Rortvedt & Feduccia Set as Dodgers' Catching Duo in Chicago
LA's beat reporter confirms the two backstops are on-site and will handle catching duties for the foreseeable future.
Dodgers beat reporter Fabian Ardaya reports that Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia are in Chicago and will serve as the team's catching tandem going forward. The pairing suggests a notable change at the catcher position, likely tied to an injury or roster move involving the previous starter. No specific timeline was given, but the language implies this is more than a one-game arrangement.
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