The Dodgers traded right-handed relief prospect Corey Copping to the Toronto Blue Jays hours before the 2018 Trade Deadline in exchange for former top-tier closer John Axford. The Los Angeles Dodgers today acquired RHP John Axford from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for minor league right-hander Corey Copping. — Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) July […] More
As the season has almost reached the one-third point, teams that aren’t quite in the playoff hunt may start looking to sell some of their assets. The one and only Trade Deadline is July 31 in 2019 and there are no waiver trades after that. No longer can teams give themselves an extra month to […] More
John Axford was brought to Los Angeles via trade in July from the Toronto Blue Jays, in exchange for minor league pitcher Corey Copping. Regular Season Recap An NL saves leader and Rolaids Relief Man Award winner in 2011, Axford was expected to be a reliable veteran boost for a beleaguered bullpen. To put it […] More
With the NL West on the line, Monday evening’s series opener between the division’s top contenders was an opportunity to make a statement. The Dodgers’ bats were loud and the pitching assertive en route to a dominant 8-2 victory, lifting the Dodgers into sole possession of 1st. There were plenty of highlights in this one […] More
The Dodgers made a series of moves prior to Monday night’s game, mainly in the bullpen. Los Angeles recalled Yimi Garcia, John Axford, and Tony Cingrani from the minor leagues in preperation for the series against Colorado. Tony Cingrani The left-handed reliever was a big part of the Dodgers plans for 2018, but that has […] More
Perhaps you’re like me. Maybe you like these strange nickel and dime trades for bullpen pieces that had so much potential at one point. Joe Blanton, Brandon Morrow, even Bradon Beachy. Small deals that have such low risk and offer so much reward. Unfortunately, that has not worked out for the Dodgers this year. The […] More
Axford heads to the disabled list: It would appear that things have just gotten worse for the already reeling Dodgers’ bullpen. They’ve collectively blown leads in the last four games, including allowing two walk-off wins to the Colorado Rockies who are now tied with the Dodgers for second place in the NL West. Axford, who […] More
Kevin and FRG discuss the Dodgers trade deadline acquisitions, and trades that almost happened, with NBC LA reporter Michael Duarte. They also get into the retirement of Andre Ethier, why the Astros are an awful organization, why the Atlanta Braves need new announcers, and a revolutionary new idea for the Dodgers’ playoff pitching rotation. LISTEN […] More
It was a banner trade deadline day. One of the smaller trade the Dodgers made was for veteran reliever John Axford from the Toronto Blue Jays. The Dodgers sent to Toronto, RHP prospect Corey Copping. Many on twitter reacted with puzzlement, but as the Dodgers front office has shown time and time again, his value […] More
With the reports that Brian Wilson has re-signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, it seems as if the team has more plans for the bullpen this off-season. The Dodgers’ deal with Wilson is pending a physical, but is a one-year, $10 million deal with a player option for a second year. He can also make […] More
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