Dodgers Call Up Top Prospect Josue De Paula
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The Dodgers' manager laid out what he'll look for from the Dodgers' No. 1 prospect during his unexpected September call-up.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are attempting to prepare for the postseason by winning the National League West and attempting to catch the Milwaukee Brewers for the best record in the National League. Manager Dave Roberts wants his team to be in a position to secure their third consecutive World Series title throughout October.
Joshua Baez and Josue De Paula are among the best options to consider on the fantasy baseball waiver wire for Week 26.
As for De Paula, he's being called up to replace Shohei Ohtani, who's going on the injured list. The 21-year-old is the first position player to be called up straight from Double-A in Andrew Friedman's tenure with the Dodgers.
Josue De Paula never expected his season to end with a major league debut. The 21-year-old Dodgers prospect thought he was heading to Triple-A before learning he was joining the “big dogs.” With Shohei Ohtani sidelined by right biceps inflammation,
With Shohei Ohtani going to the injured list, the Los Angeles Dodgers are calling up prized prospect Josue De Paula. He can't pitch like Ohtani, but may hit like him.
Josue De Paula is getting the call to the big leagues by the Dodgers, and in the wake of Shohei Ohtani's injury, looks to slot in with ample opportunity to perform.