Dodgers Poach Yankees Outfielder on Waivers
Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers have claimed outfielder Mike Siani off waivers from the New York Yankees. Siani, who has experience in various outfield positions, is expected to compete for playing time among the Dodgers' outfielders.Key Facts
- The Dodgers claimed Mike Siani from the Yankees, who had released him earlier.
- Before the Yankees, Siani was with the Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds.
- The Dodgers released infielder Andy Ibanez to make room for Siani.
- Siani has played in all three outfield positions but has a low batting performance.
- His major league batting stats are a .221 average, .277 on-base percentage, and .270 slugging.
- Siani will compete with other Dodgers outfielders like Tommy Edman and Alex Call.
- The Dodgers value Siani's defense and speed despite his poor hitting stats.
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