Dodgers may promote James Tibbs III as outfield replacement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:31 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers could promote outfield prospect James Tibbs III, who has excelled at Triple-A, amid struggles from current outfielders Kyle Tucker and Teoscar Hernandez. With Andy Pages on the injured list, the Dodgers are seeking offensive support as they approach the playoffs. Tibbs has an impressive.360 batting average and 27 home runs this season. Managerial decisions on Tucker and Hernandez's roles are expected soon, particularly as roster expansion looms in September.
- •Andy Pages is on the injured list, possibly affecting Dodgers' playoffs.
- •James Tibbs III has a.360 average with 27 home runs in Triple-A.
- •Tucker and Hernandez have struggled, creating need for a replacement.
- •Dodgers roster expands to 28 players next month.
- •Tibbs was acquired from the Red Sox at last year's trade deadline.
- 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers might finally promote 'MLB-ready' 27-HR prospect they stole from Red Sox
"This Dodgers prospect could provide the offense they're missing in the outfield.
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