Throughout Spring Training the Dodgers PR department sends out helpful daily notes from Camelback Ranch, and I am happy to pass them along. See what they've written below.
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| (Puig and Uribe, via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2015) |
PRESENT AND ACCOUNTED FOR: Today marked the sixth and final day of workouts for pitchers and catchers only as all 61 players are in camp and ready to go for tomorrow’s first full-squad workout of 2015.
- Several Dodgers fired their third bullpen of the spring this morning, including Clayton Kershaw, Daniel Coulombe, Brandon League, Joe Wieland, Brandon McCarthy, Chris Hatcher, David Huff and Ryan Buchter. Submarine-style right-hander Ben Rowen threw his first “official” bullpen of the spring.
- Several special guests arrived at Camelback Ranch-Glendale yesterday or today, including Hall of Famers Sandy Koufax and Tommy Lasorda, Dodger President and CEO Stan Kasten and Dodger Executive Vice President and CMO Lon Rosen.
A NEW CHAD: This morning, the Dodgers announced the signing of right-handed pitcher Chad Gaudin. Gaudin was signed to a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training. He will wear No. 30, following infielder Darwin Barney’s switch from No. 30 to No. 6 yesterday. Gaudin didn’t waste any time getting acclimated, as he also threw his first bullpen this morning at Camelback Ranch-Glendale.
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| (Shawn Zarraga and Chad Gaudin, pic via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2015) |
HURRY UP AND GET WELL: Dodger Manager Don Mattingly announced this morning that left-handed starter Hyun-Jin Ryu was experiencing some mid-back tightness and would not participate on the field today. After throwing his first bullpen yesterday, starter Zack Greinke has now returned to his normal schedule.
DODGERTOWN DIGEST: It was announced today by Historic Dodgertown Chairman Peter O’Malley that the feature story “Haven of Tolerance” by scholar, historian and author Jerald Podair is now available on the historicdodgertown.com website. In the article, Podair writes, “Dodgertown was more than just an incubator of talent. Its significance extends beyond the playing field and into the social and racial history of Florida, the South, and America as a whole.” Dodgertown advanced the cause of civil rights and in 1962, Holman Stadium was integrated for all fans. Local schools didn’t become integrated until seven years later. Historic Dodgertown, was named a “Florida Heritage Landmark” on Nov. 10, 2014, with a historical marker now displayed on site. Podair is a professor of history and American studies at Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisc. His feature may be accessed through the “History” section of historicdodgertown.com.
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| (Running Drills, pic via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2015) |
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What an exciting update from Spring Training! It's great to hear that all 61 Dodgers players are present and ready for the season. The addition of Chad Gaudin could bring some valuable experience to the pitching staff. Reading about legends like Koufax and Lasorda visiting is a real thrill for fans. This article reminds me of playing Bitlife , where every season brings new surprises and storylines, both on and off the field.
ReplyDeleteThat Dodgertown article sounds fascinating. It's easy to forget, focusing on the on-field stuff, just how important sports can be in driving social change. The fact that Dodgertown integrated Holman Stadium so much earlier than the local schools really highlights their commitment. It's something worth remembering as the Dodgers history is more than home runs and diving catches, there are big impacts on society. The Dodgers were so ahead of their time! It's like a real-life, important story, not like something out of a crazy cattle 3d cartoon, but it’s important to remember these parts of the Dodger’s story.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this spring training update! It's always exciting to see veteran players like Gaudin get another shot, even on a minor league deal. The presence of legends like Koufax and Lasorda at camp must be incredibly inspiring for the young players. These spring moments really capture the hope and anticipation of a new season. Geometry Dash
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