Dodgers Sign Veteran Pitcher Jake McGee to Bolster Bullpen Depth
The Dodgers will never stop looking to add to their bullpen depth, regardless of how short the season is. The added to that depth today by picking up veteran left-handed reliever Jake McGee.
McGee was released by the Colorado Rockies earlier this week after spending the last four seasons there. hIS 2019 campaign was marred by a few injuries as well as having to play at Coors Field. The Dodgers scooped him up just four days after he went onto the market.
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McGee represents an intriguing low-risk option for the Dodgers in 2020. Over his career, he has been incredibly effective against right-handed hitting, even as a left-handed pitcher. In comparison, he would likely represent a significant upgrade over Adam Kolarek with the new three-batter minimum rule. Dave Roberts already noted that Kolarek would need to learn how to get right-handers out if he wanted to make the roster.
To make room in the 40-man roster for McGee, the Dodgers have also moved pitcher Jimmy Nelson to the 45-day injured list. Nelson will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery on his back a few weeks ago. The deal for McGee is reported to be a one-year deal to run through 2020.
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Makes sense….I think.. But I still want Puig back. I’d love to see his conversations with the cardboard fans in right field…
Puig back? I’d rather have Howdy Doody. At least we know who’s pulling his strings.
I’ll have to wait and see w McGee. Why would Colorado let him go if he’s so good? Last night he gave up 2 homeruns and a double in one inning!
GET DUDGY BACK ,GET RIDE OF POLLOCK