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Dodgers Re-Sign Catcher Chuckie Robinson to Minor-League Deal

The move gives Los Angeles experienced insurance behind Will Smith.

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 24: A view of a Los Angeles Dodgers baseball cap in the dugout during the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on April 24, 2024 in Washington, DC.
Sep 15, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Chuckie Robinson (52) runs toward first base after a bunt against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • Robinson, 31, rejoined the Dodgers on Thursday on a minor-league contract, according to the MiLB transactions log.
  • He was claimed by the Braves on September 21, then waived and outrighted after the season without appearing in a regular-season game for Atlanta before electing free agency.
  • The veteran appeared in one game for the 2025 Dodgers following a September call-up and otherwise played at Triple A Oklahoma City.
  • In Triple A with Oklahoma City, he hit .254/.337/.348 while starting 41 games at catcher and eight at designated hitter, per the transaction and team logs.
  • Los Angeles adds Robinson as depth behind starter Will Smith and expected primary backup Dalton Rushing; he carries a .131 batting average and .361 OPS in 52 MLB games and a .719 OPS with 69 home runs in the minors.