Who did the White Sox trade for AJ Pollock?

The Los Angeles Dodgers traded outfielder AJ Pollock to the Chicago White Sox for reliever Craig Kimbrel on Friday, the teams announced. The deal was first reported by MLB Network. Kimbrel, 33, is expected to fill the role that was vacated after longtime Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen signed with the Braves.

Who was AJ Pollock traded for?

Right before the season started, the Dodgers decided to send AJ Pollock to the Chicago White Sox for reliever Craig Kimbrel. Although Pollock only played three season for the Dodgers, he was beloved by his teammates.

Did AJ Pollock get traded?

One week from beginning the 2022 regular season without a clearly defined closer, the Los Angeles Dodgers traded AJ Pollock to the Chicago White Sox for Craig Kimbrel. The eight-time All-Star gave L.A. a replacement for Kenley Jansen and further bolstered a deep bullpen.

Who did the Dodgers trade to the White Sox?

Craig Kimbrel has 372 saves and a 2.18 earned-run average during his 12-year career. The Dodgers pulled off a blockbuster trade Friday, acquiring All-Star reliever Craig Kimbrel from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for outfielder AJ Pollock.

Did the Dodgers make any trades?

Los Angeles Dodgers placed LHP Caleb Ferguson on the 15-day injured list retroactive to June 17, 2022. Los Angeles Dodgers signed free agent LHP Ilmerson Colon to a minor league contract. Detroit Tigers traded RF Trayce Thompson and to Los Angeles Dodgers for cash. Los Angeles Dodgers activated LHP Andrew Heaney.

Dodgers TRADE for ALL-STAR CLOSER?!?! White Sox TRADE for AJ Pollock

Who is coming back to the Dodgers?

Chris Taylor returns to Dodgers

Right-handed reliever Daniel Hudson signed a one-year deal worth about $7 million. Outfielder Cody Bellinger agreed to a one-year, $17 million deal. Bellinger, who is under club control through the 2023 season, had been a non-tender candidate before coming to terms on a deal.

Where did Pollock go from the Dodgers?

The Dodgers sent outfielder AJ Pollock to the Chicago White Sox for reliever Craig Kimbrel. As the old baseball adage goes, you can never have too much pitching.

When did Kimbrel go to the Dodgers?

On April 1, 2022, the White Sox traded Kimbrel to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for A. J.

Who did Dodgers trade away?

Traded OF Luke Raley to Tampa Bay in exchange for minor league RHP Tanner Dodson. Agreed to terms with LHP Tyler Anderson on a one-year contract. Agreed to terms with RHP Jimmy Nelson on a one-year contract. Agreed to terms with LHP Clayton Kershaw on a one-year contract.

Is AJ Pollock still with the Dodgers?

And for Pollock, the moment carried a bit of extra significance. He was a Dodger from 2019-2021, after all, before being traded to the White Sox in exchange for Craig Kimbrel last offseason. "Yeah it was good," he said with a chuckle of registering the win against his former team. "It's always fun battling those guys.

Why does Kimbrel hang his arm?

It actually came about as a result of a 2010 injury. Before that, he would hold his arm behind his back (as most pitchers tend to do), but that became too painful when he experienced biceps tendinitis — an inflammation of the upper biceps tendon.

How fast can Craig Kimbrel throw?

On average he throws it 86.1 MPH and topping out at 89.2 MPH. He will typically have 18.6 revolutions (2558 RPM) from hand to the plate. He throws it in the strike zone 33% of the time. Here are all of Kimbrel release points.

What does AJ stand for Pollock?

"The initials are A.J. Pollock. His name is Allen Lorenz IV.

What players did the Dodgers lose this year?

The Dodgers lost two of their top players to free agency on Monday, with pitcher Max Scherzer, left, signing with the New York Mets and shortstop Corey Seager joining the Texas Rangers.

Did the Dodgers trade Justin Turner?

The Dodgers gave up a near All-Star level hitter who was well liked in the clubhouse, and his presence on and off the field will be missed by the club. After the trade, two of Pollock's former teammates, Justin Turner and Austin Barnes, posted farewell messages on social media.

Is Clayton Kershaw retiring?

UPDATE (March 11, 3 p.m. PT): Clayton Kershaw reportedly agreed to re-sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers on a one-year contract for the 2022 regular season.

Is Cody Bellinger still with the Dodgers?

Matt Borelli. Cody Bellinger dealt with multiple injuries last year and wound up enduring the worst season of his career. After a bounce-back performance in the postseason, he reported to 2022 Spring Training with renewed optimism of carrying that momentum into his sixth season with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Is Freddie Freeman signing with the Dodgers?

The Los Angeles Dodgers officially signed Freddie Freeman to put an end to nearly five months of speculation that it could happen. The Southern California native entered free agency for the first time in his career after spending 15 years in the Atlanta Braves organization.

Who is number 55 on the Dodgers?

With his usual No. 5 already taken by Corey Seager, Pujols is wearing No. 55 for the first time in his career. The jersey number was last worn by Russell Martin in 2019 but resonates most with Orel Hershiser, who donned it during his 13 seasons with the Dodgers.

How much weight has Justin Turner lost?

I would get down to 201 and I would just plateau. I just found that the pounds just started falling off. I did it again going into this season, and I got down to 192 this year, which is the lightest I've been in at least 15 years.