Ex-Dodgers World Series Champion Cut After Less Than 3 Months With New Team
Summary
Ben Rortvedt, who recently helped the Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series, has been removed from the Cincinnati Reds' roster. The Reds designated Rortvedt for assignment after signing Eugenio Suarez, allowing them to trade or release Rortvedt.Key Facts
- The Cincinnati Reds claimed Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers on November 12, 2025.
- Rortvedt was removed from the Reds' roster less than three months later.
- The Reds signed a one-year, $15 million contract with player Eugenio Suarez.
- Rortvedt was designated for assignment, meaning the Reds can trade or release him in the next seven days.
- Rortvedt served as a backup catcher during the Dodgers' World Series win over the Toronto Blue Jays.
- He played his first four postseason games with the Dodgers last season.
- Rortvedt has played 227 Major League Baseball games and has a career batting record of .190/.279/.270.
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