What will the Dodgers do with Loney?

[splitterpfj]

The Dodgers are looking at shoving Jeff Kent to 1B, can Loney play OF, or will he be out of there?

[colbyjack]

Actually, the Dodgers are re-signing Nomar to play 1B. I think their intent is to move Loney to a corner OF spot, as he has more than enough athleticism to handle such a move. He's better at 1B, but he should be fine in LF.

[AJAY]

I thought I read somewhere that Loney has bad knees and that he may not be able to play in the outfield. There is a possibility that the Dodgers might use him for trade bait.

[DHonks]

Having worked around Loney in the AFL, I can tell you that he's not a good teammate. He's kind of an ass. It's all about him. He's got quick hands, and a stance that's somewhat reminiscent of Bonds. He's very athletic and quick, but last year only played 1 AFL game at a spot in the Outfield, despite sharing 1b and DH with Wes Bankston and Daric Barton.

 

Loney can hit. He's likely just a little immature and young. I don't view him as an OF though. I'd much rather have Andre Ethier

[splitterpfj]

I read the same thing AJAY, a chronic knee issue.

[colbyjack]

Interesting points. But I would guess if he can't play anywhere but first base, he's not reallly an option for the Brewers anyway. I guess I just assumed that's why you brought his name up as a possible trade possibility for the Crew.

[splitterpfj]

That is why I brought him up, wondering if anyone knew anything about the knee issue, and whether or not it would really stop him from changing positions. He does look like a good young hitter, if.

[hauser42]

Dodgers are not sure what spot Nomar is playing. There is talk of 3B, OF , or 1B.

 

I read an article last week that stated they just might keep Kent at 2B as it would keep more sticks in the lineup. Makes sense as they have no big bopper in the lineup after signing Pierra to play CF.

 

 

I don't see the Brewers going after Loney, he doesn't really fit a need for us, unless we could move him to LF. I'm not sure he would be an upgrade for us.