As we’ve said before, some things are just much bigger than sports. Baseball is a business, and teams can get caught up in the numbers and production more than the people in the game. The Dodgers more often than not avoid the norm and pull off a move like they’ve been doing with estranged outfielder Andrew Toles for the last few years.
In 2019, the Dodgers placed outfielder Andrew Toles on the restricted list but didn’t offer up very many details on why. It was later discovered that he was dealing with anxiety and some struggles with his mental health. The hope was that he could eventually return but that day never came.
In June 2020, Toles was back in the news after he was arrested for trespassing at an airport in Florida. His family shared the depth of Andrew’s struggles and revealed that he was living on the streets and that they were having trouble getting him home.
The Dodgers have done their part to help the Toles family by continuing to keep him in the organization by re-signing him yearly so he’ll have access to professional help. The did they same just last month in March.
In the video above, we tell the heartbreaking story of Andrew Toles and how the Dodgers have continued to renew his contract to assist him in his battle with mental health.
That video can also be found here.
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8 Responses
This is such a heartbreaking story. It’s a reminder that mental health struggles can affect anyone, even those at the top of their game. I hope Andrew Toles gets the support he needs and that his story raises awareness about mental illness in sports. Thank you for shedding light on this important issue.
This is such a heartbreaking yet important story. It’s a stark reminder of how mental illness can affect anyone, even those with extraordinary talent like Andrew Toles. I’m glad to see the Dodgers supporting him by re-signing him. I hope he gets the help he needs and can find his way back to the game he loves.
I absolutely hope the best for this young man and am very pleased that the Dodgers re-signed him. Having the emotional support and access to available resources can make all the difference for Andrew Toles (and anyone else struggling with serious mental health issues.)
It’s heartbreaking to see how mental illness can impact someone’s life and career so profoundly. Andrew Toles had such incredible talent, and it’s a somber reminder of the challenges many face beyond the field. I’m glad to see the Dodgers supporting him during this difficult time; it’s a testament to the importance of compassion in sports. Wishing Toles all the best on his path to recovery.
This is such a heartbreaking story. Andrew Toles had so much potential, and it’s devastating to see how mental illness has impacted his life and career. I really admire the Dodgers for re-signing him and showing their support. I hope he finds the help he needs and can find peace moving forward.
This is such a heartbreaking story. It’s so important to raise awareness about mental health struggles, especially in the world of sports. Andrew Toles had so much potential, and it’s devastating to see how mental illness can derail a promising career. I’m glad to see the Dodgers support him during this tough time. Wishing him all the best in his journey to recovery!
Thank you for shedding light on Andrew Toles’ story. It’s heartbreaking to see someone so talented face such immense challenges due to mental illness. I hope this post raises awareness and encourages more conversations around mental health in sports. Wishing Toles all the best in his recovery and future endeavors.
This is such a heartbreaking story. It’s hard to see someone with so much talent struggle so deeply. I hope Andrew gets the support he needs and finds peace, whether on the field or off. It’s great to see the Dodgers extending their support to him during this tough time.