There is no denying that Justin Turner was the Dodgers’ Main Clubhouse Leader during his tenure with the team. Of course, Mookie Betts and Clayton Kershaw were also there and are leaders, and what I am about to write is in no way meant to be demeaning to JT, who will always have a special place in Dodger lore. However, maybe Andrew Friedman and the Dodger Brass felt it was time to move on from JT – Yes, his bat has slowed, his legs are a step slower, and his glovework at 3B has slipped. He is on the downside of his career… as is JD Martinez.
JD Martinez – New Clubhouse Leader
