The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired pitcher Andrew Heaney from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for two minor league prospects. Heaney is a left-handed pitcher who has struggled in recent seasons. However, he is still a talented pitcher, and the Dodgers are hoping he can regain his form. Heaney is expected to join the Dodgers' starting rotation.
Heaney, 30, was drafted by the Los Angeles Angels in the first round of the 2012 MLB draft. He made his major league debut in 2014 and quickly became one of the Angels' top pitchers. In 2015, he went 11-9 with a 3.49 ERA in 30 starts. He also made his first All-Star appearance that season.
However, Heaney's career has since gone downhill. He has struggled with injuries and inconsistency in recent seasons. In 2021, he went 5-4 with a 5.11 ERA in 19 starts for the Angels and New York Yankees.
Despite his struggles, the Dodgers are still confident that Heaney can be a valuable member of their rotation. He has a good fastball and curveball, and he has shown flashes of his potential in the past. The Dodgers are hoping that he can regain his form in Los Angeles.
Heaney is expected to join the Dodgers' starting rotation, which currently includes Walker Buehler, Julio Urias, Clayton Kershaw, and Tony Gonsolin. The Dodgers also have David Price and Dustin May on the injured list.
The Dodgers are one of the favorites to win the World Series this season. They have a deep lineup, a strong bullpen, and a solid starting rotation. The addition of Heaney gives them even more depth in their rotation.
The Dodgers are always looking for ways to improve, and the acquisition of Heaney is a step in the right direction. He is a talented pitcher who has the potential to be a major contributor for the Dodgers this season.