CHRIS TAYLOR NEWS

Dodgers News: Despite Power Surge, Chris Taylor isn't Quite Happy with His Results Just Yet Taylor is settling into a nice rhythm even if it’s not the one he wants.

MAY 14, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Hits seventh homer Taylor hit a two-run home run in his only at-bat against Milwaukee on Monday.

Impact Taylor began the contest on the bench before being called up on to pinch hit for Michael Busch in the ninth inning. The veteran utility man came through with a two-run shot to center field, though it didn't make much of an impact on the outcome since the Dodgers still trailed 9-3 after the long ball. Taylor was batting an ugly .145 as recently as Aug. 29, but he's come alive since then, slashing .429/.478/.952 with two homers, three doubles, a triple, seven runs, seven RBI and two steals over his past seven contests.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Taylor provides muscle, Dustin May offers grit in Dodgers' win over Padres Chris Taylor's two-run homer was one of three hits for the Dodgers in a 2-1 win Saturday night at San Diego. Dustin May pitched six scoreles...

MAY 7, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Provides offense in close win Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Padres.

Impact The Dodgers mustered only three hits and five walks in the contest, but Taylor's fourth-inning blast was all the offense they needed in the win. He's gone 7-for-16 (.438) with five extra-base hits, five RBI, two steals and six runs scored over his last five games. The utility man is slashing .205/.267/.500 with six homers, 15 RBI, 14 runs and three stolen bases across 86 plate appearances this season, though his hitting is trending in the right direction.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Taylor's homer helps Dodgers edge Padres Chris Taylor broke up a scoreless pitching duel between the Padres' Blake Snell and the Dodgers' Dustin May with a two-out, two-run homer in...

MAY 7, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Taylor's 2-run HR lifts May, Dodgers to 2-1 win over Padres

Chris Taylor hit a two-run home run and Dustin May kept San Diego in check for six scoreless innings as the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers held off the Padres 2-1 for their se...

MAY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not in lineup Friday Taylor is not in the starting lineup Friday versus the Padres, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact Taylor went 2-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base and two runs scored in Wednesday's series finale against the Phillies, but he'll take a seat in Friday's series opener against the Padres and right-hander Yu Darvish.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Triple, stolen base in win Taylor went 2-for-3 with a triple, two runs scored and a stolen base in Wednesday's win over the Phillies.

Impact Taylor's speed was on display in Wednesday's victory. The 32-year-old utilityman legged out a one-out triple in the seventh inning before scoring on Freddie Freeman's sacrifice fly. Taylor then got the Dodgers started in the ninth with a single before swiping second base, his third steal of the year, eventually scoring on Max Muncy's walk-off grand slam. Taylor now has three consecutive multi-hit games, going 6-for-11 with five extra-base hits in that span after a very slow start to the season. He's now slashing .205/.272/.479 with five home runs, 13 RBI and 13 runs scored through 81 plate appearances. Taylor should continue to see regular playing time with Los Angeles, thanks to his positional versatility.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ignites offense from No. 9 hole Taylor went 2-for-4 with a double, a run, an RBI and a stolen base in a 6-3 win against the Cardinals on Sunday.

Impact Taylor had one of his best offensive games of the campaign, notching multiple hits for just the second time. The utility man drove in a run with his first double of the season in the fourth inning and scored on a sacrifice fly after singling, stealing second and reaching third on a wild pitch in the eighth. Taylor still has a long way to go to bring his slash line, which currently sits at .167/.222/.409, up to a respectable level.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clubs fifth homer Taylor went 3-for-4 with a three-run home run and a second run scored in Tuesday's 8-7 win over the Pirates.

Impact The veteran utility player was the hero in this one, taking Colin Holderman deep in the eighth inning for what proved to be the game-winning hit. Taylor's stumbled out of the gate in 2023, batting .163 (8-for-49) through 17 games, but three of his last five hits have left the yard, giving him five homers and 10 RBI.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Taylor's homer helps Dodgers rally from five runs down to stop Pirates' streak The Dodgers rallied from five runs down late to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 on Tuesday.

APRIL 26, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Taylor's off-day grind pays off with go-ahead HR PITTSBURGH -- As his early season struggles continued, Chris Taylor decided to make his way across the bridge in Pittsburgh in order to get...

APRIL 26, 2023 • MLB.COM

Out of lineup Sunday Taylor isn't starting in Sunday's game against the Cubs.

Impact Taylor returned from a side injury to start at shortstop in Saturday's win, going 0-for-3 with a walk and his first stolen base of the campaign. However, Mookie Betts is making his first career start at shortstop Sunday, with Miguel Vargas starting at second base and Jason Heyward in right field. Though Taylor appears to have moved past the injury, he's not being used as an everyday player this season, so it's not surprising to see his name out of the lineup.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Taylor (side) will bat eighth and play shortstop Saturday against the Cubs, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Impact Taylor left Monday's game against the Mets with a left side injury. He returned off the bench Friday against the Cubs and struck out in both of his plate appearances. He now owns a .119/.191/.405 slash line and a 42.6 percent strikeout rate through 15 games.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench Friday Taylor (side) appeared off the bench Friday in the Dodgers' blowout loss to the Cubs.

Impact Taylor was held out of the starting lineup for a fourth straight game due to soreness in his left side, but it's clear now that he will not require an IL stint. The versatile 32-year-old should be able to return in full Saturday or Sunday at Wrigley Field.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held out again Friday Taylor (side) remains out of the Dodgers' lineup for Friday's game versus the Cubs, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Taylor hasn't started a game since Monday due to soreness in his left side, although he did serve as a pinch-runner Wednesday. At this point he still appears to be day-to-day. Luke Williams is at shortstop and James Outman is in left field Friday.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: Chris Taylor Still Not Ready, Roberts Shares the Latest The utility man is still sidelined but active.

APRIL 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Remains out Thursday Taylor (side) is out of the lineup again Thursday versus the Cubs.

Impact Taylor appeared off the bench Wednesday as a defensive replacement, but he hasn't started a game since experiencing discomfort in his left side Monday. Luke Williams is playing shortstop and batting eighth for the Dodgers on Thursday night at Wrigley Field.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Reveals Timeline for Chris Taylor's Return From Injury It doesn’t sound like he’s going to join Miguel Rojas on the injured list.

APRIL 20, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Still out Wednesday Taylor (side) remains out of the Dodgers' lineup Wednesday against the Mets, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Taylor was removed from Monday's game versus the Mets with left side soreness and has now missed two straight starts. With Miguel Rojas (hamstring) also ailing, the Dodgers' middle infield depth is running thin. Luke Williams is starting at shortstop Wednesday.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers ponder shortstop for Betts after paternity leave

Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts was placed on the paternity list, keeping him out of Tuesday night’s game against the New York Mets, and the Gold Glove right fielder could fi...

APRIL 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out of lineup Tuesday Taylor (side) is not in the lineup Tuesday night against the Mets.

Impact Taylor was pulled from Monday's series opener versus New York after experiencing discomfort in his left side on a throw from the outfield. Consider him day-to-day for now.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: Chris Taylor Injured in Monday's Loss to Mets The injury bug has really hit the Dodgers this season.

APRIL 18, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dealing with side injury Taylor was removed in the eighth inning of Monday's loss to the Mets due to a left side injury, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that Taylor was hurt on a throw from the outfield and said that the utility man will be re-evaluated Tuesday, per Eric Stephen of SBNation.com. Roberts also indicated that Taylor is likely to be sidelined for at least a couple days. Before exiting the contest, Taylor went 0-for-3 with a pair of strikeouts. He's struggled to a .125/.200/.425 slash line and a 40.0 percent strikeout rate through 45 plate appearances this season.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Belts fourth homer Taylor went 1-for-2 with a solo home run, a walk and an additional run scored in Sunday's loss to the Cubs.

Impact Taylor kicked off the scoring in the contest with a solo shot to left field in the third inning, and he scored Los Angeles' only other run after drawing a walk in the seventh. Though he's batting a paltry .135 though 37 at-bats, four of Taylor's five hits have left the park. He's getting a fair amount of playing time due to his defensive versatility, as he's logged multiple appearances at shortstop, third base and left field early in the campaign. However, Taylor may see his opportunities start to decline if he can't improve upon his current 38.1 percent strikeout rate.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE