Dodgers Nation · Aug 2, 2021
Dodgers: Why Having Trea Turner and Corey Seager Isn’t a Problem for LA
Folks, Trea Turner is officially a Los Angeles Dodger. The All-Star shortstop adds even more talent to a potent Dodgers lineup. But, how will both he and Corey Seager co-exist on the same roster?
There are three reasons it won’t be a problem for the Dodgers.
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1. Trea Turner’s Athleticism
Turner broke into the majors as a centerfielder and a second baseman. The fleet-footed Florida native has all the range and then some to play the outfield for the Dodgers.
Turner has ranked in the top ten in the majors in sprint speed every year he’s been in the majors. He’s not just a speedster – he has 18 home runs with a .521 slugging percentage to boot.