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Dodgers’ 29-YO Pro Makes His Exit as LA Faces Major Shake-Up After Postseason Elimination

The Dodgers’ unexpected NLCS exit is already forcing roster moves, starting with backup catcher Ben Rortvedt. Brought in at the trade deadline to shore up the catching depth amid injuries to Will Smith and Dalton Rushing, the 29-year-old was expected…

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Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 1:30 AM

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Catcher Ben Rortvedt has opted for minor league free agency following the Dodgers' NLCS elimination.
Rortvedt held the right to reject an outright Triple-A assignment due to his MLB service time.
The 29-year-old backstop hit .185 across 16 major league games for Los Angeles in August 2026.

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Los Angeles Dodgers backup catcher Ben Rortvedt has opted to become a minor league free agent following the team's elimination in the NLCS. After being outrighted to Triple-A Oklahoma City in September 2026, the 29-year-old exercised his contractual right based on MLB service time to test the open market.

Rortvedt was brought in at the trade deadline to provide depth following injuries to Will Smith and Dalton Rushing, batting .185 in 16 games. A reunion on a minor league deal remains possible ahead of 2027.

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