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Dodgers might be able to turn things around with one of these trades

By Rucker Haringey

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 19: Rich Hill #44 of the Los Angeles Dodgers is checked out by the Los Angeles Dodgers staff in the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park during game two of a doubleheader on May 19, 2018 in Washington, DC. Hill left the game after throwing two pitches. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 19: Rich Hill #44 of the Los Angeles Dodgers is checked out by the Los Angeles Dodgers staff in the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park during game two of a doubleheader on May 19, 2018 in Washington, DC. Hill left the game after throwing two pitches. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images) /
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KANSAS CITY, MO – MAY 3: Mike Moustakas #8 of the Kansas City Royals throws to first against the Detroit Tigers at Kauffman Stadium on May 3, 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mike Moustakas
KANSAS CITY, MO – MAY 3: Mike Moustakas #8 of the Kansas City Royals throws to first against the Detroit Tigers at Kauffman Stadium on May 3, 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mike Moustakas /

2. Mike Moustakas

The Royals third baseman would offer a clear upgrade over Farmer at third. The fact that he’s going to be a free agent this summer would also work in the Dodgers favor.

Firstly, it would greatly reduce the compensation Kansas City would expect in a trade. Any prospect with upside should be enough to satisfy the Royals. They know Moustakas isn’t coming back next year. Anything they can get for him in a trade is a plus.

More importantly for the Dodgers, they can rent him for the rest of the season and then make a long-term decision about him this summer. They’d get an up close and personal look at his skills before making a significant investment in his future. That’s a great benefit for a club who wants to contend and keep a manageable payroll.

In terms of this season, Moustakas would instantly become a big bat in the middle of the Dodgers order. He’s hitting just a shade under .300 this year, but more importantly, he already has 10 home runs. That’s three more than any Dodger has to date.

Moustakas isn’t the sexiest third base option available, but he’s the best option for the Dodgers. Keep an eye on this one moving forward.

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