When the Los Angeles Dodgers completed their trade with the Boston Red Sox last year, Mookie Betts was viewed as the difference-maker in what could have been his only season with the team.
As MLB was thrust into a shutdown due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Opening Day of the 2020 season was delayed until July. On the eve of the season starting, the Dodgers announced the signing of Betts to a record-setting contract extension.
His first year with the team was nothing short of successful as the Dodgers ended the franchise’s World Series drought. Betts of course factored heavily into their postseason run, providing several highlights along the way.