Los Angeles Dodgers They made one of the most particular movements in the current MLB offseasonafter acquiring the services of Ben Rortvedtwho signed a contract Big Leagues for 1.25 million dollars for the next campaign.
When it seemed that the receiver was going to occupy a space on the roster of the current champions, the Los Angeles franchise decided to place him on waivers, where he was immediately claimed by Cincinnati Redsaccording to analyst Kiley McDaniel’s report.
In this way, the organization of the Central Division of the National League managed to snatch a catcher from the current monarchs of the Majors and reinforce the receiving team to return to the Postseason in the upcoming edition of MLB.
Cincinnati Reds take catcher from Dodgers for 2026 season
The American catcher, who was eligible for salary arbitration, seemed to have a guaranteed spot on the Los Angeles roster, but finally the organization decided to open space and expose him to the training system. waiversan option that the Reds did not think twice about selecting him.
C Ben Rortvedt signed a $1.25 million big league deal with the Dodgers before being put on waivers, per source. He was arbitration eligible.
Rortvedt was claimed off waivers yesterday by the Reds.
— Kiley McDaniel (@kileymcd) November 13, 2025
The choice of Cincinnati represents an opportunity to Rortvedt to consolidate in the Big Leagues, taking into account the limited possibilities of doing so with the troops of Dave Robertswhich has as indisputable in that position Will Smithwho became a hero for the team to conquer their ninth title in history in the 2025 World Series.
Although he was not part of the final against Toronto Blue Jays, Rortvedt He will receive his championship ring, since he joined the team before the trade deadline expired in MLB 2025. In 18 games, the mask left a batting average of .224, one home run, four RBIs, 11 hits, seven runs scored and an on-base percentage (OBP) of .309 in 49 at-bats.
Tony Gonsolin rejects the Dodgers and leaves for free agency
In addition to the movement of the receiver, Consolin He did not accept being sent to the Minor Leagues and decided to become a free agent, looking for a new opportunity for any organization. the Majors. It should be noted that the pitcher had been placed on assignment by the Dodgers on November 6.
With the pitcher’s posture, the Angelenos said goodbye with an emotional message on social networks, where they expressed their gratitude and highlighted their three World Series titles and a selection to the All-Star Game as a member of the organization.
“Three-time World Series champion and 2022 National League All-Star. Thank you Tony for everything you have done for the team and congratulations on your many accomplishments!”the team said in its statement.
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