Rushing Discusses Hitting Art, Dodgers Pressure

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing shared his hitting philosophy on the latest "Baseball Bar-B-Cast," emphasizing that hitting is about understanding pitchers and playing the game before they make their moves. The 27-year-old, who is batting .667 with a 2.367 OPS through 10 plate appearances in 2026, explained how his preparation differs at the big-league level compared to lower levels of baseball.

Rushing noted that while today's big-league hitters have extensive information about opposing pitchers, his approach has remained consistent: maintaining plate discipline and having a clear game plan to avoid swinging at pitches out of the zone while not missing pitches in the heart of the plate. He also addressed the unique pressure of catching for the Dodgers, acknowledging that the organization's standards are on a different level compared to other teams.