Dodgers Weigh Catcher Trade | Cincinnati Reds News

The Dodgers are in a catcher crisis as All-Star Will Smith remains sidelined with a neck injury, now on the 60-day IL. Dalton Rushing has stepped up but can’t be the sole answer. Enter Tyler Stephenson — a solid, blocking catcher on an expiring deal — who could form a platoon with Rushing and provide insurance if Smith’s recovery drags on. The catch? The Dodgers might have to ship promising outfielder Ryan Ward to Cincinnati, a trade that could accelerate Ward’s career. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6f7d4c99d9b6962e