Tanner Scott has faced challenges since joining the Los Angeles Dodgers, showing a notable decline in performance compared to his previous season. While he achieved a stellar 1.75 ERA over 72 innings with the Miami Marlins and San Diego Padres last year, his current ERA stands at 4.56 through 25.2 innings as a Dodger, with five blown saves out of 15 chances.
Despite these struggles, Scott continues to lead the team with 10 saves and has recorded an impressive 28 strikeouts against just three walks. However, he has given up 13 earned runs in his 27 appearances, overshadowing his otherwise strong strikeout-to-walk ratio.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts commented candidly on Scott’s performance, expressing that neither he nor Scott himself expected this level of output. The pressure of Scott’s four-year, $72 million contract may have contributed to heightened expectations, which Roberts acknowledged.
Roberts emphasized that while perfection is unattainable in baseball, Scott deserves some patience as he adjusts to his new role. He stated, “We’re betting on him not just for the season but for the postseason,” indicating the team’s faith in Scott’s potential.
Scott remains optimistic about making improvements moving forward, recognizing both the ups and downs of his performance. He noted the importance of embracing the challenges inherent in the game, stating, “If I was only seeing good, baseball wouldn’t be baseball, right?”
As the season progresses, there is hope that Scott can regain his form, particularly with the postseason approaching. Fans and the Dodgers organization alike will be eager to see if Scott can turn his performance around in the coming months.