Dodgers Bring in Former Yankees Pitcher for a Fresh Start!

Dodgers Bring in Former Yankees Pitcher for a Fresh Start!

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ recent signing of Stephen Ridings to a minor-league deal reflects their ongoing strategy to find value in unconventional places. While the Dodgers are known for making big-money moves to secure high-profile players, this deal underscores their commitment to developing talent from lesser-known sources.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ridings, a former New York Yankees pitcher, had a brief but impressive stint in the majors during the 2021 season, posting a 1.80 ERA in five bullpen appearances. Despite his limited MLB experience, Ridings has shown promise, and his minor-league career reveals a solid track record. He has accumulated a 4.22 career ERA with 218 strikeouts in 158 innings, showing that he has the ability to compete at a high level.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ridings was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the 2016 MLB Draft but has spent time in independent ball, demonstrating that the Dodgers see potential in him, even though he’s not an elite prospect. Los Angeles has built a reputation for turning players who may not have immediately succeeded elsewhere into valuable contributors, especially on the mound.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While the Dodgers’ pitching staff seems set for now, there’s always a chance that injury or a lack of performance could open the door for Ridings to make an impact. If he excels in the minors, he could become an option for the Dodgers’ pitching depth, making this low-risk move a potentially rewarding one for the team.