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The Los Angeles Dodgers boast an embarrassment of riches that, despite losing one of their key figures in Gavin Lux to a torn ACL during Spring Training, they have remained the cream of the crop in the NL West. But what if the up-and-coming 25-year old shortstop could somehow play a role deep into the […]

2023 was supposed to be Gavin Lux’s year. He was fresh off a steady 2022 campaign and the Los Angeles Dodgers were prepared to hand him the keys to the shortstop position following Trea Turner’s departure. Unfortunately, Lux suffered a spring training injury that is expected to keep him out until 2024. Lux, however, recently […]

Gavin Lux was prepared to take over starting shortstop duties for the Los Angeles Dodgers prior to suffering a season-ending injury in spring training. Lux, however, was seen playing catch for the first time since the injury, per Matthew Moreno. Gavin Lux is playing catch for the first time since his ACL/LCL surgery. pic.twitter.com/8DmMJMUzTs — […]

Gavin Lux’s 2023 season ended before it could even begin when he suffered an ACL injury during Spring Training. The Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman was ready to continue being a steady force for the team. However, a freak accident during a Spring Training game ended his season prematurely. After suffering that injury, Lux got […]

Gavin Lux is expected to miss the entire 2023 season after suffering a torn ACL early in spring training. Lux, who was going to play shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023, previously said he didn’t want to see the video of his gruesome injury. However, Lux ultimately decided to watch it after being […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have question marks at shortstop. Miguel Rojas is expected to take over shortstop duties following Gavin Lux’s season-ending injury. Rojas even dropped out of the WBC to focus on handling an everyday shortstop role for the ball club. However, a recent report suggests that the Dodgers may opt to acquire outside […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were previously preparing to start Gavin Lux at shortstop in 2023. However, the 25-year old suffered a torn ACL in a recent Spring Training game and will miss the season as a result. Miguel Rojas is expected to take over shortstop duties with Chris Taylor filling in on occasion. Rojas is […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were dealt a major blow during their spring training game against the San Diego Padres on Monday. Dodgers shortstop Gavin Lux tore the ACL in his right knee while he was running from second to third base during the sixth inning of the contest. He was subsequently carted off the field, […]

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas will has withdrawn from participating in the 2023 World Baseball Classic with Team Venezuela to prepare for the every day shortstop role after Gavin Lux’s injury, according to Bill Plunkett of Orange County Register. There are implications for both the Dodgers and Team Venezuela as a result. It is […]

Incumbent shortstop Trea Turner may have left the Los Angeles Dodgers in free agency, but the Dodgers wouldn’t have been too concerned given the presence of Gavin Lux on the roster. Just 25-years of age, the former second-ranked prospect in all of MLB was more than ready to take the reins for the Dodgers at […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Texas Rangers will go head-to-head on Wednesday in a Spring Training affair. LA received a devastating Gavin Lux injury update on Tuesday, as it was revealed he suffered a torn ACL and will likely miss the entire 2023 season. The Dodgers are now expected to shift things around in the […]

Gavin Lux is expected to miss the 2023 season after suffering a torn ACL. Lux endured the injury while running the bases in the Los Angeles Dodgers-San Diego Padres Spring Training game on Monday. Freddie Freeman revealed a special FaceTime call he made to Lux after the incident on Monday, per David Vassegh. “Freddie Freeman […]

Dave Roberts revealed that Gavin Lux, who was expected to play shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023, suffered a torn ACL and will miss the season. Lux posted a message on social media after the news broke. “Just wanted to thank everyone for the thoughts and prayers, means more than you all know!” Lux […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have already gotten a wrench thrown into their plans. Gavin Lux has suffered a torn ACL and now they will have to figure out how to fill the void. Fortunately, they have an ample amount of options. Lux was set to replace Trea Turner at shortstop but now Dave Roberts must […]

UPDATE: Los Angeles Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts revealed that infielder Gavin Lux suffered a torn ACL and is expected to miss the 2023 season, per Jack Harris. It was initially reported that Lux’s injury was serious enough to keep him sidelined for a prolonged period, per Buster Olney of ESPN. However, his timetable was unclear until […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ infielder Gavin Lux suffered a scary leg injury on Monday while running the bases versus the San Diego Padres. The Dodgers are attempting to remain optimistic, but the latest update suggests that he will miss an extended period of time. Although, there is no official timetable at the moment. Lux was expected […]

Gavin Lux went down with an apparent leg injury in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Monday Spring Training game versus the San Diego Padres. The severity of the injury is unclear, but the Dodgers are remaining optimistic. Mookie Betts addressed Lux’s injury after the game, per Dodgers Nation’s Doug McKain. “I’m just going to stay optimistic […]

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Gavin Lux left today’s spring training game on a cart after tripping on his way to third base, according to Dodgers reporter Kirsten Watson. Gavin Lux was trying to move out of the way of an infielder who was throwing to second base when he took an awkward fall that caused […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts wants to make sure that the team’s new double-play combination gets the chance to develop chemistry during spring training. Shortstop Gavin Lux and second baseman Miguel Vargas are expected to start a lot of Dodgers’ exhibition games together. “I think we’re going to do that a lot just to […]

The 2023 season is going to be an important one for Gavin Lux. Once a highly-regarded prospect, Lux is expected to be the Los Angeles Dodgers’ shortstop this year. Lux expressed his confidence in the Dodgers ahead of the season in a recent Spring Training interview with Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA. “I feel like […]

MLB’s new rules are expected to increase action and lead to further excitement. The league even implemented bigger bases to improve player health and encourage teams to steal more bases. Los Angeles Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts is looking to take advantage of MLB’s new bases and rules by challenging his players to be more aggressive […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ shortstop position is in a state of transition. Gavin Lux is expected to take over SS duties with Miguel Rojas likely to fill in on occasion. Lux, who grew up playing the position, recently discussed how the previous presences of Corey Seager and Trea Turner in LA impacted him as an […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ president Andrew Friedman recently revealed the impact that Freddie Freeman has had on Gavin Lux’s development, per MLB Network Radio on Twitter. “Freddie Freeman has been great for (Gavin Lux),” Friedman said. Friedman also expressed the Dodgers’ excitement for Gavin Lux’s future. “Last year, we got to really see just how dynamic […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman recently revealed the potential infield plan for 2023, per Jim Bowden. Miguel Vargas, one of LA’s top prospects, is expected to earn a spot on the big league roster to open the season. It was previously unclear exactly what position he would play. But Friedman suggested […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a shortstop decision to make as a result of Trea Turner signing with the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB free agency. Gavin Lux was expected to start once Turner officially left, however, speculation has emerged following LA’s Miguel Rojas acquisition. Former big leaguer and current MLB Network analyst Sean Casey believes Lux […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ recently acquired Miguel Rojas from the Miami Marlins for infield prospect Jacob Amaya. Many initial reports hinted that the Dodgers had finally found their Trea Turner shortstop replacement. But Dodgers’ fans began asking what the deal means for Gavin Lux. The Dodgers are expected to give both Rojas and Lux playing […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently acquired Miguel Rojas from the Miami Marlins for prospect Jacob Amaya. Rojas, who previously played in LA with the Dodgers, expressed his excitement to return following the trade. Many initial reports stated that the Dodgers solved their shortstop uncertainty by bringing in Rojas. However, Gavin Lux could still get some […]

The MLB world has mixed feelings about the Los Angeles Dodgers heading into 2023. Everyone expects them to compete, but it is unclear whether or not they will be the dominant force that they have been in recent years. LA has lost a number of key players this offseason, but they also have depth on […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a number of roster uncertainties. They are notably dealing with question marks at shortstop and in centerfield. Gavin Lux is expected to take over shortstop duties amid Trea Turner’s departure. However, Ricardo Sandoval of Sports Illustrated recently brought up the idea of the Dodgers trading for San Diego Padres’ […]

Trea Turner’s departure to the Philadelphia Phillies is far from ideal for the Los Angeles Dodgers. With that being said, LA has a capable shortstop replacement in Gavin Lux. Lux is obviously not the same caliber of player that Turner is. But could the 25-year old infielder be in store for a big 2023 campaign? […]

Gavin Lux is expected to be the Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop if they don’t sign Dansby Swanson in free agency. However, a recent report from The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal placed uncertainty on that narrative. “Some with the Dodgers view Gavin Lux as a potential above-average defender at the position. Some rival executives, however, are skeptical […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been linked to shortstops such as Xander Bogaerts and Dansby Swanson amid Trea Turner’s free agency uncertainty. However, Dave Roberts revealed that Los Angeles may opt to roll with an in-house option should Turner leave this offseason, per Doug McKain. “If it doesn’t work with Trea, we have one of […]

The Aaron Judge free agency race is potentially down to three teams. The New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers have all recently been linked to the slugger. Other suitors could emerge, but it appears as if these are the three teams leading the pack. The Dodgers are reportedly considering a major […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have plenty of uncertainties worth addressing this offseason. Their Cody Bellinger non-tender decision has them on the lookout for a new centerfielder. Shortstop Trea Turner is a likely candidate to leave in free agency. But LA has answers to other questions right in front of them. Here is a look at […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers, despite a disappointing end to a 111-win season after fizzling out in the NLDS, remain arguably the most stacked team in the entire MLB. However, the Dodgers still have pressing issues to deal with in free agency, most notably the situation of free agent shortstop Trea Turner, the Dodgers’ marquee acquisition […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers receive some positive updates on the statuses of Blake Treinen and Gavin Lux. Both players have not seen action since early September due to injuries, but Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes that Treinen and Lux will be back in action before the end of the week and end of the month, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a minor injury concern regarding infielder Gavin Lux earlier this week. Lux was initially slotted in the Dodgers lineup for their home matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday but was later scratched due to what manager Dave Roberts described as a “neck issue.” “Gavin has this neck issue,” Roberts […]

Tampa Bay Rays star Brandon Lowe was diagnosed with a stress reaction in his back on Tuesday. He is expected to miss a minimum of three weeks. However, the injury will likely keep him out even longer due to rehab stints and what not. This unfortunate news has Brandon Lowe fantasy baseball managers scrambling to find […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ former first round pick Gavin Lux had lofty expectations upon entering the organization following the 2016 Draft. However, his climb to big league stardom has been a slow one and people around the league have questioned whether or not Lux will pan out in LA. But the Dodgers recent trade of AJ […]