When the Los Angeles Dodgers announced non-roster invitees to 2020 Spring Training, much of the focus went to well-known prospects Jeter Downs and Josiah Gray. There was also attention on top prospects Tony Gonsolin and Dustin May, among others.
Meanwhile, Cody Thomas was largely an afterthought and one of the many outfielders who were going to be in camp at Camelback Ranch. But that quickly changed as the former Oklahoma Sooners backup quarterback flashed his athleticism and power early into Cactus League play.
“He’s an interesting guy,” Dodgers manager Dave Robert said. “Football player, quarterback. The body is great, skill set is really good.