Editorials

Examining The Various Options Available To The Dodgers Come September

Jose Peraza

PAGES: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4



Speed Camp

One of the more innovative ideas the front office has had is developing specialized pinch-runners. Two players, Edwin Drexler and Robbie Garvey, have been entering games late in order to provide value on the base paths.

Drexler, now playing with the Arizona League Dodgers, was with High-A Rancho Cucamonga earlier in the season, but stole just three of five bases before going back to rookie ball.

Garvey started the year with Rancho in the outfield, but made the switch during the season. He’s now with the Drillers, where he’s stolen 10 bases, but been caught seven times.

The player who may end up being perfect for this role is Jose Peraza. The 21-year-old infielder was acquired in the deadline deal with the Atlanta Braves and made his Major League debut with the Dodgers earlier this month.

With Oklahoma City, he’s hitting .289 and has stolen seven bases without being caught. Add to that the fact that he can play multiple defensive positions, is already on the 40-man roster and he becomes the perfect option.

Predictions

Garcia and Liberatore seem like locks from day one. Bolsinger appears to be a great fit as a swingman. Expect Peraza to stick with the club as the pinch-runner, adding more value as a utility man.

Frias and Peralta also figure to return when their healthy, though Frias’ removal from the 60-day DL means someone will be designated for assignment. If I had to bet on a top prospect coming up, I’d go with Jharel Cotton.

What do you think? Should the Dodgers give Seager and Urias a shot in September? Do the Dodgers have enough relief options on the farm? Let me know on Twitter (@JaredJMassey) and in the comments section below.

[divide]

Previous page 1 2 3 4

Staff Writer

Staff Writer features content written by our site editors along with our staff of contributing writers. Thank you for your readership.

6 Comments

  1. I would love to see Seager and Urias with the big club as soon as they can be added to the roster. I’m hoping Urias can bridge the gap to Jansen in the 9th and final frame. If he can pitch the 8th inning, I have faith in Kershaw and Grienke’s abilities to successfully pitch through the 7th, almost guaranteeing an automatic two wins to begin any series. I recall reading that Mattingly isn’t too interested in using Urias, however, which makes absolutely no sense whatsoever!

  2. I don’t understand why Mattingly refuses to bring up Seager and Urias immediately. Maybe he really is too stupid to manage a big league team!

    1. You really think Mattingly is making that decision? Please…..
      Just another BS reason for someone to bash Mattingly.

      1. I get that that ownership (or the front office) is primarily responsible for those decisions, but the comments have been attributed to him specifically. He is responsible for making in-game decisions, however, that affect the outcomes of games they’ve lost.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Back to top button