SAN DIEGO — The Dodgers began to strategy Tuesday’s Commerce Deadline attempting so as to add impression gamers on each side of the ball.
With asking costs across the league nonetheless at uncomfortable ranges for the group, the entrance workplace pivoted into including depth items that would begin to fill a number of the holes left behind by accidents and inconsistencies.
TRADE DETAILSDodgers obtain: INF Amed RosarioRays obtain: Triple-A RHP Michael Flynn
Rosario is having a strong season on the plate, hitting .307 with two homers, 17 doubles and a .748 OPS in 264 at-bats. The 28-year-old Dominican has at all times had success towards left-handed pitching in his profession, and that has been no completely different this season with a .789 OPS towards southpaws.
Getting alternatives within the infield towards lefties is the place Rosario suits on the Dodgers’ roster. With Miguel Rojas, Mookie Betts and Max Muncy all out for not less than a pair extra weeks with their respective accidents, the Dodgers have been on the lookout for extra infield depth.
Edman, whom they acquired from the Cardinals, will get nearly all of his taking part in time in heart subject however may also fill in at shortstop, second base and third base. In opposition to lefties, Rosario may also play each center infield spots, and he spent a while taking part in proper subject with the Rays this season.
Rosario is accustomed to Dodger Stadium, as nicely. He was acquired by the Dodgers in a commerce with Cleveland on July 26, 2023, posting a .709 OPS and three homers in 48 video games earlier than being left off the Dodgers’ Nationwide League Division Collection roster.
Whereas including Rosario offers the Dodgers depth on the position-player aspect, the shocking choice to designate Yarbrough for project leaves Los Angeles and not using a lengthy arm within the bullpen.
The veteran left-hander posted a 3.74 ERA over 67 1/3 innings this season, however had some latest struggles over the past couple of weeks, largely partially to a heavy workload.
The Dodgers have till Tuesday’s 3. p.m. Deadline to work out a commerce for Yarbrough.
