DODGERS SIGN TWO-TIME MVP SHOHEI OHTANI
The Los Angeles Dodgers have secured the services of Shohei Ohtani, a two-time American League Most Valuable Player, by signing him to a long-term 10-year agreement.
After a successful six-year stint with the Los Angeles Angels, Ohtani has now made the move to the Dodgers. This three-time All-Star has been a force to be reckoned with, boasting an impressive .274 batting average, .366 on-base percentage, and .556 slugging percentage, resulting in a stellar .922 OPS.
Not only has he showcased his power with 171 home runs and 437 RBIs, but he has also proven his prowess on the mound, amassing a 38-19 record, a 3.01 ERA, and an impressive 608 strikeouts in 481 2/3 innings across 86 career starts.
“Dodger fans, thank you for welcoming me to your team,” said Ohtani. “I can say 100 percent that you, the Dodger organization and I share the same goal – to bring World Series parades to the streets of Los Angeles.”
Roster Update
By Angela Redding | HB | Hollywood Beat magazine
December 12, 2023
Photos: Dodgers’ Media
Dodgers acquire Trey Sweeney
In a recent trade, the Los Angeles Dodgers have added a promising young talent to their roster. They have acquired Trey Sweeney, a skilled infielder, from the New York Yankees. In return, the Yankees will receive left-handed pitcher Victor González and minor league infielder Jorbit Vivas.
At just 23 years old, Sweeney has already showcased his abilities in the minor leagues. In the 2023 season, he played 100 games for the Double-A Somerset Patriots, impressively hitting 13 home runs and driving in 49 runs. His batting average stood at .252, with an impressive on-base percentage of .367 and a slugging percentage of .411.
This season marked Sweeney’s third year in the Yankees‘ minor league system, where he has consistently displayed his talent. Throughout his career, he has maintained a combined batting average of .248, hitting 36 home runs and driving in 119 runs in 243 games. Notably, he has spent over 1,900 innings at shortstop, showcasing his versatility on the field.
Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Sweeney was drafted by the Yankees in the first round of the 2021 First Year Player Draft. He was selected as the 20th overall pick, highlighting the high expectations placed upon him. Sweeney attended Eastern Illinois University before embarking on his professional baseball journey.
With this trade, the Dodgers have added a promising young talent to their organization, while the Yankees have acquired valuable assets in return. It will be exciting to see how Sweeney’s career unfolds as he continues to develop his skills at the professional level.
Dodgers Sign Joe Kelly
The Los Angeles Dodgers have reached an agreement with Joe Kelly, a talented right-handed pitcher, on a one-year contract worth $8 million. Kelly, who is 35 years old, is returning to the Dodgers after a successful stint with them in the 2023 season. During his time with the team, he made 11 appearances and showcased his skills with an impressive 1-0 record, a 1.74 ERA, and 19 strikeouts in just 10.1 innings pitched. The Dodgers acquired Kelly from the Chicago White Sox in a trade that involved minor league pitchers Jordan Leasure and Nick Nastrini, as well as outfielder Trayce Thompson. Prior to joining the Dodgers, Kelly had a solid run with the White Sox, making 31 appearances and recording a 1-5 record with 41 strikeouts in 29.0 innings pitched. Throughout his career, Kelly has played for several teams, including the St. Louis Cardinals, Boston Red Sox, and Chicago White Sox. With a combined record of 53-37, a 3.95 ERA, and 732 strikeouts, he has proven himself to be a valuable asset in the Major Leagues. Kelly’s journey began when he was drafted in the third round of the 2009 First Year Player Draft from the University of California, Riverside.
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