It’s been a long road, but Adam Kolarek is finally back in a Los Angeles Dodgers uniform.
On Sunday, the Dodgers announced a trio of moves, recalling Kolarek, optioning Andre Jackson, and transferring Trayce Thompson to the 60-day injured list.
Adam Kolarek is back. The Dodgers recalled the lefty (who previously played for them in 2019 & 2020) ahead of today's bullpen game. Andre Jackson was optioned. Trayce Thompson was transferred to the 60-day IL
— Jack Harris (@ByJackHarris) June 11, 2023
Kolarek was part of the 2020 World Series-winning roster, helping LA claim its first title in over 30 years. Following that campaign, Kolarek was traded to the Oakland Athletics. He struggled for two seasons in the Bay Area, compiling a 5.74 ERA in 27 appearances.
Following the 2022 season, Kolarek elected free agency, signing a minor league deal with the Dodgers.
The 34-year-old started the season with Triple-A Oklahoma City but is needed for Sunday’s bullpen day against the Philadelphia Phillies. Across 20.2 innings pitched in the minors, the southpaw has a 2.18 ERA and 5.2 K/9 rate.
The Dodgers are going for the series win as -132 chalk, per FanDuel Sportsbook. That price doesn’t accurately reflect their chances of winning, as the SportsGrid projections show a five-star advantage in backing LA on the run line.
