With all the attention the Los Angeles Dodgers received for signing Trevor Bauer to a record-setting contract, it overshadowed a similarly important addition with David Price re-joining the team.
Price similarly was a viewed as a secondary piece when the Dodgers completed their blockbuster trade with the Boston Red Sox last year to also acquire Mookie Betts. While Betts was instrumental in the Dodgers ending their World Series drought, Price watched from home after opting out due to concerns with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
He has openly discussed how difficult of a decision that was, and conversely the ease that came with deciding to play this season.