Time: 2024-07-31
The Los Angeles Dodgers made some significant roster moves ahead of their series opener against the San Diego Padres . Michael Kopech and Amed Rosario were activated to the roster , with Kopech replacing Ryan Yarbrough and Rosario taking the spot of Miguel Vargas , who was sent to the Chicago White Sox . Kopech is now wearing No . 45 for the Dodgers , while Rosario will be donning No . 27.
Kopech , a former top prospect of the White Sox , has struggled with his command but has shown elite stuff on the mound . He relies on a fastball , cutter , and slider to produce impressive whiff rates , ranking in the 86th percentile of pitchers . Despite his struggles with command , Kopech has the potential to be one of MLB 's premier relievers if the Dodgers can help him make the necessary adjustments . His best season came in 2021 when he posted a 3.50 ERA and 2.97 FIP.
The Dodgers were busy making trades before the MLB deadline , acquiring Jack Flaherty and Kevin Kiermaier while sending prospects Thayron Liranzo and Trey Sweeney to the Detroit Tigers and Ryan Yarbrough to the Toronto Blue Jays . In order to add Flaherty and Kiermaier to the roster , the Dodgers designated Gus Varland and Nick Ramirez for assignment . Varland had a 3.00 ERA in seven games this season , while Ramirez struggled with a 6.35 ERA in seven appearances.
The Dodgers have yet to finalize their active roster to accommodate Rosario , Kiermaier , and Flaherty , but those moves are expected to be made in the coming days . The team remains focused on making the necessary adjustments to improve their lineup and pitching staff as they push for success in the remainder of the season . Stay tuned for more updates on the Dodgers ' roster moves and upcoming games.
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