Dodgers designate Anthony Banda for assignment in exchange for Ben Rortvedt from the Reds.
Dodgers’ Roster Changes Near the Start of the Season This winter, the Dodgers have been grappling with a 40-man roster shortage. Friday marked a significant shift in the team’s lineup. Recently, free agent infielder Andy Ibáñez was placed on waivers by the Athletics after being designated for assignment earlier this week. The Dodgers quickly responded […]
Former Yankee Ben Rortvedt taking on surprising World Series path with Dodgers
Ben Rotvedt’s Surprising Journey with the Dodgers TORONTO — There’s been this running joke that Ben Rotvedt didn’t really exist, at least not during most of his time with the Yankees. But there he was Friday night, standing in the Dodgers’ first base line for the pregame ceremony before Game 1 of the World Series. […]
Former Yankee Ben Rortvedt off to quick start for Rays
PETERSBURG, Fla. — Ben Rotvedt saw the writing on the wall near the end of spring training: His time with the Yankees was almost up. As long as Jose Trevino and Austin Wells are healthy, they will be the catchers the Yankees bring north, and with Rohltvedt being out of minor league options, he was […]
Yankees acquire Jon Berti, trade Ben Rortvedt in three-way deal
HOUSTON — The Yankees have found some infield insurance. On the eve of Opening Day, the Yankees acquired utility infielder John Barty from the Marlins in a three-way trade, sending catcher Ben Rohrtvedt to the Rays and outfield prospect John Cruz to Miami, the Post reported. Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman confirmed it. Wednesday. Berti, […]