Among the Los Angeles Dodgers’ biggest weaknesses this season has been a bench that simply isn’t producing with any sort of consistency. While Matt Beaty and Zach McKinstry have thrived in limited opportunities thus far, the likes of Sheldon Neuse, DJ Peters, Luke Raley and Edwin Rios are hitting well below league average.
Each of the aforementioned players have less than a full season of games under their belt, making the unit one of the least experienced in the league. “Experience,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts answered when asked to explain the bench’s early struggles.
“I think you’re seeing Matt Beaty in his third year with experience, being able to handle the role and thrive.