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Dalton Rushing improved upon his debut season but still endured some bumps throughout a 2026 season that he deemed “unforgettable” and one that included “lessons learned.” Rushing described the year as such in a post on Instagram that looked back on his first full season with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / October 22

Dalton Rushing has elbow surgery, not expected to catch until 2nd half of 2027

The elbow injury that wiped out Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing’s final two months of the regular season and left him watching in October proved even costlier than previously expected.

MLB News / Lookout Landing / October 22

Mariners News: Mitch Garver, Kurt Suzuki, and Dalton Rushing

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 22

Dalton Rushing And Will Klein Undergo Right Elbow Surgeries

Hours after Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman announced Shohei Ohtani was not going to require surgery during the offseason, the team revealed Dalton Rushing and Will Klein had respective operations.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21

Dalton Rushing To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing will undergo elbow surgery today, reports Maddie Lee of the L.A. Times. He’s expected to undergo an internal brace procedure to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 5

Why Dodgers Top Prospect Josue De Paula Made NLDS Roster Over Dalton Rushing

Dalton Rushing's 2026 season has consisted of a few wildly different phases. After Phase 1 — an eight-game stretch ending April 20 — the Los Angeles Dodgers' backup catcher had a .444 batting average, and an almost incomprehensible seven home runs in 28 plate appearances.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 4

Josue De Paula’s Discipline Was Key To Earn NLDS Roster Over Dalton Rushing

When the Los Angeles Dodgers announced their roster for the 2026 National League Division Series on Saturday, it didn’t come with any major surprises.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 26

Dodgers activate Dalton Rushing, option Alex Freeland

The Dodgers on Friday activated Dalton Rushing from the injured list on Friday as expected, in a last-ditch effort to get him some potential pinch-hitting opportunities to prepare for what would be his role if he’s active at all in October.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 26

Dalton Rushing Faces Limited Role But ‘Deserves Some Consideration’ For Playoff Roster

Dalton Rushing was added back onto the Los Angeles Dodgers roster on Friday with just three games remaining in the regular season. It marked the end of Rushing’s second stint on the injured list due to right elbow injuries, which included a slight tear in his UCL and a flexor tendon problem.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 25

Alex Freeland Optioned By Dodgers To Activate Dalton Rushing Off Injured list

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Dalton Rushing off the 10-day injured list and optioned Alex Freeland to Triple-A Oklahoma City prior to Friday’s game against the San Francisco Giants.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 25

Dodgers set to receive huge Dalton Rushing boost right before playoffs

With the Los Angeles Dodgers preparing for the upcoming 2026 MLB Playoffs, the team is looking to get back key players from injuries, with catcher Dalton Rushing about to return to the roster.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 25

Dodgers Notes: LA Clinches First-Round Bye, Dalton Rushing Returning, Edwin Diaz Postseason Closer?

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the San Diego Padres, 4-2, on Thursday evening and fell to 97-62 on the year. Tyler Glasnow struck out 11 batters and allowed three earned runs off of three hits across 6.2 innings.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Dodgers' Dalton Rushing Provides Injury Update Ahead of MLB Playoffs

The Los Angeles Dodgers are still hoping Dalton Rushing can return as a hitter before the postseason despite his latest right arm issue. Rushing received a platelet-rich plasma injection for a flexor problem in his right arm, according to The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Viral Sports News / September 17

Dodgers Quietly Announce Huge Dalton Rushing News

The Los Angeles Dodgers spent Wednesday in Cincinnati wrapping up the middle of a three-game set with the Reds after taking the first two contests, including a 4-0 win on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 7

Dalton Rushing Not Going To Catch Again In 2026 After Injury Setback

Dalton Rushing is on the 10-day injured list for a second time in just over a month’s span due to a right elbow issue, and now catching in 2026 is ruled out.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 6

Dodgers C Dalton Rushing returns to IL with elbow issue

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed catcher Dalton Rushing on the 10-day injured list on Sunday due to right elbow discomfort. The move, which was retroactive to Saturday, made for a brief return to the ballclub for Rushing, who was reinstated from the injured list when MLB rosters were expanded last Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / September 6

Dodgers lose key bench weapon as Dalton Rushing lands back on IL

After being activated from the injured list on Sept. 1 following a partial UCL tear in his right elbow, Dalton Rushing is back on the IL with right elbow discomfort, retroactive to Sept. 5.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6

Dodgers Place Dalton Rushing On 10-Day Injured List

The Dodgers announced that catcher Daulton Rushing has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to September 5. Catcher Eliezer Alfonzo was called up from Triple-A in the corresponding move.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 6

Dalton Rushing Gets Honest About New Role With Dodgers

After nearly a month off, Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is making an unconventional return to in-game action as he recovers from a slight UCL tear in his throwing elbow.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 11

Dodgers C Dalton Rushing doesn't believe he needs UCL surgery

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing believes he can avoid surgery to repair the partially torn ligament in his right elbow. "I don't have to go lay on a table and get my arm cut open," he told The Athletic after the Dodgers' 6-5 win against Kansas City on Monday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Dodgers Face Dalton Rushing Decision After Devastating Injury News

What was once a strength for the Los Angeles Dodgers is now a weakness. Entering the 2026 season, the Dodgers were set to roll with a catching tandem of Will Smith and Dalton Rushing.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5

Dodgers had a concerning health update on Dalton Rushing

The Los Angeles Dodgers emerged as clear winners of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, but it hasn’t been rosy for the two-time defending World Series champions of late.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Dalton Rushing Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a partial tear of the UCL in his right elbow, manager Dave Roberts tells David Vassegh of the Dodger Talk podcast. The second-year backstop landed on the 10-day injured list yesterday with what the team initially called elbow inflammation.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing Makes Personal Decision Before Padres Game

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing spent part of Thursday giving back to the community before the club's game against the San Diego Padres. The 25-year-old participated in a Storytime event through the Dodgers' annual LA Reads literacy initiative.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10

Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing under fire for his latest reckless slide

Dalton Rushing once again went Dalton Rushing during Tuesday’s game. The Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Rushing drew ire in the middle of his team’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25

Dalton Rushing had an embarrassing moment during ABS challenge

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing often demonstrates supreme confidence, but he was a little bit too confident on Sunday. Rushing had worked a 2-0 count during the second inning against the Milwaukee Brewers Sunday at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wis.