Alek Thomas exits Dodgers organization ahead of MLB playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:06 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Alek Thomas is leaving the Los Angeles Dodgers to enter free agency just ahead of the 2026 MLB playoffs. Thomas had a brief tenure with the Dodgers, accumulating only seven games played in August with a batting average of.211. He spent most of the season with the Oklahoma City Comets, recently leading them to the Pacific Coast League and National championships. After being designated for assignment by the Dodgers, Thomas decided to explore free agency, expressing pride in his progress and positive experiences during his time in the organization.
- •Alek Thomas leaves Dodgers for free agency on September 29, 2026.
- •He played seven games for the Dodgers, hitting.211 with three RBIs.
- •Thomas won the Pacific Coast League and National championships with the Comets.
- •He was designated for assignment prior to entering free agency.
- •Thomas expressed pride in his development during his time with the Dodgers.
- 10:06 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Outfielder Leaves Organization Ahead of MLB Playoffs
"Outfielder Alek Thomas is leaving the Dodgers for free agency after a short MLB stint and a Triple-A championship run with the Comets.
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