General manager Brandon Gomes says Rushing had little left to prove in Triple-A and “it was time to find out if he is ready for the big leagues,” while Austin Barnes’ declining defense

The Dodgers summoned the No. 16 prospect in baseball to catch twice per week. The rookie replaces a beloved veteran.

“This was certainly a tough conversation,” manager Dave Roberts said, per the outlet. “Austin is a Dodger for life. He helped us win the championship. Caught the last pitch in 2020, in the World Series, and he’s done a lot of great things in the community, for the Dodgers, for myself, personally.