"Edman, 30, joined the Dodgers in a three-team trade with the White Sox and Cardinals last year. In 123 regular season games since then, Edman has slashed .231/.285/.403 with 18 homers, nine steals, and a 17.9% strikeout rate in 485 plate appearances. That's good for only a wRC+ of 90, although it's worth noting that Edman hit .328/.354/.508 during the Dodgers' World Series run last year and even earned NLCS MVP honors for his work against the Mets."
"The switch-hitter was signed to an extension during the offseason that guaranteed him $74MM over five seasons. That might seem like a hefty price to pay for a player who is typically below average offensively, but Edman makes up for his less than impactful bat by being a Gold Glove caliber defender capable of playing virtually any position on the diamond."
Tommy Edman is being activated from the injured list and rookie Justin Dean was optioned to Triple-A to open a roster spot. Edman hit .231/.285/.403 with 18 homers and nine steals in 485 plate appearances this season, registering a 90 wRC+. He produced strong offense during the Dodgers' World Series run last year and earned NLCS MVP honors. Edman signed a five-year, $74 million extension and provides elite defensive versatility across infield and outfield positions. Recent ankle injuries limited his availability, and his return affects playing time for younger teammates.
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