The Los Angeles Dodgers wrapped up their season series against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, but not before sharing a special moment with Gavin Lux prior to the opener at Dodger Stadium.
Lux had already faced his former team for the first time in his career during a three-game series in July at Great American Ball Park. However, the Dodgers waited until this week in order to present Lux with his 2024 World Series ring at Dodger Stadium.
Despite having to wait longer to receive his ring, Lux was enthused by the prospect of having the moment occur at the place he called home for parts of five seasons.
During an appearance on the “On Base with Mookie Betts” podcast, Lux said feeling the appreciation and camaraderie from his former teammates was the most meaningful part of the ceremony:
“It was great. I got a little emotional, but you can see I fought it back. I held it in. It was cool. You build that family, the bond you always have with every team but then when you make a run like that and win a World Series, a lot of guys don’t get to experience that. Seeing all you guys walk out, that was the coolest part for me. Was feeling the love from you guys.”
The World Series ring ceremony included receiving a gold Dodgers jersey and cap, as Lux was surrounded by his former teammates. The Dodgers also played a tribute video that included several of Lux’s top highlights during his time with the team.
The 20th overall pick in the 2016 MLB Draft, Lux enjoyed a successful tenure with the Dodgers. He made his Major League debut in 2019 and helped the team win two World Series championships before he was traded to the Reds during the offseason.
Gavin Lux describes emotions playing Dodgers
Faced with the task of competing against his former teammates, Lux had “butterflies” prior to their first meeting of the season. It was a state of mind that he hadn’t felt since last year’s postseason.
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