Ben Rortvedt

The Reds claimed C Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

Rortvedt spent last season with the Rays and Dodgers. He will likely serve as the backup catcher for the Reds next season.

Ben Rortvedt is expected to be activated for Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

With Will Smith (hand) likely to miss the rest of the week, Rortvedt will serve as the Los Angeles Dodgers' backup catcher. Dalton Rushing is expected to get the majority of the starts. This season, Rortvedt has a slash line of .095/.186/.111 in 63 major league at-bats.

The Dodgers acquired C Ben Rortvedt as part of a three-team trade.

Fantasy Impact

Rortvedt cleared waivers back in late May after he was designated for assignment by the Rays. He'll provide the Dodgers with a depth option behind the plate.

The Rays sent Ben Rortvedt outright to Triple-A Durham.

Fantasy Impact

Rortvedt went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment. He will remain in the Rays organization.

The Rays designated C Ben Rortvedt for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

The move was reported on Tuesday and it is now official one day later. Rortvedt will hit waivers now.