Required fields are marked *. Not only is Klay part of the organization, their oldest brother, Mychel, became a coach earlier in the year. I remember when I first got to the big leagues, these environments didn't seem like too much for me. Klay and Mychel were enamored. This is baseball, not basketball, so a half-decade moving up isnt rareGriffey and ARod of the those Thompson childhood Mariners teams being notable exceptions. All images are property the copyright holder and are displayed here for informational purposes only. In the seventh inning, Trayce was unexpectedly pulled from the game. Professional baseball player Trayce Thompson is sharing a romantic relationship with his long-term partner Jillian. It was a good year for me and kind of showed me I could still do this, Thompson said. In 146 plate appearances, Thompson is hitting .297/.384/.563 for a .946 OPS that is 58 percent better than league average. After two outfielders suffered injuries, Thompson was promoted in September. (I do like him in the bottom of the order. As a result, Thompson rarely checks the schedule more than a few days ahead of time. Who knows? Between July 2016 and the beginning of the 2022 campaign, he logged less than a seasons worth of MLB games in total. Jun 21, 2022. And while Trayce says Klays better than him on the court, he's not better than me at anything other than basketball. Nothing else? I really struggled versus the fastball., Thompson still managed strong numbers overall, but he knows crushing lefties [is] the whole reason I got traded here.. Data Provided By Tonight, in a sweaty September matchup with the San Diego Padres, Trayce gets the call in the bottom of the seventh to pinch hit with runners at second and third. Trayce Thompson takes batting practice during a workout ahead of Game 1 of the National League Division Series. Knowing Klays history, thats not happening anytime soon. Trayces road was different, and for good reason: making it in Major League Baseball comes down to luck, skill, stubbornness, and, most of all, timing. Trayce, meanwhile, has helped answer some of the Dodgers midseason problems. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. His world-famous brother was rehabbing from a world-famous ACL tear, but it felt familiar to all be together again. ; High School Santa Margarita Catholic High School; Debut August 4, 2015; Born March 15, 1991 in Los Angeles, CA USA; BR page. Im glad Im in the spot I am now. Fridays homer was his fourth in 79 at-bats for Los Angeles, and in the month of July, hes hitting .305 with five doubles, a triple and three homers. The reason why Roberts prefaced his remarks by saying they would be somewhat redundant was because Thompson has been delivering since joining the Dodgers for his second stint with the team (having also played for them from 2016-17). [20] In 48 games in the majors, he hit .116 with three home runs and nine RBI. It was his dream to put the Dodger uniform on again., Mychal Thompson, father of Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson. Season 2022. Did you even think this was a possibility?. See the receipts below: Trayce is Klay's younger brother by one year. Nearly half his RBIs have come in the seventh inning or later. [3] On September 14, 2021, the Cubs selected Thompson's contract. Youre just trying to make the play, and lucky for us, we came out on the right side of it.. They need guys to play well. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Trayce Thompson made last year. His mental approach is different and several swing adjustments over the years have him better prepared to do damage on high fastballs. I think Trayce is surprised by it, Roberts said of Thompson flipping his career tendencies. But then, he proudly noted, his collection always has featured more Dodger blue than anything else. Trayce Thompson discusses the last play of the game and his two-run homer off Chad Kuhl in the second inning. I knew I could get to the big leagues and contribute and reestablish myself and be an impact player, Thompson said recently, now more than a month removed from a trade that brought him back to Los Angeles, where he is emerging as a midseason surprise with a .291 batting average, four home runs and 17 RBIs in 31 games. Trayce, right, with brothers Klay and Mychel in 2017. Seeing him go after it day by day I was so proud and happy for him.. The family called him Bamm-Bamm growing up because he carried his bat around everywhere. Free Agent: 2026, More Trayce Thompson Pages at Baseball Reference, 2022 Dodgers As he worked his way back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament injury that ended his 2019 Finals run, Klay Thompson tore his Achilles tendon in November 2020. I had to dig deep, he said. I was talking with my uncle about it. When the Dodgers acquired outfielder Trayce Thompson from the Tigers in late June, his role was pretty clear: help hold down the fort while Mookie Betts was on the injured list with a fractured rib. We would be there all day, man, playing catch or shooting hoops. When he received the itinerary for the upcoming road trip on June 9, Thompson noticed Toledo played its next series at Triple-A Worcester, just up the road from Boston. I ask Trayce what would it feel like to win a ring with this Dodgers team the same year his brother won his fourth. He played in 48 games for the White Sox, was DFAd in late June and spent the rest of the season at Triple A. There were long hours spent in front of a computer, watching and replaying videos of his swing, and others around the sport he admired. Thompson is eligible for . I feel like I eventually would have gotten in a groove there, but it is what it is.. Trayce had been fortunate enough to attend Klays return to the NBA on Jan. 9 after 941 days between games, a super emotional night he found fulfilling. Your email address will not be published. I've been trying to manifest it. [11] When his injury did not respond to treatment, he underwent an X-Ray which revealed that he had multiple fractures in his back,[12] which kept him out of action for the rest of the season. I thought about Trayce every day, to be honest, Klay says. That afternoon, Id asked Trayce what it really means to grow up in a sports family. Jack Harris covers the Dodgers for the Los Angeles Times. That was going to be Craigs last hitter, so we needed every bit of that.\n\nThompson actually made the play look much easier than it was, thanks to a great jump off the bat and direct route to the ball. Over the 11 minutes of discussion, Roberts said that Justin Turner, who had been dealing with abdominal tightness, wouldnt play the rest of the series at Coors Field after missing six of the clubs previous seven games. Youre just trying to make the play, and lucky for us, we came out on the right side of it.","type":"markdown"},{"__typename":"ExternalEmbed","data":{"__typename":"ExternalEmbedContent","html":", "He's been unbelievable since he got here." His two-run homer to center in the second inning gave the Dodgers an early 4-0 lead. [10] He was placed on the disabled list on July 16 with a sore back. Hes not sure how long hell be there, but Thompson is confident he belongs in the majors. Hes earned some opportunities, so Im trying to get him in there when I can.. I want to be here, I want to be a Dodger, and I want to solidify a role and everything, he said. When their father got the Lakers announcing gig right before Klay started high school, the family relocated to Los Angeles and the three brothers became inseparable. Trayces father was the first overall pick in the 1978 draft and won two championships with the 1980s Lakers. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 11:02PM. The minor-league baseball schedule offered Trayce Thompson a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate his . When the Dodgers re-acquired Trayce, the thought was that he would mostly play against left-handed pitchers, but he has actually excelled much more against righties so far. I dont think Id be in that spot now if I didnt go through those few years.. And its a trait that should only grow in importance this season, with Thompson likely to split time with left-handed-hitting David Peralta in a left-field platoon. Thompson signed a minor-league deal with Detroit on May 19, the day after his brother scored 15 points and was plus-20 in 34 minutes against the Dallas Mavericks in a Game 1 win of the NBAs Western Conference Finals. Since 1957, GQ has inspired men to look sharper and live smarter with its unparalleled coverage of style, culture, and beyond. (His) perseverance, mental toughness and belief continuing to believe in himself and setting the goals to get to the majors and stay, he said. By Dan Hayes. For goodness sake, his numbers and the eye test say hes better than Gallo, Taylor and even Bellinger right now! Trayce Thompson had a .256 average last season and a .221 average over his career. From award-winning writing and photography to binge-ready videos to electric live events, GQ meets millions of modern men where they live, creating the moments that create conversations. A Phoenix native, he originally interned at The Times before joining the staff in 2019. When I was here first in 2016, I got hurt right at the beginning of July. In 2012, Thompson hit a combined .253 in 517 at-bats. He appeared in 27 games with the Dodgers but spent most of the season at Triple A. Quit being surprised and play him more. Rotowire Jan 13, 2023. Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes, one of his closest friends, ran over to Thompson last Tuesday when they clinched the NL West title, gave him a long, emotional embrace and said:How cool is this? Theres a lot more room to grow.. Five days later, Trayce Thompson is celebrating a signature moment of his own. It'd be the best year of our lives. One of those doubles was particularly memorable -- it was a clutch two-bagger at Dodger Stadium last Sunday with his brother, Warriors guard and four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson, on hand to celebrate. Hes smart enough to know that, one piece of value that he can add for our club, is to be more productive versus left-handed pitching.. He said the biggest advantage was that hed seen that a professional career was possible, so kind of by osmosis, you just expect things to happen. His brother has become famous for his clutch performances. Oh man! When I bring up his brothers meme-worthy China tour he starts laughing and shakes his head. That opportunity enticed the outfielder, too. He wore Number 21, his oldest brother Mychels jersey number with the Cavs, and seemed to have staked his claim to a piece of the Dodgers bright future. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Thats what his brothers hoping for, at least. He has also played for the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, and the San Diego Padres. So I feel like all the stars kind of lined up.. Trayce Hodges is a genderbent of Tracy Hodges. Trayce Thompson Statcast, Visuals & Advanced Metrics | MLB.com | baseballsavant.com LF | B/T: R/R | 6' 3" 225LBS | Age: 31 Draft: 2009 | Rd: 2, #61, Chicago White Sox | Santa Margarita HS Player Apps Pitch Highlighter | Player Similarity | Shifts | Swing Take Profile | illustrator | Zone Swing Profile | Player Comparison | Transaction History Trayce was a project, according to Baseball Prospectus, but he eventually climbed his way to Baseball Americas #5 prospect in the White Sox organization. August 4, 2015 13 years in, his hard work is finally. Mychal was delighted. [7], On December 16, 2015, Thompson, along with Micah Johnson and Frankie Montas, were traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers as part of a three team trade that sent Todd Frazier to the White Sox and Jos Peraza, Brandon Dixon and Scott Schebler to the Cincinnati Reds. All rights reserved. Hes absolutely terrible with his phone. [24] (Chris Williams / Icon Sportswire via Getty Images), The Thompson brothers, Mychel, Klay and Trayce, pose for a photo after last Thursdays game. Klay, a middle child through and through, remembers Mychel as a Derek Jeter fan, so he picked Nomar Garciaparra and the Red Sox. Trayce is Klays younger brother by one year. [2], The Chicago White Sox selected Thompson in the second round of the 2009 MLB Draft, and he signed rather than enroll at UCLA. [10] He elected free agency on November 2, 2018. Trayce was on the other end of the line. As long as that opportunity is within my grasp and I can knock the door down and control my own destiny, kind of like I did earlier this season with San Diego, Im going to bet on myself. The #Padres have placed OF Wil Myers on the 10-Day IL (retro: 4/27) with a right thumb contusion and selected the contract of OF Trayce Thompson. So I had no excuse but to do everything I can to get back [to the majors] and reestablish myself.. It's nothing new. After bouncing between triple A and the big leagues in 2017, batting just .122 in 27 games, Thompson was designated for assignment by the team at the end of spring training the next year, claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees, then again by the Athletics two days later. During Fathers Day afternoon on June 19, in a game Mychal was watching live on his computer from his hotel room, Trayce hit a sixth-inning single that raised his season batting average to .299. He developed quick bonds in his new clubhouse, even moving in with Joc Pederson, Corey Seager and Alex Wood. For now, simply being back in the majors and with the Dodgers, especially has been a fulfilling first step. Santa Margarita Catholic HS (Rancho Santa Margarita, CA). Further, Trayce was added to the active roster. Last time we checked, Klay has a new younger girlfriend. Even though hes clutch, it feels like hes more productive in 7, 8 or 9th batting order. To get two rings. Trayce Thompson was a pleasant surprise for the Dodgers in 2022. 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational First Round Leader Picks: Rickie Fowler Time! I love the game, dont get me wrong. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press) "Coming up, you always think you're. [10], On March 13, 2022, Thompson signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres. Learned to be efficient with my packing.. I learned so much just watching him, Trayce Thompson said. [7] He hit his first major league home run on August 11 against Hector Santiago. Reflecting back on all the change recently, Thompson couldnt help but sigh. I want this guy to do everything. A therapist once told me that each sibling after the first must push to claim their space within the family. For most families, a kid playing meaningful innings for the best team in baseball would be the apex. His beard is close-trimmed, and his forehead is shaded by a Dodgers hat. But in my opinion, I wasnt very good.. Certainly, losing Justin and C.T. But sometimes the game doesnt love you back. But as the 31-year-old reflected on his performance this winter, he fixated on areas where his game could improve ways he could cement his place on the Dodgers roster more permanently. I was really inconsistent. The next year, Thompson was designated for assignment at the end of spring training, which led to a chaotic period in his career. Outfielder Trayce Thompson began playing in the Chicago White Sox system in 2009. An X-ray a few weeks later revealed two fractured vertebrae, an injury that brought his season to an end. Professional baseball player Trayce Thompson is sharing a romantic relationship with his long-term partner Jillian. But, of course, with a Showtime Laker for a father they played just as much basketball. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. And its why he didnt sound fully satisfied Thursday, even in light of last years breakout campaign. [3] In 2010, Thompson played the whole season for the Kannapolis Intimidators of the Class A South Atlantic League. It was a lot to deal with. Hes got a great work ethic and belief in himself and hes not going to give up. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Back in the majors, and back in Dodger Blue, Trayce Thompson is where he belongs, You dont assume hes Mexican. Why Austin Barnes and Julio Uras will be teammates at the WBC, Miguel Rojas OK after leaving game vs. Cubs with cramp, Another Trevor Bauer defamation suit is thrown out, Who could replace Gavin Lux? [3] Before the 2013 season, Thompson was ranked the White Sox #2 prospect. Trayce Thompson Embed This Center Field Age: 31-332d Exp: 3.010 Years Bat/Throw: Right/Right Drafted: Round 2 (#61 overall), 2009 College: Santa Margarita Catholic HS Agent (s): (Wasserman) - More Dodgers - Active Contract Details Career Earnings Transactions Injuries Statistics 2023 Financial Rankings Cap Hit Cash Average #20 Center Field He was so excited., Trayce smiles as I read it back to him. I cant speak right now to what the role is gonna look like on opening day, what its gonna look like in the middle of the season But were gonna need him.. Additionally, RHP Austin Adams has been transferred to the 60-Day IL. Coming up, you always think youre gonna be with one team, he conceded. When he finally picks up, though, he cant wait to talk about Trayce. Though Thompsons back was healthy by the 2017 season, he struggled to hit. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. (Age 24-142d, And he stows the old bat bag in his familys storage unit, adding to a collection that now feels like a kaleidoscope of discarded baseball relics. Thompson continued to play well for the Dodgers, belting 13 homers and playing good defense for a team with World Series aspirations, until he fractured two vertebrae in his lower back in July 2016 and missed the rest of the season. Thatd be incredible, Klay says. Trayce tells me hes always felt a similar calm in high-leverage spots. Join our linker program. Ill say, Tee times at nine o'clock, Klay, Trayce says. Tennis DFS Projections and Ownership for DraftKings and FanDuel, PGA DFS Optimizer Picks Arnold Palmer Invitational: Jordan Spieth at a Ball Striking Venue is a Lock. 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You can meet us on the third hole or whatever. Both of his older brothers are basketball players: Mychel played in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2012, and Klay has played for the Golden State Warriors since 2011. At the plate in the second, he launched the first pitch he saw from Rockies starter Chad Kuhl 430 feet to center. It was all in slow motion for him, though. Nobody knew what to expect when he returned. While discussing his opportunity with the British team Thompson has never been to the U.K., but is hoping the squad can squeak out a win or two to help grow the game there he mentioned that hed previously been approached to represent the country in WBC qualifiers in the spring of 2020. I feel like in the moment, you dont really hear the noise or anything like that. After last years season-long struggle to find consistency off the bench, its a luxury for the Dodgers to be able to give Mookie a day off once in a while and know they have a player like Thompson ready to take his place. Born: A lot of teams maybe didnt see that out of me, which is fine, he said. Follow us on our Sideaction Twitter handle, Instagram, and Facebook for the latest on sports and pop culture news across the web! Trayce started for much of July and August, but then trades and lineup shuffles sent him back to the bench. It was a long night, but it was one of the best nights of my life.. If only hed known what it would lead to. PHOENIX Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson hugged his teammates, put on a commemorative postseason cap, listened to the roar of the crowd, and stood in awe in the middle of the field, soaking up the moment. Draft: Drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 2nd round of the 2009 MLB June Amateur Draft from Santa Margarita Catholic HS (Rancho Santa Margarita, CA). 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For that reason, brothers are shaped by that wrestling match as much as they are by their parents. Last year, I feel like I got tied up inside a lot, he said, comparing his new approach with his old one. But then, in July, he hurt his back and an x-ray revealed hed been playing with two fractured vertebrae for a couple weeks. Jeff was born into a Dodgers family in Southern California and is now raising a Dodgers family of his own in Utah. A Phoenix native, he originally interned at The Times before joining the staff in 2019. SUMMARY 2022 Career WAR 1.9 3.3 AB 219 782 H 56 173 HR 13 39 BA .256 .221 R 36 111 RBI 41 109 SB 4 15 OBP .353 .303 Parents are engaged. Exceeded rookie limits during 2016 season, 2023 Contract Status: Trayce Thompson girlfriend Klay Thompson Mother Julie Thompson Julie Thompson Julie Leslie Thompson aka Julie Thompson is the beautiful and proud mother of NBA shooting guard Klay Thompson who is currently a player for the Golden State Warriors. Dodgers @ Padres. I had too much sense of urgency, probably tried to to do too much, Thompson said. I was trying to make a team.. ), Your email address will not be published. But the Dodgers outfielder is finally where he wants to be. Only, it came when he was still trying to claw his way back to the big leagues. He noticed that, back then, he set up a little farther away from the plate. We will play without you. I had two years there, and I dont shy away from this at all I was the worst player in baseball, in my opinion, Thompson said. I think it's a compliment. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Hernndez: Dodgers should trade for Juan Soto and avoid mistake Angels made with Mike Trout, MLB to Congress: Without our antitrust exemption, players and fans lose, Another Trevor Bauer defamation suit is thrown out, Who could replace Gavin Lux? [3] In 2012, Thompson moved up through the White Sox farm system starting with the Winston-Salem Dash of the Class A-Advanced Carolina League, then moved up to the Birmingham Barons of the Class AA Southern League and the Charlotte Knights of the Class AAA International League. He made a strong impression when he was here, Friedman said. Scores from any date in Major League history, Minor, Foreign, College, & Black Baseball, Frequently Asked Questions about MLB and Baseball, Subscribe to Stathead Baseball: Get your first month FREE. Trayce Thompson had 56 hits last season and 173 hits over his career. Trayce is stoic in the way baseball players tend to be, but eventually, after some hedging, he tells me: It would mean everything. Thompson, though, knows the fleeting nature of MLB success. He is outplaying Gallo and Taylor. Thereal Wiki. In his big-league appearances in 2017, he batted .122 with a .483 OPS and two RBIs. Trayce Thompson Thompson is probably going to get the first crack at that job with the team not making any additions. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. It left a bad taste in my mouth on the year, Thompson said. After stops in L.A., Oakland, Chicago, San Diego, and a half dozen minor league teams, Trayce is back with the Dodgers, where he has found an MLB home. Thompson started his baseball career in 2009 at the Rookie level with the Bristol White Sox and Great Falls Voyagers. The Dodgers, his son excitedly blurted out. Trayce Thompson has played for 5 teams; the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres. Its the club with which, six years ago, he experienced the peak of his career. The Yankees claimed him April 3 and almost immediately waived him. Have you subscribed to ourYouTube Channelyet? Hes a good chess player, but hes a reckless chess player. When you hurt your back, its just such a flip of the coin. It makes you crumble or it defines you.. And as NBA first-rounders, Mychal and Klay played right away. He wears Dodger blue leggings under shorts and a matching long-sleeve top. 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