Alfonzo Jr. Makes MLB Debut | MLB News

Dodgers call up 26-year-old catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Junior from Triple-A Oklahoma City, who’s been crushing it this season with a .313 average and .392 OBP — making his MLB debut while filling the void left by injured catcher Will Smith. Alfonzo, who spent nine minor league seasons with the Tigers before signing with LA this offseason, is following in his father’s footsteps as a big league catcher. He’s been solid offensively, even if he’s only hit one homer yet, and his arrival opens a roster spot while sending Chuckie Robinson down. With Smith reportedly making progress in the cages, the Dodgers are wisely hedging their bets with depth at the plate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/80c0dcd2b335579c