SCOTT ALEXANDER NEWS

Votto, Winker lead Reds to 6-5 win over scuffling Dodgers

Joey Votto hit a go-ahead double, Jesse Winker homered and drove in two runs and the Cincinnati Reds rallied for the second straight night to defeat the scuffling Los Angeles Dodge...

APRIL 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers play the Padres following Urias' strong showing

Los Angeles looks to follow up a dominant performance by Tuesday starter Julio Urias

APRIL 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes loss in relief Alexander (0-1) allowed one run (zero earned) while pitching two-thirds of an inning to take the loss against the Padres on Sunday.

Impact Alexander recorded the last out of the seventh inning before the leadoff batter and eventual game-winning run in the eighth inning reached via error. Although he didn't allow any hits or walks, he was stuck with the loss. The 31-year-old only has one appearance this season where he allowed two runs to the Nationals, otherwise he has 4.1 scoreless innings. Alexander pitches for contact, recording only one strikeout this season.

APRIL 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hosmer delivers late for Padres in 5-2 win over Dodgers

Eric Hosmer delivered the tying and go-ahead RBIs in the seventh and eighth innings, helping the San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-2 to avoid a sweep in the first ser...

APRIL 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Claims spot in bullpen Alexander has been awarded a spot in the Dodgers' Opening Day bullpen, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Alexander will give the Dodgers a second matchup lefty out of the bullpen to complement Victor Gonzalez. Fellow southpaw David Price will serve as more of a multi-inning option. The 31-year-old Alexander saw his effectiveness wane during his third season with the Dodgers in 2020, giving up four runs on nine hits and nine walks over 12.1 innings.

MARCH 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Locked On Dodgers: The Challenge of 8 Starters, the Last Roster Spot, and the Long Spring Click here to listen Every year at this time, we're ready for the regular season to start, but even more that usual this year. Jeff talks ab...

MARCH 30, 2021 • BASEBALLESSENTIAL.COM

Uneventful spring Alexander has allowed three runs on seven hits and one walk in Cactus League play while striking out three.

Impact The left-hander is slated for a middle-relief role in the Dodgers' bullpen this season. He doesn't strike out many batters or get many holds, so he's a non-factor in fantasy leagues.

MARCH 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers: Is Garrett Cleavinger about to steal a roster spot from Scott Alexander? Were you surprised when the Los Angeles Dodgers tendered a contract to Scott Alexander this offseason after leaving him off their postseason...

MARCH 15, 2021 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Dodgers retain all their arb-eligible players The Dodgers tendered contracts to their six players who are eligible for salary arbitration \-\- Cody Bellinger, Corey Seager, Walker Buehle...

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • MLB.COM

Dodgers acquire Knebel, agree with Alexander on $1M deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired reliever Corey Knebel from the Milwaukee Brewers for a player to be named or cash

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers agree to one-year, $1-million deal with pitcher Scott Alexander The Dodgers agree to a one-year, $1-million deal with left-hander Scott Alexander, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • LATIMES.COM

Gets $1 million from Dodgers Alexander agreed to a one-year, $1 million deal with the Dodgers on Wednesday, avoiding arbitration, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

Impact He was optioned Sept. 2 and left off the Dodgers' postseason roster, but the team still likes his outlook for the 2021 season. Alexander, 31, is arguably the best lefty groundball specialist in the game (career 70.9 GB%), which has allowed him to suppress runs without missing many bats (17.3 K% in 2020).

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned off roster Alexander was optioned to the Dodgers' secondary training site Wednesday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Alexander owns a strong 2.92 ERA in 12.1 innings of relief this season, though it comes with a rather worrisome 9:9 K:BB. The lefty should have a good chance to return to the active roster at some point down the stretch, but he'll make way for Walker Buehler (hand) for now, who returned from the injured list in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Taylor, Urías propel streaking Dodgers past D-backs, 6-3

Chris Taylor drove in a season-high four runs and Julio Urías pitched six innings of four-hit ball in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 6-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sánchez pinch slam, Hicks HR help Yanks take 2 from Mets

AUGUST 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers set NL homer mark for month at 57, beat Rangers 7-2

Cody Bellinger’s two-run homer gave Los Angeles the National League record for long balls in a month at 57, and the Dodgers beat the Texas Rangers 7-2

AUGUST 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barnes leads Dodgers past Mariners 2-1 for 7th straight win

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1

AUGUST 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Credited with win Alexander (1-0) allowed one run on three hits over two innings to earn the win Sunday versus the Angels.

Impact Alexander pitched the sixth and seventh innings, with the only damage against him being a Brian Goodwin solo shot in the sixth. That homer was the first earned run allowed by Alexander in 7.1 innings this season. He has a 1.23 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and seven strikeouts in seven appearances.

AUGUST 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox hit 4 consecutive homers in victory over Cardinals

AUGUST 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Keibert Ruiz starts career with HR, Dodgers sweep Angels 8-3

The Los Angeles Dodgers swept the Freeway Series with an 8-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels

AUGUST 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pitching, Turner's 3-run blast help Dodgers beat Padres, 6-0

Tony Gonsolin and five relievers combined on a six-hit shutout, Justin Turner hit a three-run homer, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 6-0 to avoid losing three...

AUGUST 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Betts gets debut souvenirs, Dodgers top Giants 8-1 in opener

Mookie Betts singled for his first hit with Los Angeles and scored the go-ahead run in an 8-1 opening victory over the San Francisco Giants in a fan-less Dodger Stadium

JULY 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Throws to live hitters Alexander (undisclosed) tossed a simulated inning Monday, but his status for Opening Day remains in question, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports.

Impact Alexander did not report to camp until July 13 and has yet to throw in a game setting, so he may need extra time to ramp up before pitching in a regular-season contest. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that the team has yet to make a decision on Alexander's next steps, casting doubt on the reliever's status for Opening Day.

JULY 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

NL West Preview Capsules

Capsules of National League West teams, listed in order of finish last year

JULY 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arrives at camp Tuesday Alexander (undisclosed) arrived at the Dodgers' camp Monday, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports.

Impact Alexander wasn't in camp over the first several weeks for an undisclosed reason. The 31-year-old also reportedly threw a brief bullpen session Monday. While it's encouraging to see Alexander on the mound, whether he'll be ready for Opening Day on July 23 remains to be seen.

JULY 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE