Kevin Pillar believes the 'us vs the world' White Sox can win the division
Kevin Pillar had reservations about joining the White Sox due to negative perception but was convinced of a positive change after conversations with the new management.
The White Sox, with talent akin to World Series contenders, failed to meet expectations in the past, but Pillar is optimistic about the team's potential.
Braves News: Spring Training invites, Kevin Pillar to White Sox, and more
The Atlanta Braves have extended 23 non-roster invites for their Spring Training, including top prospect Hurston Waldrep and former Astros closer Ken Giles.
Outfielder Kevin Pillar has signed a minor league deal with the Chicago White Sox, potentially earning $3M if he reaches the major leagues.
Braves News: Travis d'Arnaud homers twice, MLB Pipeline mock draft, and more
The Atlanta Braves won their fourth consecutive game on Friday evening after defeating the Colorado Rockies 8-1.The Braves jumped in front in the first inning, courtesy of a wild pitch which was followed by Travis d'Arnaud's first home run of the night.(Yes, first.)d'Arnaud cranked another two-run bomb in the third inning to extend the Braves' lead.
The Braves came into this game with a potential problem.The bullpen had pitched a lot of innings in Wednesday's doubleheader in Detroit, and given that AJ Smith-Shawver was slated to make just his second career start, there was the potential for a conflagration of sorts on the mound.But, one scare aside, nothing really played out that way.
The Atlanta Braves roared back from a four-run deficit to beat the Detroit Tigers 10-7 in the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader.Spencer Strider came in looking to bounce back from a rough start against the Mets in his last outing.His afternoon didn't really go that way, though, as Spencer Torkelson took him deep in the first inning to give Detroit a 1-0 lead.
Kevin Pillar in left, Eddie Rosario at DH for Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader
The Atlanta Braves will look to get back on track following last night's rain-out as they will take on the Detroit Tigers in a Wednesday doubleheader.Spencer Strider will get the start on the mound for Atlanta in Game 1 while Detroit will go with Michael Lorenzen.Atlanta will go with the planned lineup from last night in the opener with Kevin Pillar in left field and Eddie Rosario as the DH.
Marcell Ozuna is out of the Atlanta Braves ' lineup for Tuesday after he was hit by a pitch in Monday's game.X-rays came back negative, but he later visited a hospital for further examination.There have been no further updates and likely won't be until Brian Snitker's pregame media session.With Ozuna out of the lineup, Eddie Rosario will handle DH duties with Kevin Pillar getting a start in left field.
Tests negative, Marcell Ozuna day-to-day after hit by pitch
Tests on Marcell Ozuna's hand all came back negative and he is day-to-day according to a report by Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Ozuna was hit in the hand leading off the fourth inning of Monday's 6-5 loss.He was replaced by Travis d'Arnaud in the fifth inning.Marcell Ozuna said all of his tests came back negative.
Albies bats cleanup and d'Arnaud replaces Murphy against the lefty Gore
Travis d'Arnaud gets the nod at catcher, while Albies bats cleanup, getting to bat right-handed against the left-handed Gore.Ozuna starts at DH again and Kevin PIllar replaces Eddie Rosario for the platoon swap.The Nationals shuffled the bottom of their lineup, as Michael Chavis replaces Dominic Smith at first, Riley Adams replaces Keibert Ruiz at catcher, Ildemaro Vargas replaces CJ Abrams at shortstop, and Stone Garrett replaces Corey Dickerson in left field.
Braves vs Nationals Final Score: Acuna powers 6-3 win against Washington
In search of a series win and a seventh straight win overall, the Braves turned to a second straight rookie starting pitcher, this time Jared Shuster.The game did not start ideally for Shuster, as he gave up a triple that just eluded Ronald Acuna's glove.A near homer turned into a sac fly as Michael Harris made a nice play to catch it against the wall.
Braves fade quietly in frustrating series loss to Athletics
The Atlanta Braves are now one game away from getting swept by the Oakland Athletics.With help from an error on a ground ball from Austin Riley, the A's picked up their second straight win after having lost 11 straight games, with both wins coming against the Braves.This was another night where it ended up turning into The Bryce Elder Show on the mound despite his overall stuff not being obviously imposing.
Kevin Pillar gets the nod in left field for Braves against Athletics
The lineups for tonight's middle game between the Atlanta Braves and the Oakland Athletics have been revealed.Both teams have decided to go with one new face in the lineup and very few changes outside of that.So here's how the Braves are looking for tonight's contest: The Braves are going with Kevin Pillar as their left fielder for tonight's game.
Both Bryces great, but Braves pull away late for 6-2 win
Did you know it was Bryce Elder's birthday today?I didn't, which is kind of shameful for someone who touted the Battle of the Bryces across a few different posts in preparation for tonight's game.No matter, though: said Battle lived up to its billing, as Bryces Elder and Miller impressed on the mound.
Braves break out of slump in 12-0 beatdown of Rangers
While tonight's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Texas Rangers may not have had anything to do with what transpired over the weekend in Canada, it sure was gratifying to see the Braves snap their losing streak in such dominant fashion.Atlanta poured on the punishment at Globe Life Field, as the offensive explosion led to a comprehensive 12-0 shutout victory over the Rangers.
A frustrating series ended in frustrating fashion Sunday as the Atlanta Braves suffered a walk-off, 6-5 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays.The Braves did not take long to get things going offensively as Ronald Acuna Jr. launched a lead off home run into the second deck off of Blue Jays starter Yusei Kikuchi.
The Atlanta Braves' offense came alive Wednesday night with a 14-6 win over the Miami Marlins.The game was filled with plenty of offensive fireworks throughout, but it was also a game filled with a couple of unfortunate injuries as well.Atlanta came out swinging early as they jumped on Miami's Braxton Garrett in the second inning.
Matt Olson continues to mash as Braves blank Red Sox in spring action
Matt Olson continued to mash during what's been an incredibly productive spring training for the veteran first baseman.This time, Olson put on a show when it came to power as he clubbed two dingers in a spring victory for the Atlanta Braves over the Boston Red Sox.Olson wasted no time getting going in this one.
Predicting the Dodgers' 2022 postseason roster - Dodgers Digest
Everyone with any association with the Dodgers - players, coaches, executives, ownership, fans - are just waiting for Oct. 11, which is when they'll host the first game of the 2022 National League Division Series.
Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Blue Jays, Astros squeak by
The Yankees and Rays put on a show this weekend, playing three consecutive barnburners, though the Yankees unfortunately dropped the finale to split the four-game series.There were some other great games in the AL on Sunday, with a couple games settled by one run, and one featuring a walk-off.Just as a thriller went down in the Bronx, so too did the Braves and Jays play a great contest in Toronto.
The Yankees waited until the last minute to manage it, but they pulled out a win yesterday against the Rays and put themselves in position to win their first series against the current rulers of the AL East.Every game is going to be crucial with the hole that they've dug themselves into, especially given how crowded the competition around them is.
Travis d'Arnaud behind the plate, Austin Riley hitting fourth Sunday against Blue Jays
The Atlanta Braves will look to get the bats going to avoid the sweep in Sunday's series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays.The Braves will go with a bullpen game with Collin McHugh getting the start.Toronto will go with left-hander Yusei Kikuchi.Brian Snitker will shake up Sunday's lineup.Ozzie Albies moves into the third spot in the order while Austin Riley drops to fourth.
Jansen rallies Blue Jays past Atlanta with 2-run single to complete 3-game sweep | CBC Sports
Danny Jansen didn't mind that the chilly, windy conditions at Rogers Centre on Sunday were not favourable for an ice bath because the post-game dunking by his teammates meant he did something exceptional.Jansen's walk-off two-run single in the ninth inning gave the Blue Jays a 6-5 come-from-behind win and a series sweep against the Atlanta Braves.
The Braves failed to sweep the Marlins after the boys with a splash of teal in their uniforms reeled off a five-run ninth last Thursday, but this Thursday, the bullpen slammed the door after Dylan Dodd's terribly bizarre (or bizarrely terrible) start.Thanks to early runs and homers from Marcell Ozuna and Matt Olson, the Braves barely trailed and largely coasted to their third straight win.
The Atlanta Braves will look to take the series in tonight's match-up against the Miami Marlins.Kyle Wright will get the start on the mound for the Braves while Braxton Garrett gets the starting nod for Miami.Kevin Pillar also makes his return to the lineup as he gets the start in Left Field.First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET and can be seen on Bally Sports South.
The Atlanta Braves will look to keep the bats hot against the Marlins as they will go for the series win in tonight's N.L.East showdown.Kyle Wright will get the start for Atlanta while the Marlins will counter with lefty Braxton Garrett.The Braves will stick with their normal grouping.Vaughn Grissom moves up to the sixth spot in the order.
ATL 14, MIA 6; Braves chop up Braxton Garrett, Marlins
This quickly became one of those games that you want to forget about and move on from.But when all was said and done, the Marlins showed some encouraging signs, and there are plenty of interesting things to look at in this game.Here is the good, the bad, and the ugly (NOT in chronological order).The Good The offense showed up for small stretches in this game and gave us something to look forward to once these Braves leave town.
RECAP: MIA 5, ATL 4; Bats come alive in the 9th to beat the Braves in series finale
ATLANTA-A pitching duel between Braxton Garrett and Kyle Wright was interrupted by Mother Nature after 3 innings.The Braves took firm control coming out of the 3-hour rain delay by scoring 4 in the 5th.The Marlins took their time getting back in game mode, but when they did, it was spectacular.A 5-run, 9th-inning rally put them on top to beat the Braves, 5-4, and avoid a series sweep.
Marlins, trailing 4-0 in ninth, cap winning rally with Cooper double, avoid sweep in soggy Atlanta
Garrett Cooper came through with a two-out, two-run double that capped a stunning five-run ninth inning by the Miami Marlins, who avoided a sweep with a 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves in a game delayed more than three hours Thursday by inclement weather.Kyle Wright and four relievers held Miami scoreless until the ninth, but the Marlins overcame a 4-0 deficit against Braves closer A.J. Minter.
Everything one needed to know about Mets-Braves games seemed to be on display in the bottom of the first inning of Monday afternoon's doubleheader opener at Citi Field.We reached the part where the heartaches come pretty early.Atlanta was already ahead, 3-0, with the Braves' additional top-flight catcher Sean Murphy - because harboring a vengeful Travis d'Arnaud wasn't enough - having taken Mets starter Denyi Reyes deep in the top of the frame.
Murphy, Acuna power Braves past Mets 9-8 in DH opener | amNewYork
Note: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links, Schneps Media may earn a commission.Jerry Beach, Associated Press Posted on May 1, 2023 New York Mets catcher Tomas Nido, left, looks on as Atlanta Braves' Sean Murphy, right, celebrates his three run homer with teammates during the seventh inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader at Citi Field, Monday, May 1, 2023, in New York.
Ronald Acuña Jr. left the second game of Monday's doubleheader in the first inning after he was hit by a pitch from New York's Tylor Megill.The third pitch of the game hit Acuña up in the left shoulder area.After stumbling away, Acuña went down and appeared to be in a lot of pain.
Sean Murphy homers twice as Braves hold on for 9-8 win over the Mets
Sean Murphy homered twice to help the Atlanta Braves secure a 9-8 win in Game 1 of Monday's doubleheader against the New York Mets.As has been the trend for most of the season, the Braves got off to a fast start.Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson led off the game with singles.After Austin Riley popped out, Sean Murphy connected on his seventh home run of the season to give Atlanta an early 3-0 lead.
Eddie Rosario at DH, Kevin Pillar in left for Braves in Game 1 of twin bill against Mets
The Atlanta Braves will look to take two today as they will continue their series against the New York Mets in a Monday doubleheader.Spencer Strider will get the start on the mound for the first game as he looks to continue his stellar start to the season.The Mets will go with Denyi Reyes to start a bullpen game.
Braves strike just in time, wipe away Mets in rain-shortened, five-inning game, 4-0
It wasn't a particularly good night for baseball in Queens, but the Braves nonetheless prevailed in a very rain-shortened contest by a 4-0 score, starting their four-game set against the division rivals off on a soggy-but-still-good (like french fries, sometimes, I guess) note.Most of this game wasn't really fun to watch, probably for fans of either side, and I can't imagine it was all that much fun to sit at the ballpark or actually play in it, either.
Sean Murphy at DH, Kevin Pillar in center as Braves wrap up series against Marlins
The Atlanta Braves are scheduled to wrap up a four-game series against the Miami Marlins Thursday afternoon, weather permitting.If they are able to find a window to get this one in, it will by Kyle Wright on the mound for the Braves against Marlins lefty Braxton Garrett.The Braves will roll out most of their regulars for Thursday's finale.
The Atlanta Braves carried a four-run lead into the ninth only to watch the bullpen give it away in a 5-4 loss to the Miami Marlins.Kyle Wright allowed the leadoff man to reach in each of the first three innings, but he was able to keep them stranded.Garrett Hampson led off the third with a single to center and moved up to second on a wild pitch.
The Atlanta Braves officially released their Opening Day roster Thursday morning prior to their season opener against the Washington Nationals.No real surprises amongst the group as most of the difficult decisions were laid out a week or so ago.As expected, Atlanta selected the contracts of infielder Ehire Adrianza, pitchers Jesse Chavez and Jared Shuster, and outfielder Kevin Pillar.
Spring Training stats review: Which Braves' players stood out?
Disclaimer: This post was written with Spring Training stats through Saturday's games.Since then, Eddie Rosario hit a few homers, Sean Murphy hit a homer, and there's probably some other stuff that might slightly change the conclusions herein, but probably not that much.Make whatever mental adjustments you feel are warranted accordingly.
The Atlanta Braves will have their final split squad action of the Grapefruit League season Saturday with a home and home matchup against the Minnesota Twins.Max Fried will get the start for the game in North Port, while Kyle Wright will pitch for the squad in Fort Myers.Most of Atlanta's regulars are in the lineup for the home game at CoolToday Park.
Kyle Wright debuts, Vaughn Grissom collects three hits as Braves beat Rays
Vaughn Grissom had three hits while Matt Olson homered again to help the Atlanta Braves grab a 6-5 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.Kyle Wright made his spring debut and retired Yandy Diaz and Wander Franco before allowing a solo home run to Brandon Lowe on a 3-0 pitch.He then allowed a single to Harold Ramirez, but got Manuel Margot to ground out to avoid any more damage.
Arcia homers as Braves Dodd-er along, beat Phillies 5-1
On a day where Braves fandom underwent a series of paroxysms regarding the possibility that the shortstop competition playing out this spring was between Vaughn Grissom and Braden Shewmake, it was the other shortstop on the roster, Orlando Arcia, that went and had himself a big game.Dylan Dodd, meanwhile, continued to do what he's done all spring, and cruised through a backup-laden Philadelphia lineup en route to a 5-1 Braves win.
Spencer Strider struck out eight, but the Atlanta Braves came up short in a 7-2 loss to the Houston Astros Wednesday afternoon at CoolToday Park.Strider's day got off to an unfortunate start.Kennedy Corona reached on a slow roller that was just out of the reach of Strider for an infield single.Strider then struck out the next two hitters, but then just missed with a 3-2 pitch to Cesar Salazar for a walk.
Ozzie Albies, Ehire Adrianza homer as Braves blowout Phillies
The Atlanta Braves jumped out to an early lead and never looked back in a 15-5, Grapefruit League win over the Philadelphia Phillies.The bats came alive early for the Braves in the first as Marcell Ozuna doubled off the top of the wall in center, bringing home Ozzie Albies and Vaughn Grissom for an early 2-0 lead.
Braves vs. Pirates Spring Training Game Thread, 3/12/23
The Atlanta Braves will continue their Grapefruit League slate Sunday when they make the trip to Bradenton for a matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates.Jared Shuster will get the starting nod Sunday as he looks to continue a stellar spring.He has seen action in two games where he has tossed five scoreless innings.
2023 PECOTA Projections: Dodgers Win NL West & Score Most Runs In Baseball
The 2023 PECOTA projections from Baseball Prospectus have the Los Angeles Dodgers remaining National League West champions by going 97-65 to finish ahead of the San Diego Padres, trailing only the New York Yankees (99-63) for the best record and scoring the most runs in baseball this season.PECOTA anticipates the Dodgers' biggest threat in the NL coming from the New York Mets, who are projected to have a 97-65 record as well.
Dave Roberts Believes Dodgers Prospects & Young Players Will Provide Energy
The Los Angeles Dodgers roster underwent significant turnover during the offseason as Hanser Alberto, Tyler Anderson, Cody Bellinger, Joey Gallo, Andrew Heaney, Tommy Kahnle, Craig Kimbrel, Chris Martin, Kevin Pillar, Justin Turner and Trea Turner all signed with different teams in free agency.Of the group, Bellinger and the two Turners arguably had the biggest impact on the Dodgers in recent seasons.
The Opener: Pham, Lefty Relief Market, Righty Bats
With a little over two months until Opening Day, here's three things we'll be keeping an eye on throughout the day today around the baseball world: 1. Pham/Mets deal to be made official Shortly after reports of 's one-year, $6MM agreement with the Mets came in yesterday, USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported that the signing will be made official today.
Yadier Alvarez, Keone Kela, Omar Estevez & Jason Martin Among Dodgers Minor League Free Agents
The Los Angeles Dodgers had 18 Minor League players file for free agency, including former top prospect Yadier Alvarez, and multiple others with Major League experience.Along with Alvarez, those who elected to become Minor League free agents are Keone Kela, Hansel Robles, Guillermo Zuniga, Sam Gaviglio, Parker Curry, Jon Duplantier, Jose Adames, Daniel Zamora, Tony Wolters, Tomás Telis, Hamlet Marte, Andy Burns, Omar Estevez, Abiatal Avelino, Leonel Valera, Stefen Romero and Jason Martin.
Predictions Continue To Fly In Surrounding The Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani
The money left on the table for the Dodgers is a driving force for why some believe the team will make a heavy push for Shohei Ohtani, who currently is on contract with the Angels through 2023 and will be owed $30 million.Of course, LA will be linked to just about everyone this winter, so buckle up.
The Atlanta Braves will head to Tropicana Field Friday for a Grapefruit League matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays.Ian Anderson will get the start for Atlanta while Tampa will go with lefty Jeffrey Springs.Anderson will be making his third appearance of the spring and will be looking to build off of a good outing last time out.
Braves at Yankees Spring Training Game Thread, 2/26/2023
After yesterday's bizarre-yet-fitting tie in a home game at North Port, the Braves head down to Tampa to take on the Yankees.Bryce Elder will draw the start for the Braves, while Clarke Schmidt will open for New York.After using most of their regulars in Saturday's opener, the Braves will roll out a lineup featuring mostly reserves and roster hopefuls Sunday.
Elder, Elledge have 2023 debuts to forget as Braves fall 7-0 to Yankees
Yesterday's Braves Spring Training opener was very eventful, ending in a never-before-seen way.Today's Braves Spring Training game was, well... a lot more forgettable.Bryce Elder drew the start, and gave up a grand slam to Jose Trevino before recording an out.Three not-particularly-well-hit grounders loaded the bases for the Yankees to start the bottom of the first, and Trevino promptly unloaded them on a 2-0 get-me-over sinker.
The Atlanta Braves will head to Fort Myers Tuesday where they will take on the Minnesota Twins in Grapefruit League action.Ian Anderson will make his spring debut for Atlanta as he tries to lock down a spot in the rotation for Opening Day.Tyler Mahle will make his first start of the spring for the Twins.
The Atlanta Braves are back in action Thursday with split squad games against Puerto Rico's World Baseball Classic team and the Toronto Blue Jays.Max Fried will get the start in North Port against Puerto Rico while Spencer Strider will make the trip to Dunedin to take on Toronto.The Braves will roll out most of their regulars for the home game.
Ian Anderson gets lit up, Vaughn Grissom is perfect as Braves lose Spring Training slugfest to Twins, 10-7
After a problematic 2022 that saw him get sent down to the minors, this afternoon's drubbing at the hands of the Minnesota Twins was probably not the outing Ian Anderson wanted to have.Let's get the ugly out of the way first: whether Anderson was trying to get outs, or just working on stuff, or even messing around, things went south on the scoreboard.
Some impressive pitching performances and some timely hitting helped the Atlanta Braves to a 6-2, spring training win over the New York Mets Thursday in Port St. Lucie.The Braves got on the scoreboard in the second against Mets starter Carlos Carrasco.Kevin Pillar worked a leadoff walk and then scored on a two-run home run by Eli White.
After Shuise control, Braves have game to forget in 10-2 Spring Training loss to Red Sox
On Tuesday night, the Braves fell 10-2 to the Red Sox in a Spring Training game in North Port, FL.Let's put it this way: this is the sort of game that makes you glad it's a Spring Training game, if you actually bothered to watch the whole thing.Of course, the various performances herein weren't necessarily players giving their best efforts to win, as it's Spring Training and everyone's got things to work on and try to implement during live game action, but still, this was a pretty brutal game after the first few innings.
Miguel Rojas To Wear No. 11 With Dodgers, But 'Will Never Forget' No. 72
The Los Angeles Dodgers shored up their infield depth with a trade that brought Miguel Rojas over from the Miami Marlins, giving them the defensive option they sorely needed up the middle.The veteran is coming off of a down season in which hit .237/.282/.324with a 73 wRC+, amassing a 1.2 fWAR over 140 games.
There's a Reason Miguel Rojas Wants to Wear Number 11
The last time Miguel Rojas suited up for the Dodgers, he wore number 72 as a 25-year-old rookie in 2014.He was the first player ever to wear 72 in Dodger blue, and he's still one of only two - Travis d'Arnaud also wore 72 for his one plate appearances in 2019.Rojas won't be wearing 72 in 2023, though.
Dodgers: Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Clayton Kershaw and More Share The Holiday Spirit
Merry Christmas, Dodgers fans!We hope you had a wonderful holiday if you celebrate, and we hope you had a wonderful regular day if you don't.Several of the Boys in Blue took to social media to share their Christmas photos, and we thought we'd share those with you here.First up, seasons greetings from Clayton, Ellen, Cali, Charley, Cooper, and Chance Kershaw.
The MLB is officially in the off-season now.Last night was the final game of the 2022 season, and some teams may be looking a little different entering the 2023 campaign.That includes the Dodgers; Los Angeles has a ton of question marks in the off-season, and we'll be getting some answers soon.131 players have officially become free agents in the major leagues, and ten of those are LA's very own.
Familiar Faces Will be Spotted at Dodger Stadium This Weekend
As the Dodgers prepare for their NLDS matchup against either the Mets or Padres beginning on Tuesday, they'll begin full-team workouts at Dodger Stadium this afternoon.
About a decade ago, a notably younger baseball fan version of myself was irrationally annoyed by Kevin Pillar."What do you mean, Kevin Millar?There's already a Kevin Millar that retired fewer than five years ago.There are just way too many Kevins."Well, bad news for 2013 me, as Kevin P illar is coming to the Braves.
Braves News: Atlanta signs Kevin Pillar, Baseball America top 100
The Braves made one of their bigger transactions of the offseason on Wednesday.That isn't to say that signing Kevin Pillar to a minor league deal is a big move, but that if he does make the opening day roster, he would get more money than any other free agent signing by the organization this offseason.
Dodgers Free Agency Rumors: Trea Turner Extended Qualifying Offer For 2023
Trea Turner is officially a free agent for the first time in his career, and as one of the top players on the market, he will draw interest from many teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers.Turner is only able to negotiate with the Dodgers until free agency fully opens at 2 p.m. PT on Thursday, which is also the deadline for clubs to issue the qualifying offer to any eligible players.
Dodgers Free Agent Rumors: Kevin Pillar Signs With Braves
Among the various moves the Los Angeles Dodgers made last year to fill out their organizational depth was signing Kevin Pillar to a Minor League contract with a non-roster invite to Spring Training.Although Pillar spent the 2021 season with the New York Mets and was facing long odds to make the Dodgers' roster, he believed joining the team would aid his career longevity.
2022 Los Angeles Dodgers Player Reviews: Kevin Pillar
Prior to the 2022 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers signed Kevin Pillar to a Minor League contract as an insurance policy and to provide them with veteran depth within the organization.Playing baseball for Chaminade High School in West Hills, Calif., and growing up in the San Fernando Valley, meant the local ties to the Dodgers were important to Pillar and the full circle of his Major League Baseball career.
Dodgers Minor League Free Agent Jason Martin Close To Signing With KBO Team
After the Los Angeles Dodgers bench struggled to consistently produce during the 2021 season, the team signed Jake Lamb, Jason Martin and others to Minor League contracts.Manager Dave Roberts spoke highly of Eddy Alvarez and Martin during Spring Training this year, crediting them for raising the level of the Dodgers bench.
Dodgers News: Danny Duffy Contract Option Will Be Declined
Prior to the Los Angeles Dodgers completing a blockbuster trade to add Max Scherzer and Trea Turner from the Washington Nationals at the deadline in 2021, they addressed their pitching need by acquiring Danny Duffy in a smaller deal with the Kansas City Royals.Duffy was on the 10-day injured list at the time because of a left flexor tendon strain but the Dodgers were optimistic he would contribute during the second half of the season.
Dodgers News: Beau Burrows Added To 40-Man Roster, Jacob Amaya Transferred To 60-Day Injured List
The Los Angeles Dodgers selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Beau Burrows from Triple-A Oklahoma City and recalled shortstop Jacob Amaya before placing him on the 60-day injured list.
Dodgers Injury Update: Kevin Pillar Starts Hitting Program
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been without Kevin Pillar since June 1 after he sustained a fractured left shoulder during the series finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Jimmy Nelson Feels 'Unfinished Business' With Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers made an upside play on Jimmy Nelson prior to the 2020 season, which didn't pan out as he suffered a back injury during Spring Training that ultimately required season-ending surgery.