Mets Acquire Former World Series Champion on Waivers
Summary
The New York Mets acquired catcher Ben Rortvedt from the Los Angeles Dodgers through waivers. Rortvedt will compete for a backup catcher position in the Mets. They made room for him by placing a pitcher on the injured list.Key Facts
- The New York Mets got Ben Rortvedt, a catcher, from the Los Angeles Dodgers via waivers.
- To add Rortvedt, the Mets moved pitcher Dedniel Nuñez to the 60-day injured list.
- Rortvedt played 44 games last season, split between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Dodgers.
- Rortvedt's offensive performance was lower last season, with a .445 OPS.
- He was claimed by the Cincinnati Reds before returning to the Dodgers earlier this year.
- At the Mets, Rortvedt will compete for a backup catcher spot alongside Luis Torrens and others.
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