One can anticipate that the Los Angeles Dodgers will likely make a significant play during the 2025 trade deadline, as they are the Los Angeles Dodgers after all.

Despite being, on paper, one of the most talented teams ever put together, this Dodgers squad continues to show weaknesses. The outfield has seen many changes throughout the season; however, with the comeback of Teoscar Hernández, some consistency might be achieved.

If the Dodgers plan to seek additional support in the outfield during this trade deadline, they might consider acquiring a platoon mate for Michael Conforto in left field. Given that Conforto has been hitting only .168 over 45 games, it would likely be prudent not to have him face strong left-handed pitchers, regardless of whether he retains his starting role for the remainder of the season.

Maybe this suggests that the Dodgers ought to pursue the right-handed batting outfielder who had the most significant plate appearance against the left-handed American League Cy Young award-winning pitcher from last year’s postseason.

In a recent piece for Dodgers Nation, Jason Fray highlighted Cleveland Guardians outfielder Lane Thomas, who propelled his team into the ALCS last year with a grand slam against Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal.

potential trade target

for LA.

“Cleveland has a reputation for not investing heavily in their team. According to various opinions, the idea of offering Thomas a long-term contract may not be very appealing from the Guardians’ perspective,” Fray noted.



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Cleveland is firmly in contention for a playoff berth and is expected to remain fiercely competitive in their quest to clinch the AL Central title. Interestingly, since losing Thomas, they have performed exceptionally well. Should he continue to struggle, might the Dodgers consider acquiring him, hoping that a fresh environment with new guidance could potentially revitalize his performance?

Thomas, who is 29 years old, has hit .156 in 45 at-bats this season and is presently sidelined due to a wrist injury. However, he historically starts slowly each year, which suggests he might recover and perform closer to his career average of around 104 OPS+.

Primarily, the Dodgers aim to acquire Thomas for a particular function—excel against southpaws—a task some athletes manage successfully following lackluster performances in an everyday lineup. This year he earns a salary of $7. 8 million and will become a free agent as the season concludes.


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