Mar 1, 2021; Glendale, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers Kody Hoese (63) poses during media day at Camelback Ranch. Mandatory Credit: MLB Photos via USA Today Sports
The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the position contending teams dream of: their seemingly endless minor-league pipeline has produced a succession of MLB stars who’ve been able to fill in admirably and take the reins when necessary.
The problem? Even with a reportedly perfect roster, things can go off the rails quickly. And in the heat of a pennant race, established major leaguers are usually preferable to prospects.