Dodgers Linked to 2.83-ERA Reliever in Potential Free Agent Splash
Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers are exploring the possibility of signing Pete Fairbanks, a relief pitcher from the Tampa Bay Rays. Fairbanks recently became a free agent after the Rays declined his contract option. The Dodgers are interested in adding him to strengthen their bullpen.Key Facts
- The Los Angeles Dodgers are recent back-to-back World Series champions.
- The Dodgers are looking to improve their bullpen, a key weak point last season.
- Pete Fairbanks is a relief pitcher whose team option was not picked up by the Tampa Bay Rays.
- Fairbanks had a 2.83 ERA last season and a fastball velocity in the 90th percentile.
- He pitched 60.1 innings and achieved 27 saves last season.
- Fairbanks uses his fastball and slider effectively, with his slider recording a .173 batting average against hitters.
- The Dodgers are considering adding Fairbanks for more bullpen strength.
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