While Justin Turner said he’s “extremely happy” as a member of the Red Sox, exactly why his old team didn’t want him back remains a mystery.
Turner, 38, spent what has been to this point the best years of his career with the Dodgers. In nine seasons with Los Angeles, he made two All-Star teams, established himself as a clutch hitter, and became a well-liked personality on the team’s star-studded roster.
But following the 2022 season, his contract option was declined by the team. Even still, he hoped he might stay with the Dodgers.
In a recent interview with Jorge Castillo of The Los Angeles Times, Turner explained the series of events.