The Los Angeles Dodgers have traded for Joe Kelly and Lance Lynn, both of whom could be major additions to their pitching staff, thanks to the Chicago White Sox.
Joe Kelly is a former Dodger himself — a proponent of his famous frown — so it's understandable why Los Angeles might bring back the fan favorite.
Lance Lynn, however, was not something most pundits saw coming. Lynn has struggled this season, though he has a high K/9 and may be better utilized as a reliever. Pairing these two together helps increase the overall value of the trade package, meaning a retooling team like the Chicago White Sox can get more back in return. It's a smart move by both team, but in particular Chicago, which hopes to put themselves in position to win starting in 2024.
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It's tough to side against the Los Angeles Dodgers in any trade. Andrew Friedman knows the value of his minor-league system.
Chicago is smart to get the most for their rentals as possible. Lynn, nonetheless, is signed through the end of next season, meaning he'll be on the west coast for quite some time.
