Time: 2024-08-20
Justin Turner , the former gritty third baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers , received a warm reception at Dodger Stadium upon his return on Monday night . Turner , who played for the Dodgers for nine years and won a World Series championship with the team , is now 39 years old and playing first base for the Seattle Mariners . Despite the Mariners ' 3 - 0 loss to the NL West leaders , Turner was greeted with a standing ovation before his first at - bat in the second inning . His wife , Kourtney , and son Bo , joined him for a pregame ceremony.
Turner and his wife , who were married in 2017 by former Dodgers pitcher Orel Hershiser , have been active civic contributors in Los Angeles . They have used their foundation to help homeless veterans , sick children , and youth baseball organizations . During his time with the Dodgers , fans often wore fake red beards in tribute to Turner , who was known as a fan favorite . Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Turner , calling him one of the biggest fan favorites during his nine years with the team.
After the 2022 season , the Dodgers declined Turner 's 6 million option , making him a free agent . Turner played for the Boston Red Sox in 2023 before signing with the Toronto Blue Jays and being traded to the Seattle Mariners last month . Despite leaving the Dodgers , Turner remains grateful to the fans and the organization for the unforgettable nine years of his career . Roberts expressed his wish for Turner to be a Dodger forever , emphasizing their lasting friendship.
Turner 's impact on the Dodgers extended beyond his performance on the field . He was instrumental in supporting new manager Dave Roberts in 2014 , helping to build trust within the team . Roberts credited Turner and Adrian Gonzalez for their support during his transition to the managerial role . Turner , who became a first - time All - Star in 2017 , has been praised for his understanding of the game and his professionalism both on and off the field.
Looking ahead , Turner is focused on helping the Mariners in their postseason push . However , he has expressed interest in potentially working for the Dodgers once his playing career is over . Roberts endorsed Turner as a future big league manager , highlighting his intelligence and knowledge of the game . Turner 's strong relationship with the organization and his admiration for the Dodgers make a potential role with the team a possibility in the future . As Turner continues his journey with the Mariners , his impact and legacy with the Dodgers remain cherished by fans and the organization alike.
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