Dodgers Replace Julio Urias with Clutch Infielder After Arrest
LA Dodgers make strategic move to minimize distraction caused by Julio Urias' arrest during playoffs.
Days after receiving unsettling news about starter Julio Urias, the Dodgers organization has taken proactive steps to eliminate distractions stemming from his recent arrest. The team’s latest move involves clearing out Urias’ locker to make room for one of their newest Dodger infielders, who has already showcased his clutch abilities on the field.
Scheduled to be a key part of Dave Roberts’ playoff rotation, Julio Urias found himself arrested on felony domestic violence charges during a recent LAFC soccer match, prompting MLB to place him on administrative leave. Without his services for the postseason, the Dodgers have been diligently working to mitigate the fallout. This includes removing murals featuring Urias, canceling his scheduled bobblehead night, and now, reassigning his former locker to Wong, a decision that even caught Roberts by surprise.
In his brief tenure with the team, Wong has left a lasting impression by delivering critical plays in pivotal moments. Notably, he launched a three-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning against the Braves, injecting life into a series that had been rather dismal for the Dodgers. More recently, Wong helped the team tie up a game against the Nationals in the ninth inning by singling home James Outman, giving LA a chance for victory.
Wong’s heroics have not gone unnoticed, and the former Mariner has revitalized his season in Dodger blue. After a rough start at the plate in 2023 with Seattle, Wong inked a minor league deal following his release from the Emerald City, around the trade deadline. His impressive performance with OKC earned him a call-up to Dave Roberts’ roster, and the veteran has already proven his worth in limited playing time with the Dodgers.
This strategic move to assign Wong Urias’ locker underscores the organization’s commitment to maintaining team cohesion during a challenging time. The Dodgers continue to focus on their playoff aspirations, with Wong’s clutch plays offering hope for a successful postseason campaign.
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