PHOENIX — Christian Walker hit two homers, Joc Pederson added a late grand slam and the Arizona Diamondbacks coasted past the Los Angeles Angels 11-1 on Thursday night. “You get a chance with a couple guys on, to be able to make that count in the first, that’s good.” His 15th long ball came just two innings later when another …
Joc Pederson might not remember the full trade package. Always known for his natural athleticism and powerful swing, Pages hit 10 home runs in his first year of pro ball at the club’s complex in the Dominican Republic — “which, in those parks, and at that time,” Dodgers director of player development Will Rhymes recalled, “was pretty unique.” Pages’ production …
Dodgers pitcher Ross Stripling and outfielder Joc Pederson were almost traded to the Angels during the offseason in exchange for young, versatile infielder Luis Rengifo and a few minor leaguers. With that deal nearly done, they offered the Angels outfielder Joc Pederson and pitcher Ross Stripling in exchange for young, versatile infielder Luis Rengifo and a few minor leaguers. Would …
