JOC PEDERSON NEWS

Postseason availability in question Pederson may not be able to stick with the Dodgers throughout the postseason due to a family matter, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Pederson recently returned from a stay on the family medical emergency list, but it appears that the private matter may affect his availability moving forward. According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, the outfielder's status for a potential playoff run remains uncertain. "I would expect him to be with us through the Wild Card series, but then after that I just don't know," Roberts stated Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers clinch NL's top seed, West title with win over A's

Corey Seager had three hits, including one of Los Angeles’ four home runs, as the Dodgers clinched the National League’s top postseason seed and eighth straight NL West title Tuesd...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • Associated Press

Placed on bereavement list Pederson was placed on the family medical emergency list Wednesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Impact Players spend a minimum of three days on the list, though pandemic-related protocols could potentially extend Pederson's absence. Zach McKinstry was recalled in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting against lefty Pederson is not in the lineup Saturday against the Astros, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Impact The 28-year-old was activated from the paternity list Friday, but he won't immediately rejoin the lineup with lefty Framber Valdez pitching for Houston. Pederson figures to start Sunday against righty Zack Greinke. A.J. Pollock will shift to left field while Gavin Lux serves as the designated hitter.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on paternity list Pederson was placed on the paternity list Tuesday.

Impact It turns out that the "family-related matter" that kept Pederson out of the lineup Sunday was of the positive variety. The Dodgers should be well-equipped to handle his absence and could give the likes of Enrique Hernandez or Matt Beaty some additional at-bats until he returns. Players typically spend around three days on the paternity list, though the coronavirus pandemic could potentially add some logistical delays to that timeline. Josh Sborz was recalled in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Kemp's clutch HR powers Rockies past Dodgers again, 7-6

The Colorado Rockies sent the Los Angeles Dodgers to their first series loss of the season with a 7-6 victory

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020 • Associated Press

Dealing with family matter Pederson isn't in Sunday's lineup due to a family-related matter, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Impact Pederson is sitting against a right-hander for the first time this season, and manager Dave Roberts revealed that he could be sidelined for multiple games. If Pederson is forced to miss additional time, A.J. Pollock and Enrique Hernandez could fill in as the left fielder.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Sunday Pederson isn't starting Sunday against the Rockies.

Impact Even with right-hander Ryan Castellani on the mound for Colorado, Pederson will get a breather for Sunday's series finale. A.J. Pollock will shift to left field with Matt Beaty entering the lineup as the designated hitter.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Homers in win Pederson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Friday's win over the Rockies.

Impact Pederson hit back-to-back homers with AJ Pollock in the eighth inning to help the Dodgers reclaim the lead. The 28-year-old now has six home runs on the season while batting .191/.296/.415 across 33 games.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

LA Dodgers blast 3 homers in 8th, surge past Rockies 10-6

The Los Angeles Dodgers hit three homers in the eighth inning to rally for a 10-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • Associated Press

Orioles end 19-game losing streak against Yankees

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 • Associated Press

Betts hits tying HR in 9th, Dodgers beat Diamondbacks in 10

Mookie Betts hit a tying homer in the ninth inning, Will Smith lined an RBI single in the 10th and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied past the reeling Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • Associated Press

On bench versus southpaw Pederson is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Diamondbacks, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Impact It's business as usual for Pederson, as he'll head to the bench with lefty Alex Young pitching for Arizona. Enrique Hernandez starts in left field Tuesday for Los Angeles.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers send starter Stripling to Toronto for 2 prospects

The Los Angeles Dodgers have traded right-hander Ross Stripling to the Toronto Blue Jays for two players to be named

AUGUST 31, 2020 • Associated Press

Sitting against lefty Pederson is not in Friday's lineup against the Rangers.

Impact As is typical, Pederson retreats to the bench with a lefty (Mike Minor) on the hill for the opposition. Even against righties, Pederson appears to be losing ground. He started off as the team's leadoff hitter against righties and has hit fifth or lower in each of his last four starts.

AUGUST 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Marmolejos' slam gives Mariners a twinbill split with Padres

AUGUST 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Kershaw wins third straight, Dodgers sweep Giants in DH

Clayton Kershaw struck out four over six scoreless innings, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers past the San Francisco Giants 7-0 in Game 1 of a doubleheader shutout sweep a day after...

AUGUST 27, 2020 • Associated Press

Dodgers reach halfway point with baseball's best record

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the best team in baseball

AUGUST 24, 2020 • Associated Press

Dodgers pound 7 homers, beat Rockies 11-3 to finish sweep

Kiké Hernández hit a three-run drive and Mookie Betts went deep twice in the Dodgers’ seven-homer attack, powering Los Angeles past the Colorado Rockies 11-3 for a three-game sweep

AUGUST 23, 2020 • Associated Press

On bench against lefty Pederson isn't in the lineup Saturday against the Rockies.

Impact With a left-hander (Kyle Freeland) on the mound for the Rockies, Pederson will sit for the second time in the past three games. Chris Taylor will start in left field with Enrique Hernandez starting at second base.

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Buehler strikes out 11, Dodgers beat Rox 5-1 for 20th win

Walker Buehler struck out 11 over six sharp innings in his best outing of the shortened season, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers past the slumping Colorado Rockies 5-1 on Friday nig...

AUGUST 22, 2020 • Associated Press

Sitting vs. southpaw Pederson is not starting Thursday against the Mariners.

Impact Pederson will head to the bench for Thursday's series finale with left-hander Yusei Kikuchi on the mound for Seattle. AJ Pollock is covering left field in his absence, with Matt Beatty serving as DH.

AUGUST 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Homers in loss Pederson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Wednesday's loss to Seattle.

Impact Pederson provided the Dodgers with their first lead of the game by launching a solo homer off Taijuan Walker in the second inning. Unfortunately, Los Angeles fell short this time. Across 67 at-bats this season, the 28-year-old is batting a mere .164/.263/.343 with four home runs.

AUGUST 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Nola drives in 4, Mariners snap Dodgers streak with 6-4 win

Austin Nola hit a three-run home run and had four RBIs, Taijuan Walker overcame early long-ball issues to throw seven strong inning, and the Seattle Mariners beat Los Angeles 6-4,...

AUGUST 20, 2020 • Associated Press

Sitting against left-hander Pederson isn't in the lineup Tuesday against the Mariners.

Impact With southpaw Marco Gonzales on the mound for Seattle, Pederson will get a day off. Chris Taylor will take over in left field, batting sixth.

AUGUST 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE