FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Dodgers: Despite Roster Security, Trayce Thompson Still Fighting to Prove Himself Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson has a guaranteed contract, but he knows his playing time and success will depend on how hard he works.
Dodgers News: Outfielder Trayce Thompson Playing for Great Britain in WBC The outfielder will be representing Great Britain in international play for the first time in his career.
FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Dodgers: Roster Security is Helping Trayce Thompson on the Mental Side of Things Trayce says he still has that chip on his shoulder despite roster stability
FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • SACBEE.COM
Dodgers: Roster Security is Helping Trayce Thompson on the Mental Side of Things Trayce says he still has that chip on his shoulder despite roster stability
FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Dodgers: Roster Security is Helping Trayce Thompson on the Mental Side of Things Trayce says he still has that chip on his shoulder despite roster stability
FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
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Inks one-year deal Thompson and the Dodgers agreed on a one-year, $1.45 million contract Friday to avoid arbitration, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.
Impact The outfielder compiled a .256 average with 13 homers, 41 RBI, 36 runs and four stolen bases over 219 at-bats with the Padres and Dodgers in 2022. Thompson has a clear path to a starting spot in the Dodgers' outfield based on the current depth chart, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see the team add a higher-profile option before Opening Day and bump him to the bench.
JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Dodgers Poll: Fans Feel Trayce Thompson Emerges as Primary Centerfielder An online poll shows Trayce Thompson as the player more fans think will emerge as the Dodgers’ primary option in center field in 2023.
JANUARY 6, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Talks Trayce Thompson's Resurgence and Future in LA Dodgers manager Dave Roberts talked about what Trayce Thompson brings to the team and what to expect from the outfielder in 2023.
DECEMBER 28, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Talks Trayce Thompson's Resurgence and Future in LA Dodgers manager Dave Roberts talked about what Trayce Thompson brings to the team and what to expect from the outfielder in 2023.
DECEMBER 28, 2022 • SACBEE.COM
Cody Bellinger opts for fresh start with Cubs after Dodgers spiral
The Dodgers were open to keeping Cody Bellinger. Pedro Moura explains why the Cubs could prove to be a better fit for the former MVP.DECEMBER 7, 2022
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Fabian Ardaya: Andrew Friedman listed Trayce Thompson, James... - The Athletic Andrew Friedman listed Trayce Thompson, James Outman and Chris Taylor as internal options to play center field should the Dodgers not bring...
NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Dodgers News: Trayce Thompson Gets First Postseason Hit Against Former Team He sparked a fifth inning rally.
OCTOBER 15, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
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Will start in Game 3 Manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Thompson will start in Game 3 of the NLDS against the Padres on Friday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.
Impact Thompson will take the place of Cody Bellinger in center field after Bellinger struck out four times in the first two games of the NLDS. Thompson will face Blake Snell in Game 3, against whom he is 1-for-5 in his career.
OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sits in regular-season finale Thompson is out of the lineup for Wednesday's regular-season finale with the Rockies.
Impact Thompson will take a seat in the regular-season finale after going 6-for-14 with a home run, four walks, three runs and two RBI while starting the past five games. The righty-hitting outfielder is likely to fill a short-side platoon role when the Dodgers return to action during the National League Division Series.
OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dodgers News: Trayce Thompson's Down Month Not A Concern For Dave Roberts Dodger outfielder Trayce Thompson still remains a valuable asset for the Dodgers
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Dodgers News: Trayce Thompson's Down Month Not A Concern For Dave Roberts Dodger outfielder Trayce Thompson still remains a valuable asset for the Dodgers
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Márquez goes six vs Dodgers, helps Rockies end 7-game skid
Germán Márquez gave up one hit over six innings and the Colorado Rockies ended a seven-game losing streak with a 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles DodgersOCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dodgers top wild Rockies, 1st NL team to 110 wins since 1909
Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman and the Los Angeles Dodgers became the first National League team in more than a century to win 110 regular-season games, taking advantage of 10 walks...OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Plates one in return Thompson went 1-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored in Friday's 10-1 win over the Rockies.
Impact Thompson missed Thursday's game for personal reasons, but his absence was a short one. He had a rough September at the plate, going 10-for-63 (.159), though half of those hits were home runs and he drove in 12 runs. The outfielder owns a .243/.335/.486 slash line with 12 homers, 40 RBI, 34 runs scored and three stolen bases across 242 plate appearances between the Dodgers and the Padres this year.
OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Back in action Friday Thompson (personal) is starting at designated hitter and batting fifth Friday against the Rockies.
Impact He was scratched for personal reasons Thursday but is back in there against righty Chad Kuhl. Thompson is hitting .155/.261/.431 with five home runs and one steal in 20 games this month.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scratched for personal reasons Thompson was scratched from the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres due to personal reasons, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.
Impact The exact reason for Thompson's absence hasn't been revealed, but he's only expected to be away from the team for a single day. Miguel Vargas will start in left field in his absence.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Homers, on base three times Thompson went 1-for-2 with a solo home run, two walks and an additional run in a 6-2 win against the Cardinals on Saturday.
Impact Thompson took Cardinal's starter Jordan Montgomery 438-feet deep to center in the second inning to extend Los Angeles' lead and added walks in the fourth and eighth, scoring following the former. The 31-year-old has slumped through most of September with a .164/.273/.455 slash line through 18 games, however, his slugging is propped up by five of his nine hits leaving the yard. Thompson walked twice in a game for the fourth time this season, with two of those games occurrences coming in September.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
