Dalton Rushing Embraces Backup Catcher Role, Eyes Improvement

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing, coming off a challenging 2025 rookie season (.204 AVG, 4 HR, 24 RBI in 53 games), is embracing his role as backup behind Will Smith. Manager Dave Roberts plans to use Rushing at first base for Freddie Freeman's days off. Rushing started Saturday's Cactus League opener with an RBI sac fly and is focused on team success, viewing his role as a learning opportunity behind Smith and aiming for 110 regular season wins.