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Dave Roberts Reveals Dalton Rushing’s Role, Debut Date for Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers called up their top prospect from the last two seasons, Dalton Rushing, on Wednesday.

After designating Austin Barnes for assignment in a corresponding move, there was much debate as to where Rushing would play as he is primarily a catcher, but has experience in the outfield — a position in which the Dodgers could use some more depth at the moment.

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Roberts revealed that Rushing is going to get his first-career MLB start as the Dodgers’ catcher on Thursday.