Dodgers All-Star Catcher Sidelined; Hopeful To Avoid IL

Dodgers All-Star Catcher Sidelined; Hopeful To Avoid IL

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been forced to make a roster move today as they await test results on catcher Will Smith, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Catcher Ben Rortvedt has been called up from Triple-A Oklahoma City, and Los Angeles will carry three catchers until Smith receives a further diagnosis. Dodgers All-Star Catcher Sidelined; Hopeful To Avoid IL   Ben Rortvedt is here on taxi as the Dodgers evaluate Will Smith’s status. …

Dodgers Make 3 Roster Moves Ahead Of Pirates Finale In The Wake Of Will Smith Injury - LAFB Network

Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images The Los Angeles Dodgers shuffled their roster Thursday, making three moves ahead of their series finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The club selected the contract of catcher Ben Rortvedt, optioned infielder Alex Freeland back to the minors, and designated right-hander Alexis Díaz for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster. Will Smith’s Status Drives Catching Changes Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Vote F…