Dodger BlueDodger BlueDodger Blue
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Spring Training
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Font ResizerAa
Dodger BlueDodger Blue
Font ResizerAa
  • Dodgers News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
  • Team
  • Video
  • Odds
  • About
Search
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Spring Training
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Follow US
© 2024 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Dodger Blue > Game Central > Spring Training Preview: Adrian Gonzalez Makes Debut, Dodgers And Rockies Meet For Final Time
Game CentralSpring Training

Spring Training Preview: Adrian Gonzalez Makes Debut, Dodgers And Rockies Meet For Final Time

Matthew Moreno
March 6, 2017
3 Min Read
Adrian-gonzalez-8
Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
SHARE

UPDATE (March 6, 12:45 p.m. PT): Scott Kazmir was removed in the second inning due to hip tightness. He’s scheduled to undergo MRI.


For a third time in the past week the Los Angeles Dodgers travel to Salt River Fields, and match up for a second game against the Colorado Rockies. Los Angeles hit three home runs in their 14-3 victory over Colorado on Feb. 28.

Monday’s meeting is the third and final of the spring between the two clubs. Adrian Gonzalez makes his 2017 debut, serving as the Dodgers designated hitter and batting fourth. Gonzalez had been sidelined since reporting to camp because of a sore right elbow. He’s expected to start at first base on Tuesday, then leave to join Team Mexico for the 2017 World Baseball Classic.

Meanwhile, Scott Kazmir takes the mound for his second start of the year. Kazmir allowed two runs (one earned) and issued a pair of walks over 1.2 innings pitched in his debut against the San Francisco Giants.

Kazmir retired the side in the first inning before running into command issues. The 33-year-old believed it was a byproduct of an extended pregame bullpen session and lack of driving through his delivery.

Chris Hatcher, Jacob Rhame, Patrick Schuster, Brandon Morrow and Ralston Cash are scheduled to follow Kazmir in relief.

Tyler Chatwood is also making his second start of the spring. He had two strikeouts and allowed one run over two innings of work against the San Diego Padres in his first outing on March 1.

The Dodgers are still without Corey Seager, who is sidelined due to back tightness. Kiké Hernandez starts at shortstop in what’s expected to be his final game with the Dodgers prior to joining Puerto Rico for the WBC.

Chris Taylor was slated to start at third base but he’s since been replaced by Justin Turner. Andre Ethier, Chase Utley, Yasmani Grandal and Joc Pederson are other regulars in the Dodgers lineup.

The Rockies figure to present a formidable challenge to Kazmir, as Charlie Blackmon, Carlos Gonzalez and Ian Desmond are among the regulars in their lineup.

Dodgers lineup:

LF: Andre Ethier
2B: Chase Utley
3B: Justin Turner
DH: Adrian Gonzalez
C: Yasmani Grandal
CF: Joc Pederson
1B: Scott Van Slyke
SS: Kiké Hernandez
RF: Henry Ramos

Rockies lineup:

CF: Charlie Blackmon
2B: DJ LeMahieu
RF: Carlos Gonzalez
1B: Ian Desmond
3B: Mark Reynolds
LF: Gerardo Parra
DH: Pat Valaika
SS: Alexi Amarista
C: Dustin Garneau

Total
0
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Share 0
TAGGED:2017 Spring TrainingAdrián GonzálezColorado RockiesLos Angeles DodgersScott Kazmir
ByMatthew Moreno
Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Executive Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
Ad imageAd image
Sign Up for Our Newsletter
Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

You Might Also Like

Cody-bellinger-28
Dodgers News

Dodgers News: Cody Bellinger ‘Right On Track’ To Return From Disabled List Once Eligible

August 27, 2017
August 27, 2017
Tony Gonsolin
FeaturedGame Central

Dodgers Vs. Diamondbacks Game Preview: Tony Gonsolin Tries To Build On Strong Start

April 26, 2022
April 26, 2022
Giancarlo-stanton-1
Rumors

MLB Rumors: Marlins Don’t Have Deadline For Giancarlo Stanton Trade Offers

November 29, 2017
November 30, 2017
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson celebrates after hitting a home run
Dodgers News

Joc Pederson Breaks Own Dodgers Franchise Record With 9th Leadoff Home Run

September 25, 2019
September 25, 2019

Categories

  • News
  • Rumors
  • Games
  • History

Information

  • Advertise
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

© 2025 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?

  • 日本語
  • 한국어