Since 1957, GQ has inspired men to look sharper and live smarter with its unparalleled coverage of style, culture, and beyond. Next months WBC will present another unique opportunity for Thompson, who was eligible to play for Team Britain because of his fathers heritage in the Bahamas a commonwealth nation still associated with the United Kingdom. vs. TBR 1 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB, Rookie Status: Ad Choices. After squeezing the baseball in his glove, his momentum took him all the way into the netting above the wall as he deftly eluded the retreating ballboy. 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. 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. He hit four homers with a 1.114 OPS in 35 plate appearances. Now, I got back here right towards the end of June, beginning of July. None of this is new. Thompson was designated for assignment by the Padres on Tuesday, and he'll choose to become a . Mychal immediately recognized the significance, knowing all too well the sentiments his son had with the organization the blue keepsakes hed saved in their storage unit for all those years. Some defensive statistics Copyright Sports Info Solutions, 2010-2023. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. 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 When youre 31 at Triple A, you can see that sometimes. @susanslusser was on it. Trayce Thompson and his fiance Jillian quietly had a baby, and now we have some photographic evidence of the Baby Thompson. Im very motivated to prove myself at the major leagues. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. Anybody got data on that? 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." Oh man! At the plate in the second, he launched the first pitch he saw from Rockies starter Chad Kuhl 430 feet to center. Trayce is currently in the Chicago Cubs organization. There was a little more than luck involved in that play, which had Thompsons teammates jumping onto the field in celebration. As the youngest of three brothers myself, I was always fascinated by Trayce. Thompson struck out in 36% of his plate appearances with Los Angeles last year. He sits down on a too-small folding chair, and I cant help but notice his sneakersKobe 5s, the LA Edition. 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. I probably shouldnt be talking about this, but we can get physical and were not gonna get hurt, because we know each other, Trayce says. Continue with Recommended Cookies. I just lived out of one big suitcase, he said with a self-deprecating laugh. I'd have to sprint from the car to my class. Save for the social media presence, his brother is still the exact same dude. The boys grew up in Portland, in a home dominated by sports: the nearby Seattle Mariners had Ken Griffey Jr., Randy Johnson, and Alex Rodriguez and all three boys were smitten. 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? 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational Weather Report: Conditions to Affect Play? Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. It just felt like baseball once I stepped on the field.. It was all in slow motion for him, though.\n\nI dont know if it was just because it was at the end of the game or whatever, but I didnt feel fast running for it, said Thompson. Trayce Thompson Position: Outfielder Bats: Right Throws: Right 6-3 , 225lb (190cm, 102kg) Team: Los Angeles Dodgers (majors) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info 28 21 47 32 32 43 43 25 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. The Thompsons are a close-knit family that has celebrated each others success through the years. (I do like him in the bottom of the order. Mentally, I had to reevaluate myself and kind of find myself again, Thompson said. When I was here first in 2016, I got hurt right at the beginning of July. And as NBA first-rounders, Mychal and Klay played right away. Klay is 13 months older and they were always close. An X-ray a few weeks later revealed two fractured vertebrae, an injury that brought his season to an end. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. But then, in July, he hurt his back and an x-ray revealed hed been playing with two fractured vertebrae for a couple weeks. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Jackson-Davis scored 23 points with 10 rebounds . Im glad Im in the spot I am now. I knew they were going to win Game 6, Trayce Thompson said. But that day, he sent 20 texts to me before I could respond. It's not empty numbers, either, as Thompson has repeatedly come through . In the seventh inning, Trayce was unexpectedly pulled from the game. Ugh, yeah.. Hes trying to fit him in when he can?!? The Golden State Warriors superstar has yet to get married and have kids, but that doesnt mean babies arent in his future. His time with the Dodgers was on the clock too. Mychal played for the Los Angeles Lakers and currently works in sports radio. Did Trayce get hurt? September 1, 2022 September 1, 2022. Dodgers Trayce Thompson gestures toward the stands after hitting a three-run home run against the Colorado Rockies on July 4 at Dodger Stadium. Trayce Thompson was 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). He spent six-plus seasons in the minors before reaching the majors. [34][35] He is a childhood friend of Nolan Arenado. Miguel Rojas left the Dodgers spring game Sunday with a right foot and calf cramp after limping into first base on a third-inning single against the Cubs. If only hed known what it would lead to. A lot of teams maybe didnt see that out of me, which is fine, he said. I had to dig deep, he said. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We will never share your email with anyone. In one regard, the 31-year-old is in the opposite boat as Taylor. Trayce Thompson takes batting practice during a workout ahead of Game 1 of the National League Division Series. His two-run homer to center in the second inning gave the Dodgers an early 4-0 lead. [5] The White Sox promoted Thompson to the major leagues on August 3, 2015,[6] and he made his debut the next day. Trayce, meanwhile, has helped answer some of the Dodgers midseason problems. All rights reserved. Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson will represent Team Great Britain in the WBC, sources say. Follow us on our Sideaction Twitter handle, Instagram, and Facebook for the latest on sports and pop culture news across the web! Last time we checked, Klay has a new younger girlfriend. Thompson also took extra time to weigh his decision, conscious that he is still jockeying for playing time in the Dodgers crowded outfield even if hes all but assured of breaking camp with the team. [25] On November 3, 2021, Thompson was outrighted off of the 40-man roster and elected free agency two days later. PHOENIX After a dream resurgence in the major leagues last season, Trayce Thompson has even bigger goals in mind for 2023. For once in his career, Trayce seems to be in the right place at the right time. 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. We would be there all day, man, playing catch or shooting hoops. Trayce Thompson finishes up his round of batting practice a bit after noon and is drenched with sweat when he enters the media room in the bowels of Chavez Ravine. Trayce grins. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? [26] He had seven hits in 28 at bats over 15 games. His oldest brother played in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Through 80 games, Trayce hit 13 homers and had batted as high as third in the lineup. Two days before he was set to celebrate Klays triumphant return in the Warriors championship parade last month, Mychal Thompson sat in a Bay Area hotel room and witnessed his other sons latest turning point unfold in real time. That's real perseverance and will power to just grind every day to fulfill your dreams. If you're not here, we are teeing off at nine. Dodgers @ Padres. Several valleys later, Thompson is back in L.A. and making the most of his return to the majors. 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. [3], Thompson was added to the White Sox' 40-man roster on November 20, 2013. Hes made the most of his opportunity, with the most recent example coming in two consequential moments Friday. He hit for power and played strong defense at all three outfield spots for the White Sox in a good 2015 debut season. His two-run homer to center in the second inning gave the Dodgers an early 4-0 lead. Mychal Thompson is confident Trayce will exhaust every ounce of energy to achieve his dream. Hes earned some opportunities, so Im trying to get him in there when I can.. (His) perseverance, mental toughness and belief continuing to believe in himself and setting the goals to get to the majors and stay, he said. Gallo hasnt impressed me Trace Thompson has alot going on. Thompson started his baseball career in 2009 at the Rookie level with the Bristol White Sox and Great Falls Voyagers. Certainly, losing Justin and C.T. Jack Harris covers the Dodgers for the Los Angeles Times. It's an unspoken advantage, Trayce says. August 4, 2015 We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Data Provided By On Monday, the Dodgers traded for Thompson, who had an upcoming opt-out clause in his minor-league deal with Detroit. I feel like these last couple years, really starting back in 19, has been a journey towards that.. And as closer Craig Kimbrel labored to lock down the save in the ninth, it was Thompsons tremendous running catch in foul territory that sealed the victory. Not only is Klay part of the organization, their oldest brother, Mychel, became a coach earlier in the year. I had too much sense of urgency, probably tried to to do too much, Thompson said. The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball, Salaries may not be complete (especially pre-1985) and may not include some earned bonuses. Get rid of Gallo. A week later, Trayce homered in Toledos quick 10-4 win at Worcester. Favorite Player: Clayton Kershaw He cant say if it came from birth position or from his love of Curb Your Enthusiasm (Ive watched so much Larry David, I feel like hes a part of me now). 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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.. It's not just Thompson's path back to Los Angeles that is reminiscent of the famous Beatles song. I want him to achieve everything, Trayce says. 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.. Nobody knew what to expect when he returned. 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? Its clear Trayce is used to questions about his famous family. In 146 plate appearances, Thompson is hitting .297/.384/.563 for a .946 OPS that is 58 percent better than league average. Get our Dodgers Dugout newsletter for insights, news and much more. A Phoenix native, he originally interned at The Times before joining the staff in 2019. I ask Trayce what would it feel like to win a ring with this Dodgers team the same year his brother won his fourth. Bad habits formed by initially playing through the injury led to a big drop in offensive performance. [3] On September 14, 2021, the Cubs selected Thompson's contract. Best Bets, Sports Stories, Tool Usage: The Odds Shop is Live. 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. But thats on me. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. But physically I felt fantastic. I ask if Klay expects him to wear his signature Antas or if he gives him a special carve out for Kobes. I'll just call things how they are, especially with Klay and the dynamic of him and how it's changed our family., Its not that Klay got famous, and everything changed, Trayce tells me. But the Dodgers outfielder is finally where he wants to be. GQ may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. All rights reserved. [1] He committed to attend the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to play college baseball for the UCLA Bruins. Perhaps it meant more because Trayce was celebrating his big brothers first title after the long mental and physical grind that sidelined Klay for nearly three years. (Chris Williams / Icon Sportswire via Getty Images), The Thompson brothers, Mychel, Klay and Trayce, pose for a photo after last Thursdays game. The bridge of the song sounds a lot like what Trayce had to say to USA Today's Bob Nightengale . Trayce Thompson Thompson is probably going to get the first crack at that job with the team not making any additions. But Im glad it happened because I needed to figure out who I was going to be. Its why the Dodgers outfielder has been watching old video of himself recently, trying to address an important hole in his approach against left-handed pitching. Trayce Thompson's diving catch. 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Quit being surprised and play him more. He noticed that, back then, he set up a little farther away from the plate. [3], On May 11, 2021, Thompson was traded to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations. ), Your email address will not be published. Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. I am not waiting., I ask about a quote he gave a reporter in 2015 about the morning ESPN ran with a false report that hed been traded to Oakland. When Mookie Betts went down with a rib injury in June, Los Angeles brought in Thompson as a short-term replacement to fill the gap . Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson signs autographs for fans while watching the Dodgers play the San Francisco Giants on July 24 at Dodger Stadium. That opportunity enticed the outfielder, too. On February 2, 2020, he signed a minor league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. That afternoon, Id asked Trayce what it really means to grow up in a sports family. Knowing Klays history, thats not happening anytime soon. During his previous career as an executive at a technology company, he began writing about baseball in his spare time. Thompson made the opening-day roster coming out of spring training in 2016. Klay, a middle child through and through, remembers Mychel as a Derek Jeter fan, so he picked Nomar Garciaparra and the Red Sox. There was a time Thompson thought hed be with the Dodgers for the long haul. Trayce Thompson, who joined the team yesterday in Cincinnati but wasn't activated, is officially being put on the roster. Thompson was supposed to hold down the fort; now hes a lock for an important role in October. [20] In 48 games in the majors, he hit .116 with three home runs and nine RBI. Even though hes clutch, it feels like hes more productive in 7, 8 or 9th batting order. 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