Dodgers dealt major blow with loss of SS Gavin Lux

Dodgers shortstop Gavin Lux suffered a torn ACL throughout a spring coaching recreation Monday that can doubtless finish his season, the staff revealed Tuesday.

Supervisor Dave Roberts referred to as the loss a “massive blow,” including Miguel Rojas, who was meant to be a backup, will play shortstop, via ESPN. 

Within the offseason, former Dodgers SS Trea Turner signed an 11-year, $300 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, leaving a emptiness on the place. Lux was the apparent option to take over. As insurance coverage, the Dodgers traded for Rojas, who may play different infield spots. 

Roberts additionally advised the media that Chris Taylor will begin a throwing program to play extra shortstop, and outfielder Mookie Betts would possibly see extra enjoying time at second base to assist out at any time when wanted.