MIGUEL VARGAS NEWS

Goes yard in win Vargas went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run, a walk and an additional run scored in Friday's 8-5 win over the Brewers.

Impact Vargas has two multi-hit efforts over nine games since he was called up from Triple-A Oklahoma City on June 17. In that span, he's gone 9-for-22 (.409) with four RBI. The 24-year-old is slashing .333/.396/.571 with two homers, eight RBI, nine runs scored, four doubles and a stolen base over 48 plate appearances this season. Vargas could see an uptick in playing time due to Jason Heyward (knee) landing on the injured list, which could force Teoscar Hernandez to play right field on a full-time basis in the short term.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Goes yard in win Vargas went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run, a walk and an additional run scored in Friday's 8-5 win over the Brewers.

Impact Vargas has two multi-hit efforts over nine games since he was called up from Triple-A Oklahoma City on June 17. In that span, he's gone 9-for-22 (.409) with four RBI. The 24-year-old is slashing .333/.396/.571 with two homers, eight RBI, nine runs scored, four doubles and a stolen base over 48 plate appearances this season. Vargas could see an uptick in playing time due to Jason Heyward (knee) landing on the injured list, which could force Teoscar Hernandez to play right field on a full-time basis in the short term.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Called up from Triple-A The Dodgers recalled Vargas from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Monday.

Impact Shortstop Mookie Betts (hand) was placed on the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move, but Vargas isn't expected to get the first chance to replace the seven-time All-Star in the Dodgers' everyday lineup. Instead, manager Dave Roberts suggested after Sunday's 3-0 win over the Royals that Miguel Rojas would likely step in as the Dodgers' primary shortstop, so Vargas could be limited to the short-side platoon role in the corner outfield that he previously held during his three-plus-week stay with the big club earlier in the season. Vargas saw extended time at second base with the Dodgers and Oklahoma City in 2023, but he's played exclusively in left field and at designated hitter in 2024.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Can Miguel Vargas Break Through With The Dodgers in 2024? Vargas is looking to bounce back after a rough 2023 Season

FEBRUARY 23 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers' Former Top Prospect Opens Up About Struggles at the Plate Last Season Former top prospect Miguel Vargas couldn’t harness his potential in his first extended big league run; injuries might have been partially to...

FEBRUARY 19 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Finally healthy, Vargas eyes breakout '24 after 'incredible offseason' GLENDALE -- Last October, Miguel Vargas was at Camelback Ranch in the Dodgers’ “stay hot camp” just in case he was needed during the postsea...

FEBRUARY 16 • MLB.COM

Entering camp as left fielder Vargas is coming into Dodgers camp as a left fielder, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Impact Vargas has been an infielder primarily but has played a little left field the previous two seasons. Whether this is a permanent position switch or just getting the 24-year-old more comfortable in the spot where he has the best shot to see action in 2024 is not clear. Vargas is likely headed to Triple-A Oklahoma City to begin this season either way, as Teoscar Hernandez is pegged as the Dodgers' regular left fielder.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dynasty expectations for Gunnar Henderson, Miguel Vargas and more post-hype rookies Al Melchior looks at the dynasty league potential for five post-hype rookies, including Gunnar Henderson and Miguel Vargas.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Dodgers News: Miguel Vargas Gets Words of Encouragement Before Being Shipped to AAA The Dodgers hope Miguel Vargas can earn his way back in LA soon.

JULY 18, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Dodgers News: Miguel Vargas Hitless in First Game Game at Triple-A Vargas was sent down to the minors last week.

JULY 15, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers News: Struggling Rookie Optioned To Triple-A the Dodgers have optioned Infielder, Miguel Vargas, the team announced Sunday.

JULY 9, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Optioned amid slump Vargas was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact The Dodgers' top prospect entering the season, Vargas is slashing .146/.273/.293 with two home runs and one steal in 29 games since June 1. His 21 percent strikeout rate and 13 percent walk rate are right in line with expectations, but he has been a bit unlucky on balls in play this season (.224 BABIP) and could maybe use a mental reset. Chris Taylor (knee) is expected to be activated from the injured list after the All-Star break.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers' Dave Roberts says sending down struggling Miguel Vargas is 'on the table' Roberts wants to find a way to restore Vargas' confidence: "Clearly right now he's pressing. He's never struggled like this.”

JULY 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Not in lineup Friday Vargas is not in the lineup Friday versus the Angels.

Impact Mookie Betts will make his 19th start of the year at second base, and it's his sixth start there in the Dodgers' last 12 games. Vargas hit a double in Thursday's win over the Dodgers but holds a disappointing .197/.300/.370 season slash line spanning 299 plate appearances.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting again Wednesday Vargas remains out of the lineup Wednesday versus the Pirates.

Impact Vargas was also absent from the Dodgers' starting lineup Tuesday and went 0-for-2 with two strikeouts off the bench as his season slash line dipped to .195/.299/.367. Mookie Betts will draw another nod at second base Wednesday.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting amid struggles Vargas is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Pirates.

Impact Mookie Betts will start at second base and bat leadoff versus the Pirates and right-hander Luis Ortiz. Vargas went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts in Monday's series opener and is slashing just .197/.301/.369 through 294 plate appearances this season.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in Friday's lineup Vargas is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Royals, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact The Dodgers are giving Mookie Betts a start at second base, which means Vargas will begin this one on the bench. The rookie infielder has just a .570 OPS in June and has seen his playing time dip as a result.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Says He's Reassured Miguel Vargas That He's Part of the Plan The former top prospect received reassurance from his manager.

JUNE 29, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Says He's Reassured Miguel Vargas That He's Part of the Plan The former top prospect received reassurance from his manager.

JUNE 29, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Out of lineup Tuesday Vargas is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rockies, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Vargas has really struggled as of late, and the Dodgers will go with Mookie Betts at second base against Colorado on Tuesday with Max Muncy (hamstring) coming off the injured list to play third. There have been flashes of brilliance from Vargas in his rookie season, but he's in danger of losing more playing time if the hits continue to not drop in.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: Miguel Vargas' Season Long Struggles Could Start Losing Him Playing Time Miguel Vargas may have run out of time to prove himself as a big league hitter this season with the Dodgers.

JUNE 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers News: Miguel Vargas' Season Long Struggles Could Start Losing Him Playing Time Miguel Vargas may have run out of time to prove himself as a big league hitter this season with the Dodgers.

JUNE 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Not starting Sunday Vargas is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Impact Vargas started the past eight games and will receive a day to regroup after he went 1-for-29 during that stretch. Mookie Betts will come in to play second base while Jason Heyward starts in right field.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends slump with homer Vargas went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Angels.

Impact Vargas had gone 0-for-20 over his last six games and came up empty in his first three at-bats Wednesday before knocking a ninth-inning solo shot. It snapped an 11-game homer drought for the infielder. He continues to see regular playing time, but he's slashing just .207/.309/.388 with seven homers, 30 RBI, 32 runs scored and three stolen bases over 69 contests. Vargas also struck out three times Wednesday, but he's displayed a decent eye at the plate with a 19.9 percent strikeout rate and a 12.4 percent walk rate on the year.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 18, 2023 • MLB.COM