Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers have decided not to include Michael Conforto, a former All-Star, on their roster for the National League Wild Card Series against the Cincinnati Reds. Instead, they added rookie Justin Dean, who has played very few major league games. The Dodgers are still deciding on their starting lineup for the game.
Key Facts
- The Dodgers play the Cincinnati Reds in the first game of the National League Wild Card Series.
- Michael Conforto, who signed a $17 million deal, was not included in the series roster.
- Conforto has a .199 batting average in 138 games this season.
- Justin Dean, a rookie with only two career at-bats, was activated to the roster.
- Dean's role is likely as a late-game defensive replacement.
- The Dodgers' outfield starters are expected to include Teoscar Hernández and Andy Pages.
- The team is deciding on their starting lineup, considering a left-handed heavy option against pitcher Hunter Greene.
