Dalton Rushing Joins Baseball Bar-B-Cast to Discuss Hitting and Dodgers

Dalton Rushing explained that hitting is an art form where he tries to 'play the game a little bit with the pitcher.' Through 10 plate appearances in 2026, he is batting .667 with a 2.367 OPS. He emphasized that his approach involves understanding the opponent's movements before they act and maintaining strict plate discipline.

The conversation also touched on the unique pressure of catching for the Dodgers' star-studded lineup. Rushing noted that the standard is on a different level, something outsiders may not fully comprehend. He shared how his preparation has evolved from lower minor league levels to the major leagues, focusing on matching up plans to avoid chasing bad pitches.