Meet Trey Sweeney, the New Dodger Sensation Making Waves in the Minor League
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Trey Sweeney, a left-handed batter and right-handed thrower, as part of a trade deal with the New York Yankees. Sweeney, a minor league shortstop, was the 20th overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft and has shown promise as a versatile player with the ability to adapt to various positions.
The acquisition of Trey Sweeney provides the Dodgers with a potential asset for their upper minors, offering versatility and a promising defensive option. The trade also resolved the roster space issue, which is a crucial factor for team management.
- Sweeney hit .252/.367/.411 with 13 home runs, 20 doubles, and 20 stolen bases for Double-A Somerset in 2023
- He boasted a high walk rate (13.8 percent) and a low strikeout rate (19.1 percent) in the same season
- Sweeney's arrival provides the Dodgers with a potential solution for their upper minors' shortstop requirement
- The trade helped the Dodgers clear two roster spots, addressing their immediate need for space
The Dodgers will have a full season to evaluate Sweeney's performance in their system before deciding whether to add him to the 40-man roster, as he becomes eligible for the Rule 5 Draft in December 2024.
The addition of Trey Sweeney not only addresses the Dodgers' roster space concern but also provides a promising prospect for their upper minors, offering versatility and potential defensive stability.
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