Dodgers Rumors: Alex Guerrero May Be Willing To Waive Clause
It’s been one of the more interesting seasons for Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Alex Guerrero in 2015.
The Cuban native made the team out of the spring, when many believed he might not, and worked his way into the starting lineup after a strong showing early on in the season. In the first month of the season, Guerrero was hitting over .400 with five home runs and was even named National League Rookie of the Month. His production at the plate got his name in the lineup at third base, and began to push Juan Uribe to become expendable before he was eventually traded.
Since then, Justin Turner has taken over the everyday duties at third base, Alberto Callaspo, who was acquired in the Uribe deal, has become the backup at third, and Guerrero has seen his role become pinch-hitter and occasional spot start in left field. Some believed the Dodgers could trade Guerrero or put him in a package for a starting pitcher; however, he has a clause in his contract that allows him to opt out of his deal if traded by the Dodgers.
According toESPN’s Mark Saxon, Guerrero might be willing to help the Dodgers if it means being traded:
There is one solution to the dilemma. Guerrero is frustrated enough with his lack of playing time — just eight at-bats in July — that he would consider removing the contract clause if the Dodgers or a team trading for him paid him to do so, according to a source.
Removing the clause would basically aid the Dodgers in dealing Guerrero and aid Guerrero in being traded to a team that can offer more playing time. While the 28-year-old has been a model citizen, he was very open about accepting a trade and focusing on his future in the league.
The July 31 trade deadline is rapidly approaching and that could mean we see Alex Guerrero in another uniform.
For God’s sake let him play third every day!!!
Turner HAS been very good at the plate, and just as good in the field. Dodgers need to trade Guerrero NOW…….He should offer to waive, but say that he will waive that clause if he’s traded somewhere that he will “play every day”. Too bad that Mattingly doesn’t like him……but at this point, I think he WANTS to go somewhere else because of the way they have treated him, and I can’t blame him.
The bottom line here is they bought Olivera’s contract and he has been practicing at third. They are not moving Kendrick. Ethier has proven to be a starting Outfielder and a very good defensive LF or RF. In my mind Guererro is behind SVS so if they can get anyone of value I say do it. He is a very good player there just isn’t any room on the roster for him. It is a nice problem to have. Heck the Angels could use him they need a solid bat although they are looking for a lefty.
Exactly what I told my brother they were doing by not playing him.
Okay…They’ve been grooming not only Olivera at third base. But Seager, as well, has been getting action at third base. What are they going to do with Turner? As of now he’s one the best hitters on the team….If not the best. Sit him down. Much like they did to Guerrero, just as was getting hot and was worthy of playing time. I wouldn’t be surprised if this same fate, awaits Turner. That seems to be the mode of operation for (as my friend Mike calls them) “Fried brain and Half baked Zaidi.” They ‘re trying to get the Dodgers to become a championship team on the fly. Doing so, with puzzling trades, head scratching line-ups, countless promotions and demotions. All the while, wearing out and polluting the air space between Oklahoma and L.A.
Much like Ned, whom I’m starting to think that he wasn’t so bad after all. They too, have a knack for pulling broken down players out of their collective asses…Using them and then disposing of them. Ned at least recycled. They certainly have their favorites. Stay tuned, my friends, for we will soon be known as the Los Angeles A-Rays. Much like the team, and the way the season is going so far. The only thing we’ll have to worry about…is what the new uniforms are going to look like?