""I would say he didn't get used to it last year. He's getting used to it now. I think there's a little bit of trying to mentally adjust to playing two times a week.""
""Actually, I know he's in a better spot mentally to kind of handle this role, and it was good to see him have a huge night.""
Dalton Rushing has shown remarkable improvement in his performance as a backup catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2026, accumulating 0.6 WAR in just three games. This is a significant increase from his -0.1 WAR in 53 games last season. Rushing's success at the plate includes a 542 wRC+ and a batting line of .667/.700/1.667. Manager Dave Roberts noted Rushing's mental adjustment to his role, emphasizing the challenges of playing infrequently and the importance of simplifying his swing mechanics.
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