Eddie Rosario has had quite the journey in the MLB. After two stints with the Atlanta Braves, Rosario packed his bags for Los Angeles to join the Dodgers.
The catch is he’s on a minor league deal, so there’s no guaranteed payday waiting for him. Instead, he’s got to fight for his spot. And judging by his attitude in a recent spring training video, he’s all in.
A No-Brainer Move to a Championship Contender
Rosario made it clear that choosing the Dodgers was a no-brainer. Why? Because they’re built to win. And when you’re a guy who’s been around the league for a decade, you know a good situation when you see one.
“They’ve got the best player in the world,” he said, referring to Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, or one of the other superstars on this roster. That’s the kind of energy Rosario wants to be around.
Will Rosario Make the Opening Day Roster?
But let’s talk about reality. Can Rosario crack this Opening Day roster? That’s where things get interesting. A lot depends on James Outman, who has been struggling at the plate in spring training.
If Outman can’t turn things around, that might open a door for Rosario—though he’s also got Chris Taylor in the mix, fighting for a similar role.
Rosario’s experience, power, and ability to come through in clutch moments definitely work in his favor. But he’s going to have to prove he still belongs. He is already well on his way based on Spring Training performance so far.
A Proven Track Record of Clutch Performances
And let’s not forget, this guy has been through the highs and lows of Major League Baseball. He was a star in Minnesota, mashing 119 home runs in six seasons with the Twins.
He turned into a postseason hero with the Braves in 2021, winning NLCS MVP honors on their way to a World Series title. However, since then has been a bit of a rollercoaster.
Last season, he split time between Atlanta and Washington, and now he’s betting on himself again, hoping for another shot with one of the best teams in baseball.
The Dodgers are getting a veteran with over 1,000 career hits, 201 home runs, and a reputation for stepping up when it matters.
Whether he makes the team or not is still up in the air, but Rosario isn’t backing down from the challenge.
And if he finds a way onto this roster? Don’t be surprised if he delivers some big moments when it counts.
