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Dodgers News: Tampa Bay Rays Bid Farewell to “Star” Logan Forsythe

Andrew Friedman isn’t alone in his love for now-Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Logan Forsythe.

The Memphis, Tennessee, native has been with the Tampa Bay Rays since 2014. He blossomed into a versatile, above-average offensive piece in their lineup. After Monday’s deal, he’ll be asked to continue that success on the west coast.



The Rays’ trade of Forsythe for a rookie pitcher further signals a rebuild in central Florida. Forsythe’s former teammates expressed their gratitude of playing with him, as well as their disappointment in seeing him go.

From Rays Senior Vice President/General Manager Erik Neander:

“It’s a bittersweet day, though, as we part ways with Logan Forsythe in this trade. He’s not only a first-class player, but he’s also a great teammate and leader in the clubhouse. We will miss him, and we thank him for all he did as a Ray.”

Los Angeles should hold off on extending Logan Forsythe

Gabe Burns

Gabe Burns is an award-winning journalist. He serves as a reporter and editor at the DodgersNation news desk. He additionally works as editor-in-chief of The Spectator, Valdosta State University's student paper. Gabe's work has been featured on a number of platforms, including Draft Breakdown and Pro Football Spot. His byline has been cited in media such as the New York Times, Los Angeles Times and Chicago Tribune. Aside from covering Dodgers baseball, Gabe enjoys watching the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic and Tampa Bay Lightning. He can be followed on Twitter at @GabeBurns_DN.

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