[5] The White Sox promoted Thompson to the major leagues on August 3, 2015,[6] and he made his debut the next day. 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. It makes you crumble or it defines you.. Favorite Player: Clayton Kershaw (His) perseverance, mental toughness and belief continuing to believe in himself and setting the goals to get to the majors and stay, he said. [3], On May 11, 2021, Thompson was traded to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations. [3] On September 14, 2021, the Cubs selected Thompson's contract. Its the club with which, six years ago, he experienced the peak of his career. [28] On May 10, he was designated for assignment but he declined the assignment and elected free agency. He noticed that, back then, he set up a little farther away from the plate. 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). 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. Now, I got back here right towards the end of June, beginning of July. When he finally picks up, though, he cant wait to talk about Trayce. [10] He elected free agency on November 2, 2018. The bridge of the song sounds a lot like what Trayce had to say to USA Today's Bob Nightengale . 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. Those were the best memories of my life., Mychel, then 15, was a boy scout according to Trayce, but he and Klay would get in trouble. As the youngest of three brothers myself, I was always fascinated by Trayce. It's nothing new. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The minor-league baseball schedule offered Trayce Thompson a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate his brother Klays fourth NBA title in Boston on Thursday. 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. 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. [27] His contract was selected from Triple A El Paso on April 28. I'm really excited for him to finally get his taste of postseason baseball, Klay says. Professional baseball player Trayce Thompson is sharing a romantic relationship with his long-term partner Jillian. Further, Trayce was added to the active roster. The performance only strengthened Thompsons resolve. 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. He wears Dodger blue leggings under shorts and a matching long-sleeve top. But the Dodgers outfielder is finally where he wants to be. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. That's real perseverance and will power to just grind every day to fulfill your dreams. Its a little daunting, he said, to see all the different colors.. He is the brother of NBA players Klay Thompson and Mychel Thompson and the son . Then, as a senior in high school, Trayce quit the team and played his first full season of high school baseball. 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. I want him to achieve everything, Trayce says. But getting a lot of at-bats in front of us, I think, is helpful.. Some defensive statistics Copyright Sports Info Solutions, 2010-2023. 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.. Do you have a blog? [31][32] Thompson remained on the Dodgers active roster the rest of the season, hitting .268 with 13 home runs and 39 RBI in 74 games. It was his dream to put the Dodger uniform on again., Mychal Thompson, father of Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. By Dan Hayes. He made a strong impression when he was here, Friedman said. He hit four homers with a 1.114 OPS in 35 plate appearances. Did Trayce get hurt? He has a great frame that's both athletic and projectable, and his arm strength is . Born: Thatd be incredible, Klay says. (Courtesy of Trayce Thompson). Meet Anna Kleinsorge: Details About Ryan Leaf Future Wife. [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. Bad habits formed by initially playing through the injury led to a big drop in offensive performance. When I bring up his brothers meme-worthy China tour he starts laughing and shakes his head. 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. But the way I looked at it was, its gonna be intense, its gonna help me prepare for the season and its just down the road. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Thompson and the Dodgers agreed on a one-year, $1.45 million contract Friday to avoid arbitration, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. Biographical Information []. Klay currently has one baby in his life, that baby is his nephew, Baby Thompson. High School: Santa Margarita Catholic HS (Rancho Santa Margarita, CA), Debut: Trayce Thompson is happy to be back with the Dodgers even if his trip back to Los Angeles has been a long trek. Man, he doesnt care, he says. In 2010, Thompson hit .229 in 210 at-bats. Trayce Thompson's diving catch. Now, at age 31, hes found a Major League runway with the Dodgers despite having been designated for assignment earlier this year by the Padres and playing at Triple-A Toledo for the Tigers. Put another way, his strikeout rate was slightly higher than that of Chris Taylor, whom LA manager Dave Roberts . I didnt want to finish my career thinking that I didnt leave it all out there.. Or write about sports? Its been a mental grind.. For once in his career, Trayce seems to be in the right place at the right time. And as NBA first-rounders, Mychal and Klay played right away. 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 Indeed, the spectrum ranges from Chicago White Sox black to Oakland Athletic green, Arizona Diamondback red to San Diego Padre brown. He has also played for the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, and the San Diego Padres. Kid was born in July. Trayce tells me about heading north again last offseason and playing 3-on-3 games: Trayce, Klay, and Zaza Pachulia facing off against Mychel, a Warriors coach, and a childhood friend. Trayce is currently in the Chicago Cubs organization. His beard is close-trimmed, and his forehead is shaded by a Dodgers hat. Although the athlete has not opened up much about his relationship, it is known that he has been with Jillian for quite a long now. Wasnt there a tinge of resentment when Klay won a ring right before his MLB debut? Motivated to prove he still was a viable player, Thompson said he focused more than ever headed into 2019. On Monday, the Dodgers traded for Thompson, who had an upcoming opt-out clause in his minor-league deal with Detroit. It really boiled down to not hitting the fastball versus lefties, he said. Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson is looking to build upon his breakout season from a year ago. The Golden State Warriors superstar has yet to get married and have kids, but that doesnt mean babies arent in his future. The minor-league baseball schedule offered Trayce Thompson a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate his . Do you have a sports website? MLB commissioner Rob Manfred wrote to the Senate Judiciary Committee that players could lose job opportunities if baseball loses its antitrust exemption. I didnt play well, Thompson said of his first Dodgers stint. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. When you hurt your back, its just such a flip of the coin. In 2009 combined, Thompson hit .198 in 106 at-bats. Before that, he covered the Angels, the Kings and almost everything else the L.A. sports scene had to offer. Mychal Thompson is confident Trayce will exhaust every ounce of energy to achieve his dream. 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. [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. The Thompsons are a close-knit family that has celebrated each others success through the years. Thompson was supposed to hold down the fort; now hes a lock for an important role in October. And while Trayce says Klays better than him on the court, he's not better than me at anything other than basketball. Nothing else? 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. He carried us for a month or two, manager Dave Roberts recalled. 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. Did you even think this was a possibility?. Hes got a great work ethic and belief in himself and hes not going to give up. Trayces role for the rest of the season remains unclear. Trayce Thompson has played for 5 teams; the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres. The biggest focus has been improving against left-handed pitching. He was stunned to see his son wasnt in the lineup and texted to find out why only to discover Trayce had been packing his apartment following the trade. And then another right before this renaissance in LA? Before that, he covered the Angels, the Kings and almost everything else the L.A. sports scene had to offer. (Age 24-142d, Trayce Nikolas Thompson (born March 15, 1991) is an American professional baseball outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB). The trade-off, he noted, was that he felt more comfortable last season against right-handers, who could no longer get away with pounding the outer edge of the plate. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Professional baseball player Trayce Thompson is sharing a romantic relationship with his long-term partner Jillian. Roberts answered questions about the continued struggles of Max Muncy, who entered Fridays contest hitting .158/.307/.302 on the season. Trayce Thompson Thompson is probably going to get the first crack at that job with the team not making any additions. A 6-foot-4, 200-pound outfielder, Thompson has terrific bat speed, and his future power potential is exciting. Its the hottest day of the year at Dodger Stadium and ESPNs in town for Sunday Night Baseball. Trayce was a project, according to Baseball Prospectus, but he eventually climbed his way to Baseball Americas #5 prospect in the White Sox organization. I was talking with my uncle about it. [2], The Chicago White Sox selected Thompson in the second round of the 2009 MLB Draft, and he signed rather than enroll at UCLA. But the Thompsons are outliers. and having some guys not being consistent with the bat, having Trayce be there and perform has been a big lift to our lineup.. Trayce Hodges is a genderbent of Tracy Hodges. In 146 plate appearances, Thompson is hitting .297/.384/.563 for a .946 OPS that is 58 percent better than league average. It left a bad taste in my mouth on the year, Thompson said. Since 1957, GQ has inspired men to look sharper and live smarter with its unparalleled coverage of style, culture, and beyond. It might seem like a surprisingly harsh self-evaluation from a player who not only batted .268 with 13 home runs, 39 RBIs and a sterling .901 on-base-plus-slugging percentage in 74 games with the Dodgers but did so after languishing in the minor leagues for most of the previous half-decade. An outfielder who wasnt even on the roster until late June after being acquired for cash considerations from the Tigers has become one of the key cogs in a Dodgers juggernaut that continues rolling unimpeded toward a ninth National League West title in 10 years. 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. [4] Thompson spent the entire 2013 season at Double-A Birmingham where he hit .229 in 507 at bats. We will play without you. Thompson signed with the Diamondbacks in 2020 and was in the middle of his best spring training ever when the pandemic struck. Klay, of course, was second on Golden State with 230 minutes played in the NBA Finals and averaged 19 points per game in the postseason. Jillian Doors; Community. 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. 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Muncy isnt the only one having difficulties at the plate -- fellow slugger Cody Bellinger entered the game with a .649 OPS. It felt like he was back home. I do think the numbers versus left will correct itself a little bit and hopefully the numbers versus right dont self-correct either. [10], Thompson was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on March 27, 2018. His oldest brother played in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers. 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 learned so much just watching him, Trayce Thompson said. Trayce Thompson Is Grateful to Be Back in the Land of Stars A winding career has brought the 31-year-old outfielder back to Los Angeles, where he is playing a key role. October 15, 2022 | 00:00:38. I know I had a step in the right direction last year for myself and my career, helping this team, Thompson said. 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. 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. Trayce Thompson had a .256 average last season and a .221 average over his career. The family called him Bamm-Bamm growing up because he carried his bat around everywhere. His time with the Dodgers was on the clock too. It was a lot to deal with. We would be there all day, man, playing catch or shooting hoops. Last year, I feel like I got tied up inside a lot, he said, comparing his new approach with his old one. Trayces father was the first overall pick in the 1978 draft and won two championships with the 1980s Lakers. Try a week on us. While all of those issues might lead the uninitiated observer to conclude the Dodgers were in trouble heading into the final two months of the season, the clubs win-loss record would suggest otherwise -- Fridays victory pushed Los Angeles to an MLB-best 67-32. us. His two-run homer to center in the second inning gave the Dodgers an early 4-0 lead. 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.. [8] He made the Dodgers' 2016 opening day roster. 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. But at the same time, I dont play this game to play Triple-A baseball. 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. Certainly, losing Justin and C.T. Help; FANDOM. Their father puts it this way: Trayce was a happy-go-lucky kid, and the only naughty thing Klay would do was sneak off into the garage and make firecrackers.. 20,976th in major league history) Dodgers' Trayce Thompson: Inks one-year deal. 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. Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Admittedly Surprised by Success of Trayce Thompson. Thompson made the opening-day roster coming out of spring training in 2016. pic.twitter.com/GIOLqOusaX. [18] He had one hit in seven at-bats in three games for the Athletics. Latest on Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Trayce Thompson including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Ill say, Tee times at nine o'clock, Klay, Trayce says. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. Hey, Dad, Trayce said. Its something I never really thought could happen.. [10] He was placed on the disabled list on July 16 with a sore back. 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. The Dodgers liked Thompson, who grew up in Orange County, enough to ask for his inclusion in a three-team trade that offseason that brought Todd Frazier to the White Sox from the Cincinnati Reds. Though Thompsons back was healthy by the 2017 season, he struggled to hit. But his tryout lasted six games and he was DFAd again. It's an unspoken advantage, Trayce says. Its not empty numbers, either, as Thompson has repeatedly come through in big situations. 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. Every hair on my body stood up, the former Lakers center recalled recently. He was added to the active roster. Surely, there have been contributions where you might least expect them. Quit being surprised and play him more. [26] He had seven hits in 28 at bats over 15 games. 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. in Los Angeles, CA Its so cool to see your brothers achieve their dreams.. He produced a solid season at Triple-A Columbus, hitting 24 homers, but never had an opportunity with Cleveland and was released Aug. 1. Best Bets, Sports Stories, Tool Usage: The Odds Shop is Live. It all comes to an end at some point, but I want to make sure I can look myself in the mirror and say I did everything I could.. After leaving corporate America in 2014, he started doing it professionally. The Cubs acquired him from Arizona in May 2021 and he had a fantastic season at Triple-A Iowa. Trayce is stoic in the way baseball players tend to be, but eventually, after some hedging, he tells me: It would mean everything. . EVANSTON, Ill. - Trayce Jackson-Davis and Race Thompson played a key role in Indiana's comeback effort on Wednesday night against Northwestern. 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. I wasnt professionally in a place where [I could do it], he said. Stop being surprised! Still, for Trayce, theres been no new trip to the storage unit lately; no signs hell need to soon pack his suitcase again. Dodgers Trayce Thompson gestures toward the stands after hitting a three-run home run against the Colorado Rockies on July 4 at Dodger Stadium. 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. The Yankees claimed him April 3 and almost immediately waived him. [19] The White Sox designated Thompson for assignment on June 22, 2018. Season 2022. 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. Trayce Thompson was born on March 15, 1991. His world-famous brother was rehabbing from a world-famous ACL tear, but it felt familiar to all be together again. A Southland native who attended Santa Margarita High in Orange County, Thompson was drafted by the White Sox in the second round in 2009, then traded to the Dodgers after a successful MLB debut in 2015. Dan joined The Athletic after 5 1/2 years at NBC Sports Chicago and eight years at The North County Times, where he covered the Chicago White Sox, San Diego Padres, four World Series, the NBA Finals, NHL Stanley Cup Final, NASCAR, UFC, Little League World Series, PGA and the NFL. But last week was the first time Trayce had the opportunity to attend one of his brothers championship celebrations. On February 2, 2020, he signed a minor league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. Four ways the Dodgers can fill the hole in their lineup, Its a huge blow. Gavin Lux tears right ACL and is expected to miss 2023 season, Cactus League stadium guide: Everything you need to know to attend spring training. The next year, Thompson was designated for assignment at the end of spring training, which led to a chaotic period in his career. [10], On March 13, 2022, Thompson signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres. Follow us on our Sideaction Twitter handle, Instagram, and Facebook for the latest on sports and pop culture news across the web! Trayce said Klay came to him for advice about how he had dealt with the disappointment of his back injury and how he coped with the mental struggles of a long-term rehab. PHOENIX After a dream resurgence in the major leagues last season, Trayce Thompson has even bigger goals in mind for 2023. Trayce Thompson and his fiance Jillian quietly had a baby, and now we have some photographic evidence of the Baby Thompson. BET $5 ON ANY PREGAME MONEYLINE AND GET $200 IF YOU WIN! He played in 48 games for the White Sox, was DFAd in late June and spent the rest of the season at Triple A. 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. Mychal played for the Los Angeles Lakers and currently works in sports radio. 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