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Dodgers activate Dalton Rushing, option Alex Freeland

The Los Angeles Dodgers reinstated Dalton Rushing from the injured list on Friday, hoping to evaluate the catcher for a potential left-handed pinch-hitting role in the upcoming postseason. Rushing missed significant time due to a partially torn UCL in his right elbow and subsequent setbacks during throwing drills, limiting his playing time over the final weeks of the regular season.

Manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the difficulty of evaluating Rushing for a playoff roster spot given his limited recent action. To clear space on the roster, the club optioned Alex Freeland to Triple-A Oklahoma City, a move that makes the infielder ineligible for the Division Series roster.

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