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Dodgers 2016 Player Review: Carl Crawford

Eric Avakian
November 11, 2016
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The 2016 season unfolded in a manner that even the well-prepared Los Angeles Dodgers could not have envisioned. There were several changes to the roster — big and small — with one of the more significant decisions involving Carl Crawford.

Andre Ethier, to no surprise, was named the starting left fielder. But he sustained a fractured tibia, which created an opportunity for Crawford. He started each of three games in the Opening Series, going 3-for-10 with one double and two RBIs during that span.

But it was downhill for Crawford after that point. He was placed on the 15-day disabled list April 9 and upon returning split time between starts and pinch-hit appearances. Crawford’s production waned as Trayce Thompson began to emerge.

Through his first five games of the season, Crawford held a .273 batting average. By the beginning of June, it dropped down to .185. That essentially forced the Dodgers’ hand in cutting ties with the four-time All-Star.

Crawford was designated for assignment June 5 and released from the organization eight days later. In 30 games played this season, Crawford batted a lowly .185/.230/.235 with two doubles, six RBIs and eight runs scored.

2016 Highlight

Although Crawford didn’t have many breakout games during the season, one of his brighter moments came against the San Diego Padres in the finale of the three-game Opening Series at Petco Park.

With Los Angeles holding a 1-0 lead and runners on first and second base, Crawford ripped an RBI double down the line. He then scored on Joc Pederson’s two-run single.

2017 Outlook

Crawford didn’t latch on with a club after getting released by the Dodgers. There were rumblings the Tampa Bay Rays had interest in a reunion, but not much came of it.

Crawford hasn’t formally announced his retirement, which suggests he may attempt to play next season. The Dodgers owe Crawford $21 million in 2017. Any salary received in a contract he signs will offset what Los Angeles remains on the hook for.

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ByEric Avakian
Eric Avakian is a journalist from Burbank, Calif., serving as a staff writer at DodgerBlue.com. Eric was a June 2016 graduate from the Business Administration department at Cal Poly Pomona. Eric also serves as a staff writer at Lakersnation.com and previously served as a staff writer for Dodgers Nation. Contact: Eric@mediumlargela.com
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