# Dalton Rushing injury and recovery

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dalton-rushing-injury-and-recovery
> Updated: 2026-10-21T21:24:48.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing was activated from the 10-day injured list in late September 2026 following a flexor tendon injury. Although he returned to the roster, manager Dave Roberts noted he would be used primarily as a pinch-hitter because he remained unable to play defense for the remainder of the season.

By late October, Rushing underwent a hybrid internal brace procedure on his right elbow to address a damaged ligament caused by a partially torn UCL. The surgery is expected to sideline him from catching duties for approximately nine months, though he is anticipated to be ready to contribute as a hitter by the start of the 2027 season.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-21: Dalton Rushing undergoes right elbow surgery

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is undergoing right elbow surgery, which is expected to sideline him from catching for nine months.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dalton-rushing-undergoes-right-elbow-surgery

### 2026-09-24: Los Angeles Dodgers activate Dalton Rushing from injured list

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated catcher Dalton Rushing from the injured list, optioning Alex Freeland to Triple-A. Rushing will serve as a pinch-hitter in a final audition for a postseason roster spot.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/los-angeles-dodgers-activate-dalton-rushing-from-injured-list

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