The Cincinnati Reds designated former Los Angeles Dodgers World Series champion catcher Ben Rortvedt for assignment Tuesday.
The Reds signed All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suarez to a one-year deal with a mutual option for 2027, and needed to make room on their roster.
Rortvedt came to the Dodgers at the trade deadline in 2025 as part of a three-team trade involving the Tampa Bay Rays and the Reds.
How Did Ben Rortvedt Contribute to the Dodgers in 2025?
After being sent to the Dodgers, Rortvedt quickly found himself with Triple-A Oklahoma City. He played 17 games with the Comets, posting a .