'Primary goal is to win'- President of baseball association Andrew Friedman reacts over Dodgers' roster changes
President of baseball association Andrew Friedman over Dodgers' roster changes (Image Source: Getty)
The
Los Angeles Dodgers
made some big roster changes on Sunday, which goes on to show that they care more about winning now than holding on to longtime players. An important player like
Tommy Edman
was brought back, but to make room, they released veteran
Chris Taylor
, who had been with the team for a long time.
Andrew Friedman reacts over Dodgers' roster change
Among the changes brought in by the Dodgers, they have also added pitcher
Lou Trivino
from Triple-A after Kirby Yates was left and was put on the injured list. Earlier in the week, they let go of backup catcher
Austin Barnes
to make space for young prospect Dalton Rushing. These moves show the Dodgers are focused on doing whatever it takes to win this season.
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President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said:
"This has been a very emotional week for all of us, Barnsey and CT have been in the middle of some huge moments for this organization. Both guys have left an indelible mark on our culture and where we're at at this point."
"We saw it in 2021, winning 106 games and not winning the division, Our primary goal during the regular season is to win the division. That is what we feel puts us in the best position to accomplish our ultimate goal."
Dodgers' Dave Roberts calls it a tight race
Reacting to the entire scenario, Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts said:
'Obviously, we're in a tight race, And I think some of it is the race. Some of it is, you still want to continue to develop young players and give them opportunities with a veteran ballclub.'
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The Dodgers made surprising changes, partly because the NL West is very competitive this season. They let go of Chris Taylor, who was in the last year of a $60 million deal. This move suggests that Hyeseong Kim, a former KBO star, will stay on the team even when Teoscar Hernández returns.
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