New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- The Los Angeles Dodgers have brought back a familiar face to their catching depth, claiming Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds. In a corresponding move to clear space on the 40-man roster, the team designated left-handed reliever Anthony Banda for assignment. This latest twist in Rortvedt's offseason journey reunites him with the club just days before spring training begins.

Ben Rortvedt's path with the Los Angeles Dodgers has been anything but straightforward. Acquired in a three-team trade on July 31, 2025, while off the 40-man roster, the catcher stepped up big when injuries hit. With Will Smith sidelined by a broken hand and Dalton Rushing also out, Rortvedt started 15 of the Dodgers' final 21 regu...