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Dodgers Activate Tommy Edman, Start Him in Center After Five-Week IL Stint

Manager Dave Roberts plans to deploy the versatile switch-hitter primarily against left-handed pitching to bolster defense down the stretch.

Oct 16, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers third base Max Muncy (13) reacts with outfielder Tommy Edman (25) after scroing a run against the New York Mets in the second inning during game three of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Edman returned from a recurring right-ankle sprain after roughly five weeks, following five rehab games at Triple-A.
  • He was in center field for Wednesday’s series finale against the Rockies, reinforcing an area the club viewed as a defensive need despite his .228/.281/.396 line this season.
  • Rookie outfielder Justin Dean was optioned to Triple-A in the corresponding roster move.
  • Roberts said Edman will get most of his starts versus left-handed pitchers and will be evaluated between center field and second base as he tests his mobility.
  • The alignment shifted with Andy Pages moving to left, Teoscar Hernández remaining in right, and Michael Conforto sitting, and Roberts said he is considering flipping the corner-outfield spots.