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The Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to terms on a trade with the Cleveland Guardians for slugger Amed Rosario. The Dodgers are adding the right-handed slugger with time to spare before the imminent trade deadline. The trade sees Noah Syndergaard go the other way to Cleveland.
Rosario is having a good season thus far in 2023, showing the offensive consistency that the Dodgers were clearly looking for.
He has a batting average of .265 home runs this season and has played in 94 games so far. He could also see playing time at either of the middle infield positions, with shortstop being his natural position.
The LA Dodgers are beefing up the lower part of their lineup as they attempt to hold on to their National League West crown.
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Ken Rosenthal confirmed that the trade was going through on Twitter:
"Source confirms: Dodgers in agreement with Guardians on a trade for Amed Rosario, pending review of medicals" - Ken Rosenthal
His offensive numbers don't jump off the screen, but Rosario has a very important skill the Dodgers value. He is a solid batter when facing left-handed pitchers.
Pat Ragazzo was the first to report the Dodgers were sending struggling pitcher Noah Syndergaard to Cleveland:
"Los Angeles Dodgers are sending Noah Syndergaard to the Cleveland Guardians" - Pat Ragazzo
Having a diversity of skills on the bench is imperative to the success of a championship roster.
Trading for Amed Rosario is likely not the Los Angeles Dodgers' last move
The LA Dodgers know they have a roster that is capable of winning a championship this season. They also know this MLB trade deadline is their last real opportunity to address their weaknesses. Adding offensive depth that will benefit them in the postseason is a clear indicator their sights are set on the future.
There are still options throughout the league that could interest the Dodgers. There are talented pitchers like Marcus Stroman and Lancy Lynn that could be difference makers. While sluggers are a little harder to pin down, if the Dodgers see value they will likely pounce, as they did with Amed Rosario.
