Dodgers News And Rumors: Australians Upset Over Greinke’s Comments

Staff Writer 02/23/2014

0 2 minutes read

As the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to prepare for their season opener in Australia, Zack Greinke sparked somewhat of a firestorm with unflattering comments regarding the upcoming trip to Sydney. The 30-year-old pitcher, who is set to begin his second season with the Dodgers, said he has no excitement with respect to the international games.

Naturally, Greinke’s comments made their way to Australian officials who have organized the games and reports indicate they’re upset with the pitcher’s remarks. The officials have reportedly spoken with the Dodgers and MLB, but have yet to issue any public statements.

Dodgers president Stan Kasten did some damage control on Sunday and attempted to clarify Greinke’s remarks. According to Kasten, Greinke is a pitcher who heavily relies on his routine, which will be altered with the Dodgers needing to end their spring training early. Kasten further went on to state that as a whole, the Dodgers organization is looking forward to the trip.

Despite Greinke’s comments, the likelihood of him pitching in one of the two games is a near certainty, as Don Mattingly has expressed an interest in limiting Clayton Kershaw’s workload early in the season.

Dodgers Nation News

Dodgers News: Scott Van Slyke A Lock For The 25-Man Roster?

Dodgers News: Breaking Down Erisbel Arruebarrena’s Five-Year Deal

Dodgers News: Dee Gordon Sets Goal To Be On Australia Trip

Dodgers 2014 Player Previews: Mike Baxter Tries To Earn Spot On Bench

Dodgers News: Greinke’s Comments Upset Australians, Kasten Clarifies

Dodgers News

Van Slyke, Gordon Benefit By Sticking It Out — ESPN LA

Erisbel Arruebarrena Is A Step Closer To Starting At Shortstop — Lasorda’s Lair

Dodgers Win (And Lose) But Most Importantly, Win — Dodgers Digest

Dodgers’ Jamey Wright Is A Bit More Relaxed In Camp — Los Angeles Times

The Recent History Of Dodgers Spring Hitting — Dodgers Digest