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 > Dodgers News > Dodgers News: James Outman Will Receive ‘Lion’s Share’ Of Starts Against Right-Handed Pitching
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Dodgers News: James Outman Will Receive ‘Lion’s Share’ Of Starts Against Right-Handed Pitching

Matt Borelli
March 29, 2023
3 Min Read
James Outman, 2023 Spring Training
Matt Kartozian/USA TODAY Sports
SHARE

The Los Angeles Dodgers have all but officially set their Opening Day roster for the 2023 season, with James Outman earning the final position player spot over the likes of Steven Duggar, Luke Williams and Bradley Zimmer.

Outman will be one of six outfielders on the Dodgers active roster, along with Mookie Betts, Jason Heyward, David Peralta, Chris Taylor and Trayce Thompson.

Betts will be the everyday starter in right field, and left field will be shared by Peralta and Taylor. Thompson is expected to get the majority of at-bats in center field against left-handed pitching and Outman will get most of the starts when a right-hander is on the mound.

“You know, I just want it to be clear, cycling in and out, it’s essentially two positions of nine spots in the order,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said of how his outfield will be configured.

“So I think that for us, right now, Trayce and C.T. are going to take the brunt of those left-handed at-bats. And then versus right, I think it’s a combo of James, Peralta and J-Hey.

“I think that James is going get the lion’s share of those right-handed at-bats in center field. So when you look at it like that, then it’s kind of seeing how guys perform.”

Outman had a strong Spring Training in which he batted .283/.391/.566 with four doubles, one triple, three home runs and 11 RBI over 23 games. The 25-year-old appeared in four games with L.A. last season and enjoyed a historic MLB debut against the Colorado Rockies.

Outman began the 2022 season with Double-A Tulsa, where he hit .295/.394/.552 with 17 doubles, one triple, 16 home runs and 45 RBI over 68 games. Upon earning a promotion to Triple-A Oklahoma City, Outman batted .292/.390/.627 with 14 doubles, 15 home runs, 42 runs scored and 61 RBI in 57 games.

James Outman: ‘Pretty surreal’ earning spot on Dodgers Opening Day roster

Outman wasn’t focused on making the Dodgers Opening Day roster but nevertheless is pleasantly surprised to be breaking camp with the team.

Have you subscribed to the Dodger Blue YouTube channel? Be sure to ring the notification bell to watch player interviews, participate in shows and giveaways, and stay up to date on all Dodgers news and rumors!

Total
0
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Share 0
TAGGED:James OutmanLos Angeles Dodgers
ByMatt Borelli
Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Dodgers as a staff writer for Dodger Blue and holds similar responsibilities for Lakers Nation, a sister site with an emphasis on the Los Angeles Lakers. He also contributes to RamsNewswire.com and RaidersNewswire.com. An avid fantasy sports player, Matt is a former 2014 MLB Beat the Streak co-champion. His favorite Dodgers moment, among a list of many, is Clayton Kershaw's no-hitter against the Colorado Rockies in 2014. Follow him on Twitter: @mcborelli.
Ad imageAd image
Sign Up for Our Newsletter
Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

You Might Also Like

Gavin Lux, 2021 Spring Training
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Dodgers Injury Update: Gavin Lux Joining Alternate Training Site

April 23, 2021
April 23, 2021
2016 Minor League Year In Review: Arizona League Dodgers
Dodgers Minor LeaguesDodgers News

Yadier Alvarez Headlines 5 Dodgers In Baseball Prospectus Top 101 Prospects For 2017

February 13, 2017
February 13, 2017
Andre-ethier
Dodgers NewsSpring Training

Dodgers News: Andre Ethier Pushing Forward With ‘Every Day’ Mentality

February 29, 2016
February 29, 2016
Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen against the Arizona Diamondbacks
Dodgers News

Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Confident Kenley Jansen Can Be ‘Elite’ Once Mechanics Are Ironed Out

August 20, 2019
August 20, 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