The Los Angeles Dodgers have recently bolstered their roster by signing right fielder Jason Heyward to a one-year contract valued at $9 million. Heyward, 34, is set to embark on his second season with the Dodgers, following a notable performance last season where he batted .269 with 15 home runs and 40 RBIs in 124 games. His proficiency was particularly evident against right-handed pitchers, with whom he had a .276 batting average, 13 home runs, and 38 RBIs.
Heyward’s career in the Major Leagues spans 14 seasons, during which he has played for the Atlanta Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs, and the Dodgers. Known for his defensive skills, he is a four-time winner of the Rawlings Gold Glove Award. His career statistics include a .258 batting average, 174 home runs, and 681 RBIs. Heyward’s journey in the Majors began with the Atlanta Braves in 2010, where he made an immediate impact as a 20-year-old, finishing second in the Rookie of the Year voting and earning a spot on the All-Star team.
Drafted by the Braves in the first round of the 2007 First Year Player Draft, Heyward’s return to the Dodgers is a testament to his enduring skill and value to the team, both as a seasoned player and a formidable presence in the outfield.
