Height
6'0"
Weight
220 lbs
Age
25
College
Louisville
Experience
1 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 53 | 0.20422535 | 4 | 24 | 0.5820082 | 0 | 29 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Dalton Rushing's $0.8M deal with the Dodgers earns a C+ CVI, reflecting reasonable value for a serviceable starter behind the plate in what appears to be a prove-it contract. The Dodgers are getting solid organizational depth at baseball's most demanding position for essentially league minimum, which makes sense given their competitive window and need for catching insurance behind Will Smith. While Rushing projects as a serviceable starter rather than an impact player, catchers with even modest offensive contributions carry premium value in today's market, and the short-term commitment gives both sides flexibility. The contract structure suggests the Dodgers view Rushing as a viable MLB option who could provide steady defense and adequate offense if pressed into regular duty. For a franchise consistently competing for championships, locking up positional depth at this price point represents prudent roster construction, even if Rushing's ceiling appears limited. This deal works primarily because of the minimal financial risk relative to the positional scarcity premium that quality catchers command.
Performance Analysis
Dalton Rushing grades as a solid performer among MLB catchers, earning a C+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.204 batting average and a 0.582 OPS (well below the league average of .720) this season. With 4 home runs and 24 RBI through 53 games (a 12-HR, 73-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. At 25, Dalton is a rookie filling a role on the Dodgers roster.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 4/5 | @ WAS | W 8-6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
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