The Los Angeles Dodgers have recently bolstered their pitching staff by signing veteran right-hander Chris Stratton, who has been added to the active roster following the optioning of Bobby Miller to Triple-A Oklahoma City. To make room for Stratton on the 40-man roster, J.P. Feyereisen has been designated for assignment.
Miller’s previous stint with the Dodgers saw him pitched in the aftermath of a taxing 13-inning game, where he successfully managed two innings in a 5-2 loss against the New York Mets. Despite a rocky outing in his earlier start this season, where he struggled to command the game and yielded a grand slam, Miller has shown potential in Triple-A, posting a 4.63 ERA in eight appearances.
Stratton joins the Dodgers after being released by the Kansas City Royals, where he had a challenging season marked by a 7.94 ERA across 17 innings. With experience spanning ten MLB seasons, Stratton’s career statistics include a 4.63 ERA over 620.1 innings pitched. Although he brings both starting and relief experience, he hasn’t made a start since 2019. His addition is seen as a temporary measure to help alleviate the strain on an overworked Dodgers bullpen.
This strategic move reflects the Dodgers’ ongoing efforts to manage their pitcher workloads effectively, especially given the injuries and fatigue currently affecting their roster. The team’s success hinges on its ability to navigate these challenges, and the introduction of Stratton might just provide the necessary support.
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