The New York Yankees’ loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series was followed by the departure of two-time All-Star second baseman Gleyber Torres via free agency, who subsequently signed with the Detroit Tigers. Meanwhile, the Dodgers, fresh off their championship, continued their trend of acquiring high-caliber talent.
Despite their star-studded roster, some believe the Dodgers could still be in the market for a second baseman. Kerry Miller of Bleacher Report recently proposed that a trade for the recently departed Torres could be a potential solution for Los Angeles.
While they could also explore adding a center fielder, especially given Tommy Edman’s versatility to play multiple positions, Miller suggests that bolstering the second base position might be the more logical move.
Los Angeles Dodgers — Gleyber Torres Trade Idea
Torres, in his final season with the Yankees, posted a respectable .257/.330/.378 slash line. His start with the Tigers in the current season was promising, hitting 3-for-7 before landing on the injured list.
However, reports indicate he is nearing a return to the lineup and has commenced ramping up his hitting program.
Acquiring Torres would provide Los Angeles with a seasoned second baseman, potentially allowing Edman to fill a need in center field, particularly if Andy Pages continues to struggle. However, such a move could impact the role of Hyeseong Kim, a talented infielder the Dodgers signed from the Korean Baseball Organization to a three-year, $12.5 million contract.
Kim is currently performing well in Triple-A and would likely serve in a utility capacity should the Dodgers trade for the more experienced Torres. Ultimately, a trade for Torres could solidify the Dodgers’ infield with a potent combination of Max Muncy, Mookie Betts, Torres, and Freddie Freeman, with Kim providing valuable versatility off the bench, while the outfield would likely feature Teoscar Hernández, Michael Conforto, and Edman.
Such a configuration could further enhance their chances of securing back-to-back World Series titles.