With Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star catcher Will Smith's return uncertain ahead of the postseason , manager Dave Roberts selected Ben Rortvedt to be his primary catcher. Smith won't be making a full recovery ahead of the Dodgers' postseason run, forcing the team for an alternative starting catcher before the playoffs.

Roberts announced his decision amidst his update on Smith's uncertain return date on Saturday, per The Athletic's Fabian Ardaya.

“Ben Rortvedt will receive “the lion’s share” of starts behind the plate in Smith’s absence,” Ardaya reported from Roberts.

Since joining the Dodgers via trade, Rortvedt is batting .294 with a .721 OPS, and a .368 OBP in 13 games, remaining a bright spot on a full-time basis since September 4. He went 1-for-3 in the Dodgers' 2-1 victory a

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