Dodgers News: Edward Paredes Debuts; Gets Win
Lefty specialist Edward Paredes made an unplanned and unexpected MLB debut during yesterday’s game against the Atlanta Braves. He took the opportunity seriously, throwing a perfect three-out frame.
A perfect eighth inning for Edward Paredes. ? #LetsGoDodgers pic.twitter.com/cfSWhExDpn
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) July 25, 2017
30-year-old rookie Edward Paredes was called up by the Dodgers’ with the hopes of giving some of the regular bullpen pitchers a break. With the trade of Sergio Romo to the Rays, that freed up a bullpen spot for Paredes who has been patiently waiting for his call to the bigs.
Today, the #Dodgers reinstated Hyun-Jin Ryu from the 10-day DL, selected contract of LHP Edward Paredes from OKC and recalled Josh Ravin.
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) July 25, 2017
Paredes’s biggest upside is his slider. Almost impossible to hit as a left handed hitter with an average spin rate of 2297.00. Paredes only threw 11 pitches, 6 of them were sliders. He collected his three outs and a perfect debut. Of course, we all know what happens next, the next half inning (bottom of the 8th) Cody Bellinger hit a three run home run to capsize the Twins and give Kenley the opportunity to close it down in the 9th. After Kenley locking it down, Edward Paredes was able to bring home his first MLB win after the years of waiting for his shot.
Kenta Maeda and the Dodgers’ look to stay hot tonight as they face the Minnesota Twins for game two of the series. They will face the steady Jose Berrios.
WATCH: Cody Bellinger Hits Clutch Game Winning Home RunTonight's Dodger lineup vs. Twins:
Taylor LF
Seager SS
Turner 3B
Bellinger 1B
Grandal C
Pederson CF
Utley 2B
Puig RF
Maeda P pic.twitter.com/T6EOKrZE6O— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) July 25, 2017
