Dodgers: Casey Sadler Receives Message From Unexpected Source
Dodgers relief pitcher Casey Sadler received a pretty cool, if not unexpected video message from Brad Paisley on Monday as the team prepares for the upcoming postseason run.
I grew up in a one stop light town. Never did I ever imagine having someone like @BradPaisley wanting to send me an encouraging message. This season has been such a humbling experience for my family and I. From not knowing if we would even have a job in baseball, to ending in LA. pic.twitter.com/hzmLhVBc9W
— Casey Sadler (@CaseySadler65) September 30, 2019
Paisley, an outspoken Dodgers fan, encouraged Sadler to “go all the way” with the team this October. The country music superstar was joined by Steve Shenbaum of “Game on Nation” for the motivational message.
Paisley has also lent helping hands to Clayton and Ellen Kershaw in various charitable efforts over the world. Moreover, Brad and his wife Kimberly were the recipient of this year’s “Kershaw’s Challenge Impact Award” for their philanthropic efforts.
Sadler’s Time With the Dodgers
Sadler started the season on a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays before being called up in mid-April. The Dodgers, seeking bullpen relief, then traded for him on July 3 after he was DFA’d just a few days before.
Regardless of if he’s on the Dodgers’ soon to be announced playoff roster, Sadler put together a convincing argument for himself during his time on the team.
He finished the season with a 2.33 ERA in 24 appearances and was a much-needed addition to a bullpen that experienced many hardships over the course of the season.
Let us know what you think below! Should Sadler be included in the Dodgers’ playoff roster?
Better have him on the roster for all 3 rounds. With a weak bullpen there should be no reason to not have him on there
I like Sadler, but there simply isn’t room on the roster given all of the extra starters that will be moved to the bullpen.
And while he may have a nice E.R.A., the peripheral numbers aren’t good enough- he simply doesn’t strike out enough batters. You can get by with that in the regular season, but in a playoff series against stacked lineups like Houston / Washington / NY, you need to be able avoid contact from the hitters.
Bench Jansen for this guy
If Kelly was healthy I’d agree but I don’t even know if he’ll be ready for the nlds
I grew up there too. It’s one stop sign. Not even a stop light in Ripley. Good luck and best wishes Casey!
Sadler is better be on every series he has been great
Definitely need Casey!!! He can provide bullpen help. As a Dodger Fan, whatever it takes to win!!!??
That was a really cool move by Brad Paisley. I’m sorry to say I’m not familiar with the gentleman with him. At any rate, this is a VERY tough call with ths roster. I was reading yesterday that the prevailing opinion is Gonsolin will be edged out especially if Kelly if officially healthy. Tough tough decisions. Go Dodgers! #bleedingbluesince62
If the choice boils down to either Casey or Tony Gonsolin, I’d opt for Gonsolin.
Casey and family are good kids for starters.
I have followed them from their time in Bradenton when Casey had no baseball contracts and was working in a vitamin store hoping for an invite to the Pirates spring training. Professionally and personally, they are deserving of the good fortune that has come their way.