On a 1-0 pitch, the kid they used to call Bamm-Bamm sends a fastball 424 feet into the left field bleachers giving the Dodgers a 9-4 lead. He also had many self talks, trying to replenish his psyche with confidence and conviction.. So, it just feels right. [1] He committed to attend the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to play college baseball for the UCLA Bruins. And the team that, over the last month, has given him a long-awaited opportunity back in the majors. To get two rings. "It sounds . Im glad Im in the spot I am now. Fridays win was a case in point. Klay currently has one baby in his life, that baby is his nephew, Baby Thompson. For all this stuff to line up, it just felt so meant to be. We weren't in school yet, so it was hard to make friends, Klay tells me. Not only is Klay part of the organization, their oldest brother, Mychel, became a coach earlier in the year. Its something I never really thought could happen.. Klays younger brother had a child this past Summer. 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. I feel like Im in a good spot physically and mentally to do that. It's hard to stand out when your family is NBA royalty. 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. After signing with the Padres this spring and getting released following just six MLB games, Trayce was back in the minors, excelling for the Detroit Tigers triple-A affiliate in his latest bid to revive his career. Required fields are marked *. He wears Dodger blue leggings under shorts and a matching long-sleeve top. He was someone we watched closely and always rooted for.. Trayce, right, with brothers Klay and Mychel in 2017. In many ways, theyve been the defining mementos of Trayce Thompsons transient career path. Dodgers Trayce Thompson gestures toward the stands after hitting a three-run home run against the Colorado Rockies on July 4 at Dodger Stadium. Before that, he covered the Angels, the Kings and almost everything else the L.A. sports scene had to offer. Hes trying to fit him in when he can?!? Its something that I want to be the guy versus lefties So theres a lot of work to do., I know I had a step in the right direction last year for myself and my career, helping this team. Hes been this way since he was a teenager, Trayce tells me. But then, in July, he hurt his back and an x-ray revealed hed been playing with two fractured vertebrae for a couple weeks. Then, he was confused. But Im glad it happened because I needed to figure out who I was going to be. 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. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. [13], After recovering from his injuries, Thompson was optioned to the Oklahoma City Dodgers to begin the 2017 season, but was called up to the parent club partway through the season. I just lived out of one big suitcase, he said with a self-deprecating laugh. Season 2022. That equity, hes earned, Roberts said. I think Im the straightest shooter in the family, Trayce says. Any time you can find a way to get there physically that made it extra special. It sounds redundant, Roberts said, but Trayce has been a huge addition to our ballclub defensively, which we see every night, and Ive given him some tough matchups [at the plate], but hes still productive against right-handed pitching. [34][35] He is a childhood friend of Nolan Arenado. Subscribe and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Dodgers news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and more! DENVER -- Prior to Friday nights 5-4 victory over the Rockies at Coors Field, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts addressed a smorgasbord of topics with the media, ranging from injuries to slumping sluggers to the value of batting average in the era of advanced metrics. I had to dig deep, he said. Every hair on my body stood up, the former Lakers center recalled recently. GQ may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Makes you wonder if Klay is starting to feel the pressure to pop one out now that his younger brother is a Dad. In 2009 combined, Thompson hit .198 in 106 at-bats. I'm so proud to be his brother., I feel like mine was more physical and his was more mental, Trayce says. As he toiled in the minors, trying to rediscover his game, his older brother Klay Thompson, the All-Star guard for the Golden State Warriors, was tethered to the bench with a string of serious injuries, missing all of the 2019-20 season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament and all of 2020-21 with a with a ruptured Achilles tendon. Though Thompsons back was healthy by the 2017 season, he struggled to hit. A big Dodgers fan, Mychal Thompson said his sons return is a dream come true. He also pointed out it could lead to another family celebration come November. Trayce must not have gotten the memo, because he hasnt been playing like a fort-holder-downer in his two months back in Los Angeles. They need guys to play well. Favorite Moment: Kirk Gibson's homer will always have a place, but Kershaw's homer on Opening Day 2013 might be the winner. The performance only strengthened Thompsons resolve. [28] On May 10, he was designated for assignment but he declined the assignment and elected free agency. Wasnt there a tinge of resentment when Klay won a ring right before his MLB debut? 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational First Round Leader Picks: Rickie Fowler Time! (I do like him in the bottom of the order. Man, he doesnt care, he says. (His) perseverance, mental toughness and belief continuing to believe in himself and setting the goals to get to the majors and stay, he said. There was an elementary school behind their new Southern California house, and they spent the whole summer on the campuss fields and courts. Additionally, RHP Austin Adams has been transferred to the 60-Day IL. Klay is 13 months older and they were always close. Despite the setbacks, he didnt contemplate retirement. Find out more. I was talking with my uncle about it. Its why he wanted to play in next months World Baseball Classic, hopeful the intensity of the competition will help catapult him into the regular season. 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. 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. I wasnt professionally in a place where [I could do it], he said. 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We will never share your email with anyone. Trayce Thompson was born on March 15, 1991. 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. Regardless, when hes in there I feel good. [17] The Athletics designated him for assignment on April 17, 2018. But, of course, with a Showtime Laker for a father they played just as much basketball. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. It felt like he was back home. 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. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Its been a mental grind.. He appreciates the determination Trayce has shown in good times and bad. It's not because of who he is in the world now. Its clear Trayce is used to questions about his famous family. Sure, I was as talented as everybody. 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. Trayce grins. To revisit this article, select My Account, thenView saved stories, To revisit this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. This season, Thompson, who played six games for the San Diego Padres in April and May, is batting a combined .305/.365/.721 with 17 homers in 170 plate appearances at Triple A. I ask if Klay expects him to wear his signature Antas or if he gives him a special carve out for Kobes. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. [10], On March 13, 2022, Thompson signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres. Mychal Thompson is confident Trayce will exhaust every ounce of energy to achieve his dream. Thats what his brothers hoping for, at least. It left a bad taste in my mouth on the year, Thompson said. So I feel like all the stars kind of lined up.. Hes got a great work ethic and belief in himself and hes not going to give up. Much of the play-by-play, game results, and transaction information both shown and used to create certain data sets was obtained free of charge from and is copyrighted by RetroSheet. And I dont like him as a one-off DH. ), Your email address will not be published. It felt like he was back home. That opportunity enticed the outfielder, too. Hes not sure how long hell be there, but Thompson is confident he belongs in the majors. Its the club with which, six years ago, he experienced the peak of his career. 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. 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. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. He signed with San Diego after the lockout ended and immediately produced at Triple-A El Paso, which earned him a promotion in late April when Wil Myers was injured. Surely, there have been contributions where you might least expect them. 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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. At 6'3", he's plenty tall for a baseball player, but is still the shortest of the Thompson menhis father Mychal, onetime first overall NBA draft pick, is 610; his brothers are Mychel, 66, and, of course, Klay, the Golden State Warriors 66 shooting guard-slash-philosopher. But then, he proudly noted, his collection always has featured more Dodger blue than anything else. 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. You can meet us on the third hole or whatever. Thompson actually made the play look much easier than it was, thanks to a great jump off the bat and direct route to the ball. But his tryout lasted six games and he was DFAd again. Latest on Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Trayce Thompson including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Gallo hasnt impressed me Trace Thompson has alot going on. The biggest focus has been improving against left-handed pitching. in Los Angeles, CA 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. And as NBA first-rounders, Mychal and Klay played right away. If only hed known what it would lead to. Though we have to kind of watch it with Klay now., The brothers love to competeTrayce tells me hes seen Klay break golf clubs and countless video game controllers. When I was here first in 2016, I got hurt right at the beginning of July. 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. \n","providerName":"Twitter","providerUrl":"https://twitter.com","type":"rich","width":550},"type":"oembed"},{"__typename":"Markdown","content":"Hes made the most of his opportunity, with the most recent example coming in two consequential moments Friday. If Trayce can stick around we might be going to another parade.. [2], The Chicago White Sox selected Thompson in the second round of the 2009 MLB Draft, and he signed rather than enroll at UCLA. He's also the co-host of the Locked On Dodgers podcast, a daily podcast that brings the smart fan's perspective on our Boys in Blue. He was traded to the Dodgers in June, filling the teams need for outfield defense and righthand hitting created by a string of injuries. [5] The White Sox promoted Thompson to the major leagues on August 3, 2015,[6] and he made his debut the next day. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. His time with the Dodgers was on the clock too. None of this is new. One of the quirks of the post-pandemic minor-league schedule is teams play six-game series each week from Tuesday to Sunday. [14] Ultimately, he played in 95 games for the Oklahoma City club and 27 for the Dodgers. Data Provided By Thompson signed with the Diamondbacks in 2020 and was in the middle of his best spring training ever when the pandemic struck. Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) February 3, 2023. Trayces father was the first overall pick in the 1978 draft and won two championships with the 1980s Lakers. [26] He had seven hits in 28 at bats over 15 games. 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 Trayce Thompson takes batting practice during a workout ahead of Game 1 of the National League Division Series. Then, as a senior in high school, Trayce quit the team and played his first full season of high school baseball. Now, I got back here right towards the end of June, beginning of July. Hes a good chess player, but hes a reckless chess player. Trayce Thompson has played for 5 teams; the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres. Ugh, yeah.. Roberts also provided an update on a rehabbing Chris Taylor, who is still a ways from returning to the lineup. Further, Trayce was added to the active roster. On Monday, the Dodgers traded for Thompson, who had an upcoming opt-out clause in his minor-league deal with Detroit. Trayce Thompson had 56 hits last season and 173 hits over his career. Thompson attended Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. [19] The White Sox designated Thompson for assignment on June 22, 2018. His promising first stint with the Dodgers in 2016 was derailed by a back injury. 20,976th in major league history) Continue with Recommended Cookies. Dan Hayes is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the Minnesota Twins. But the Dodgers outfielder is finally where he wants to be. Klay and Trayce played on the same basketball team for the two of the years they overlapped at Santa Margarita Catholic High School. After the game, he raced to his hotel to gather his belongings before taking a 45-minute Uber ride to Boston for a night of celebrating. 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. Best Bets, Sports Stories, Tool Usage: The Odds Shop is Live. Jack Harris covers the Dodgers for the Los Angeles Times. As Bill Plunkett writes in the Orange County Register, the Dodgers expected Thompson to be solid, but no one expected him to be as good as he has been, including manager Dave Roberts. 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. [3] In 2011, Thompson again played the whole season with Kannapolis hitting .241 in 519 at-bats, and was named to the mid-season SAL All-star team. Jeff was born into a Dodgers family in Southern California and is now raising a Dodgers family of his own in Utah. The Dodgers, his son excitedly blurted out. . After a dream resurgence in the major leagues last season, Trayce Thompson has even bigger goals in mind for 2023. Trayce is Klays younger brother by one year. Trayce Hodges is a genderbent of Tracy Hodges. Exceeded rookie limits during 2016 season, 2023 Contract Status: But physically I felt fantastic. See the receipts below: Trayce is Klay's younger brother by one year. Thatd be incredible, Klay says. Before that, he covered the Angels, the Kings and almost everything else the L.A. sports scene had to offer. His two-run homer to center in the second inning gave the Dodgers an early 4-0 lead. It was a long night, but it was one of the best nights of my life.. This week, that process led Thompson to watching old film of his rookie season with the Chicago White Sox in 2015, when his ability to punish left-handers originally helped him break into the league. The Dodgers reportedly have been in the market for another bat leading up to the trade deadline Tuesday. Jackson-Davis scored 23 points with 10 rebounds . Do you have a blog? After Golden States Game 4 win at TD Garden on June 10, Trayce had a gut feeling he would be celebrating with his family the following Thursday. In his big-league appearances in 2017, he batted .122 with a .483 OPS and two RBIs. (Chris Williams / Icon Sportswire via Getty Images), The Thompson brothers, Mychel, Klay and Trayce, pose for a photo after last Thursdays game. I learned so much just watching him, Trayce Thompson said. Last time we checked, Klay has a new younger girlfriend. Did Trayce get hurt? 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. The 31-year-old spoke with LA Times Dodger insider Jack Harris to reflect on his 2022 campaign and what he plans to improve on in 2023. Trayce Thompson, who joined the team yesterday in Cincinnati but wasn't activated, is officially being put on the roster. Trayce Thompson experienced the peak of his career six years ago with the Dodgers. In the seventh inning, Trayce was unexpectedly pulled from the game. Hes headed back to the major leagues. 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. [24] Like, wow!, Apply Bed Bath and Beyond coupon and save 25% off your entire purchase, Target Circle: up to 50% Off with Target promo code, With Asos Promo Code you take 70% OFF Select styles, Michael Kors promo code: sign up for KORSVIP + Get 10% off on First Order, 2023 Cond Nast. 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.. Mychal played for the Los Angeles Lakers and currently works in sports radio. Seeing him go after it day by day I was so proud and happy for him.. Try a week on us. 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. [10], Thompson was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on March 27, 2018. Again, Klay provided some familial motivation. Thompson struck out in 36% of his plate appearances with Los Angeles last year. 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. Since 1957, GQ has inspired men to look sharper and live smarter with its unparalleled coverage of style, culture, and beyond. [20] In 48 games in the majors, he hit .116 with three home runs and nine RBI. [10] He elected free agency on November 2, 2018. I think it's a compliment. He spent the entire season at the alternate site. Roberts answered questions about the continued struggles of Max Muncy, who entered Fridays contest hitting .158/.307/.302 on the season. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Jeff wrote and edited for Baseball Essential for years before joining Dodgers Nation. In fact, if you had to choose one weakness for Thompson, it has been his performance against lefties (just a .555 OPS). Five days later, Trayce Thompson is celebrating a signature moment of his own. Your email address will not be published. There was a little more than luck involved in that play, which had Thompsons teammates jumping onto the field in celebration. When youre 31 at Triple A, you can see that sometimes. ; High School Santa Margarita Catholic High School; Debut August 4, 2015; Born March 15, 1991 in Los Angeles, CA USA; BR page. @susanslusser was on it. Its a little daunting, he said, to see all the different colors.. Hes just Klay.. That was a play we needed, Roberts said. Seeing his mental strength to go through all that and see the light at the end of the tunnel, its similar to what Ive had to go through, Trayce said. I didnt want to finish my career thinking that I didnt leave it all out there.. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. Have you subscribed to ourYouTube Channelyet? So this spring, hes trying to find a happy medium, confident that the right setup will allow him to succeed against pitchers of either hand. Dodgers' Trayce Thompson: Inks one-year deal. It really boiled down to not hitting the fastball versus lefties, he said. 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. Its been a long journey in professional baseball for Trayce, with a major back injury derailing his career for a time. At the plate in the second, he launched the first pitch he saw from Rockies starter Chad Kuhl 430 feet to center. 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 aggravated a back injury that July. 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational PGA DFS Targets: Is Rory McIlroy Too Chalky? But the Thompsons are outliers. 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. It was really frustrating, especially in the middle of the season to not know what was going on and being thrown out in the fire of the major leagues. A Phoenix native, he originally interned at The Times before joining the staff in 2019. He had. Coming up, you always think youre gonna be with one team. [36], Last edited on 16 February 2023, at 01:10, "Thompson brothers from family with talent to burn", "Trayce Thompson minor league statistics", "White Sox add Sanchez and Thompson, claim Elmore", "White Sox call up OF Trayce Thompson, brother of NBA star Klay Thompson", "VIDEO: O.C. 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.. Full-year historical Major League statistics provided by Pete Palmer and Gary Gillette of Hidden Game Sports. I 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. 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). I wasnt gonna choose what Mikey liked, so I chose the opposite, he says.) Only, it came when he was still trying to claw his way back to the big leagues. You cant ask for anything better than this, to play here in L.A. for a great team like the Dodgers, who have a chance to get to the Series. Get rid of Gallo. For me personally and selfishly, I havent experienced any of these NBA moments. Klay, a middle child through and through, remembers Mychel as a Derek Jeter fan, so he picked Nomar Garciaparra and the Red Sox. Arb Eligible: 2024 Trayces role for the rest of the season remains unclear. Like, thats my brother, man! 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