Former Dodgers World Series Champion Could Be Trade Deadline Target
Summary
Anthony Banda, a left-handed pitcher who recently won a World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is playing for the Minnesota Twins this season. The Twins are struggling, and Banda might be traded to a team needing a left-handed relief pitcher before the trade deadline on August 3.Key Facts
- Banda won two World Series with the Dodgers before being traded to the Twins in February.
- The Twins have a 27-33 record and are close to but not in the playoff wild card spot.
- Banda has made 28 appearances with a 5.40 ERA (earned run average) through May 31.
- He is 32 years old and has one year left under baseball's arbitration system, a process that sets player salaries.
- Banda throws a fastball averaging 94.2 mph and a slider that is especially effective against left-handed batters.
- In his time with the Dodgers, Banda had an 8-3 win-loss record and a 3.14 ERA, showing above-average performance.
- He pitched in four games of the 2024 World Series, allowing no runs.
- Teams may be interested in Banda at the trade deadline because of his experience and pitching style.
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