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Catches on with Rangers The Rangers claimed Peters off waivers from the Dodgers on Monday.

Impact The 25-year-old outfielder lost his spot on the Dodgers' 40-man roster last week after Los Angeles needed room for starting pitcher Danny Duffy (forearm), whom the Dodgers acquired in a trade with Kansas City. A former top prospect in the Dodgers' system, Peters' outlook dimmed in recent years after he struggled to cut down his strikeout rates at the upper levels of the minors. Even if the high amount of swing and miss in Peters' game prevents him from consistently tapping into his considerable raw power, he'll at least have a clearer path to at-bats in the big leagues with the Rangers compared to the Dodgers, who are overflowing with quality outfielders. Peters has two minor-league options remaining, so he'll likely report to Triple-A Round Rock to begin his time with the Rangers organization.

AUGUST 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers get Royals left-hander Danny Duffy for playoff push

The Los Angeles Dodgers have gotten Kansas City left-hander Danny Duffy in a trade as the World Series champions boosted their rotation for a playoff push

JULY 30, 2021 • Associated Press

Loses roster spot Peters was designated for assignment Thursday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Peters managed to reach the majors for the first time this season, and he hit .192/.382/.385 across 34 plate appearances. The bigger concern was his subpar performance with Triple-A Oklahoma City, as he struck at a 28.4 percent rate and had just a 71 wRC+ in 204 plate appearances. His designation opens a roster spot for Danny Duffy (forearm).

JULY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cody Bellinger returns to the Dodgers lineup

Cody Bellinger is back in the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers

MAY 29, 2021 • Associated Press

Optioned to Triple-A Peters was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Peters hit his first major-league home run Thursday, but he'll now return to the minors as part of a shuffle after Cody Bellinger (lower leg) and Zach McKinstry (oblique) were reinstated from the 10-day injured list. Peters slashed .238/.448/.476 with a home run, two doubles, five runs, four RBI and 10 strikeouts during his most recent stint in the majors.

MAY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First big-league homer Peters went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and two strikeouts as Los Angeles triumphed 4-3 over San Francisco on Thursday.

Impact Peters placed an Alex Wood fifth-inning slider over the center-field fence for his first career home run to extend the Dodger lead to 3-1. Although it's a small sample, Peters has shown more of an on-base prowess in 31 at-bats with a .200/.394/.400 slash line with eight walks compared to three extra-base hits.

MAY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers outlast rival Giants 4-3 in homer-filled contest

Max Muncy hit a go-ahead solo shot leading off the sixth — one of five home runs in the game — and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 4-3

MAY 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Muncy HR, Dodgers beat Kazmir, Giants for 7th straight win

Max Muncy hit another memorable home run into McCovey Cove, connecting off Scott Kazmir in the lefty’s first big league game since 2016, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Fr...

MAY 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Dodgers rally past Diamondbacks 4-2 for 7th win in 8 games

Will Smith’s pinch-hit sacrifice fly with the bases loaded in the seventh inning scored the tying and go-ahead runs when Josh Rojas dropped the ball in right field, and the Los Ang...

MAY 20, 2021 • Associated Press

Expected to see more time in CF Peters is among a group of players who will see playing time in center field in the wake of Corey Seager's (hand) placement on the injured list, Michael J. Duarte of NBC LA reports...

Impact The Dodgers have been hit hard by injuries that have depleted their depth in center field this season, with Cody Bellinger (lower leg), AJ Pollock (hamstring) and Zach McKinstry (oblique) currently occupying spots on the injured list. Chris Taylor would typically fill in at the position, but he is now needed to play the infield more regularly with Seager out at least four weeks after fracturing a bone in his right hand. That leaves Peters, Mookie Betts and Taylor to rotate in center. Peters started at the position Monday, going 0-for-2 with a pair of intentional walks. He is batting only .167 on the season but has drawn four free passes in 16 plate appearances.

MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bauer K's 10, Muncy has 3 hits as Dodgers blank Marlins 7-0

Trevor Bauer threw seven shutout innings and struck out 10, Max Muncy had three hits and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 7-0 to extend their winning streak to fo...

MAY 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Collects first big-league hit Peters went 1-for-1 with a double, a walk and a run in Saturday's 14-11 victory over the Angels.

Impact Peters came on as a defensive replacement for Mookie Betts in the fifth inning and logged his first at-bat of the game in the seventh. The rookie lofted a ball down the left-field line that Jon Jay made a sliding attempt at but could not secure, giving Peters his first base hit as a major-leaguer. He's gone 1-for-6 with four strikeouts overall this season.

MAY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers blow most of 13-run lead, still outlast Angels 14-11

Mookie Betts drove in a season-high four runs, and the Los Angeles Dodgers blew most of a 13-run lead before holding on for a 14-11 victory over the Los Angeles Angels

MAY 9, 2021 • Associated Press

Recalled by Dodgers Peters was called up by the Dodgers on Saturday.

Impact Peters will give the Dodgers extra insurance in the outfield with AJ Pollock dealing with a hamstring strain. His stay may not be a long one, however, as Pollock remains on the roster, with reliever Edwin Uceta getting optioned to clear a spot for him.

MAY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent down Wednesday Peters was optioned to the Dodgers' alternate training site Wednesday.

Impact Peters rejoined the major-league roster for Tuesday's loss to the Reds but didn't appear in the contest. His removal from the major-league roster makes room for left-hander Victor Gonzalez, who was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list in a corresponding move.

APRIL 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back with big-league club Peters was recalled from the alternate training site Tuesday.

Impact The 25-year-old was sent to the alternate site Monday but will quickly rejoin the major-league club. Peters is 0-for-5 with four strikeouts in three appearances this season.

APRIL 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back to alternate site Peters was optioned to the Dodgers' alternate training site on Monday.

Impact Peters earned his first career callup on Friday. He came to the plate five times during the weekend series against the Padres, going 0-for-5 with four strikeouts.

APRIL 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Padres rally from late 6-run deficit, beat Dodgers 8-7 in 11

Fernando Tatís Jr. scored on Eric Hosmer’s sacrifice fly in the 11th inning and the San Diego Padres rallied from a late six-run deficit for an 8-7 victory over the Los Angeles Dod...

APRIL 26, 2021 • Associated Press

Makes big-league debut Peters went 0-for-1 in Friday's loss to the Padres.

Impact Peters came on as a pinch hitter for his first major-league at-bat in the ninth inning and grounded out to third base to end the game. The rookie was recalled earlier in the day with Zach McKinstry (oblique) going on the 10-day IL. With the Dodgers scheduled to play every day between now and May 5, Peters could see occasional playing time, and he offers some power potential having hit at least 23 homers in each of his past three minor-league campaigns.

APRIL 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Dodgers Peters was recalled by the Dodgers on Friday.

Impact Peters slashed .237/.370/.421 with two home runs and five RBI this spring and will now be available to make his major-league debut after Zach McKinstry (oblique) was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday. Peters isn't starting Friday's game against the Padres but could be available off the bench if needed.

APRIL 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A Peters was optioned to minor-league camp Friday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Peters spent some time at first base in addition to the outfield this spring and slashed .235/.366/.441 with two home runs and four RBI over 20 Cactus League games. He'll join the minor-league camp ahead of the regular season but could make his major-league debut at some point in 2021.

MARCH 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Getting reps at first base Peters has been working at first base during spring camp, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Impact Peters explained that he started practicing at the position during his time in the bubble with the Dodgers last season. Though there's no indication that the team is looking for him to switch positions, adding first base to his repertoire at least gives Peters more versatility in anticipation of his first call-up to the majors, which could come this season.

MARCH 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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