Four Dodgers minor leaguers recognized as Players of the Week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:43 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Four players from the Los Angeles Dodgers' minor league system earned weekly honors for their performances from May 25-31. Outfielder James Tibbs III was recognized in the Pacific Coast League, hitting four consecutive home runs and driving in 13 RBIs for Triple-A Oklahoma City. In Double-A, Josue De Paula excelled with a four-hit game, including two home runs. Jaron Elkins returned from injury to post strong numbers in Single-A Ontario, while Alex Makarewich shone as Pitcher of the Week in High-A Great Lakes despite only two appearances.
- •Tibbs III leads the Pacific Coast League with a 1.085 OPS.
- •De Paula has a.969 OPS with eight home runs this season.
- •Elkins returned from injury and hit three home runs in four games.
- •Makarewich recorded eight strikeouts in three innings pitched.
- •All four players showcased strong offensive and pitching skills last week.
- 5:43 PMYahoo Sports — 4 Dodgers Minor Leaguers Get Weekly Honors
"The Los Angeles Dodgers' minor league system is among the best in MLB, and it flexed its muscles over the past week.
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