New Dodgers’ reliever Nate Jones found himself in an unexpected spot a little less than three weeks ago. He was in the middle of a solid campaign — at least on paper — but was released by the Atlanta Braves who were concerned about all the walks Jones had allowed over his 12 games.
The reliever turned an unexpected situation into an enviable one. Here was a free agent with a 3.48 ERA on the open market in a year where many teams are struggling with injuries and ineffectiveness, particularly in the bullpen.