Editorial Staff
Bill Plunkett
Dodgers Unveil Hitting Department
The Dodgers created a three-person hitting department on the major league staff to maintain continuity from the minors to majors.
Gavin Lux Is Driven To Succeed
The 2016 first-round shortstop altered his swing path to hit more balls in the air and hit varied pitch types.
Imani Abdullah Falls Out Of Love With Baseball
Baseball is a game of constant adjustments that humbles every player at some point, and Abdullah is no exception.
Will Smith Receives 'Partial' September Callup
The young catcher traveled with the big league club in late September to learn the big league routine and prepare for his official callup in the future.
Dustin May Offers Both Stuff And Intangibles
The Dodgers refused to part with the 2016 third-rounder at the trade deadline because of the progress he has made.
Julio Urias Eyes September Return To Majors
The former phenom is rebuilding arm strength on a minor league rehab assignment after he had major shoulder surgery last year.
Alex Verdugo Keeps Improving At Triple-A
Verdugo took his demotion to Triple-A in stride, using his time to improve his ability to impact the ball.
Dennis Santana Lives Up To Athletic Billing
From light-hitting DSL shortstop to big league starting pitcher, Santana advanced quickly once converting to the mound in 2014.
Alex Verdugo Seizes On Latest Opportunity
The rookie outfielder learned a lot from his time in the majors last September, and he applied those lessons early this season.
Versatile Jake Peter Looks Like A Perfect Fit
Trade pickup Peter looks like a match for a Dodgers organization that values positional versatility.