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Dodgers Promote Top Prospect Dalton Rushing After DFA'ing Veteran Austin Barnes

Rushing shines in debut with a 2-for-4 performance as Dodgers prioritize roster flexibility for a tight NL West race.

Overview

  • The Dodgers designated longtime catcher Austin Barnes for assignment on May 14 to make room for Dalton Rushing, their top prospect and MLB's No. 15 overall prospect.
  • Dalton Rushing debuted on May 15, going 2-for-4 with a walk and three runs scored in a commanding 19-2 victory over the Athletics.
  • President Andrew Friedman cited the team's championship aspirations and Rushing's readiness as key factors in the decision to part ways with Barnes.
  • Manager Dave Roberts praised Rushing's poise, stating he 'didn't look like a player that was making his debut,' and highlighted his strong at-bats and strike zone control.
  • Rushing dedicated the ball from his first MLB hit to his mother, emphasizing the personal significance of his major league milestone.