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Dodgers Release Right-Hander Matt Sauer After He Clears Waivers

The move followed a DFA to create a 40-man roster opening during a catcher injury crunch.

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DENVER, CO - AUGUST 21: Matt Sauer #64 of the Los Angeles Dodgers delivers a pitch in the seventh inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on August 21, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

Overview

  • Sauer is now a free agent who can sign for the remainder of the season but is not eligible for the 2025 postseason.
  • Los Angeles designated him for assignment to open a roster spot as injuries to catchers Will Smith and Dalton Rushing forced depth moves.
  • The 26-year-old logged 10 appearances for the Dodgers, including one start, posting a 6.37 ERA with 24 strikeouts over 29.2 innings.
  • A nine-run outing against the Padres on June 10 derailed a solid early run and limited his subsequent opportunities.
  • A 2017 second-round pick by the Yankees, he debuted with the Royals in 2024 via the Rule 5 draft, then signed a minor-league deal with the Dodgers, made their Tokyo Series roster, and shuttled between the majors and Triple-A Oklahoma City this year.