers beat writer Maddie Lee, Rushing is receiving a hybrid internal brace procedure after suffering a partial UCL tear and flexor strain.

The recovery timeline projects a nine-month period before Rushing can return to catching full-time, though he is expected to resume hitting earlier. The injury limited Rushing to 80 games during the 2026 season, in which he hit .246 with 12 home runs and 36 RBIs.

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