Dodgers Notes: Miguel Vargas Update, Bobby Miller Scratched, Trey Sweeney’s Big Break
The Dodgers lost to the Milwaukee Brewers, 6-4 on Thursday, dropping their lead in the National League West to two games — their smallest since April 24.
Here’s what else you might have missed Thursday:
Miguel Vargas’ Struggles with the White Sox
Since moving from the Dodgers to the Chicago White Sox, baseball’s worst team, Miguel Vargas is enduring a difficult test. Vargas, who showed promising signs in Los Angeles, has been facing adversity with the White Sox, grappling with a significant team slump and personal performance dips. As the White Sox see one of their worst seasons, Vargas’ role increases, but so does the pressure. Read on to explore the dynamics of his current situation.
Bobby Miller’s Potential Return to the Dodgers
Intriguing developments hint at Bobby Miller’s possible return to the Dodgers. Scratched from a Triple-A start Thursday, Miller is healthy at Triple-A Oklahoma City, raising speculation about an imminent MLB comeback.
Trey Sweeney’s New Beginnings with the Tigers
Former Dodgers prospect Trey Sweeney is receiving his big-league break with the Detroit Tigers, a chance he never realized in Los Angeles. Highlighting his quick adjustment and striking performance in the minors, the youngster’s elevation to the major leagues displays significant transitions post-trade.
Willie Calhoun’s Next Career Hurdle
Willie Calhoun, once touted as a top Dodgers prospect, faces an unstable future as he’s been designated for assignment by the Angels. His next team will be his fifth since 2022, when he was designated for assignment by the same Texas Rangers team that sent Yu Darvish to the Dodgers to get him.
Dodgers Prospect’s Rising Influence
One of the bright spots for the Dodgers in a stirring season has been the rise of a new prospect, Jackson Ferris. Acquired in a major trade, Ferris’s entry into MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 Midseason list marks a significant highlight in the Dodgers’ scouting success.
New Assessment of Dodgers’ Farm System
ESPN has reaffirmed the strength of the Dodgers’ farm system, ranking it third — up from eighth in the preseason list — after the draft and trade deadline activities. This evaluation underscores the club’s continuous commitment to nurturing talent.
Shohei Ohtani’s MVP Prospects
Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is being forecasted by a national writer to clinch the NL MVP award, reflecting his league-leading Wins Above Replacement total and a veteran voter’s willingness to give the award to a DH. He would become the first full-time DH in history to win the award.
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