[13], After recovering from his injuries, Thompson was optioned to the Oklahoma City Dodgers to begin the 2017 season, but was called up to the parent club partway through the season. Trayce, right, with brothers Klay and Mychel in 2017. August 4, 2015 There was an elementary school behind their new Southern California house, and they spent the whole summer on the campuss fields and courts. 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. As he toiled in the minors, trying to rediscover his game, his older brother Klay Thompson, the All-Star guard for the Golden State Warriors, was tethered to the bench with a string of serious injuries, missing all of the 2019-20 season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament and all of 2020-21 with a with a ruptured Achilles tendon. 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. rookie Trayce Thompson hits first career home run against Angels", "White Sox acquire Frazier in 3-team deal", "Dodgers finalize opening day roster: Charlie Culberson, Trayce Thompson, Austin Barnes, Louis Coleman earn spots", "Back soreness sends Dodgers' Trayce Thompson to DL", "Thompson has back fractures, X-ray reveals", "Los Angeles Dodgers Injury Updates: Kazmir Misses Out on Minor League Playoffs", "OKC Dodgers: Outfielder Trayce Thompson works to regain footing in new setting", "Dodgers Designate Trayce Thompson, Claim Cory Mazzoni From Cubs", "Athletics Designate Trayce Thompson for Assignment", "White Sox trade Tyler Saladino to Brewers, pick up Trayce Thompson from Athletics", "White Sox's Trayce Thompson: Designated for assignment", "Diamondbacks Sign Trayce Thompson To Minor-League Deal", "Padres' Trayce Thompson: Joins San Diego", "Padres' Trayce Thompson: Called up from Triple-A", "Detroit Tigers sign Trayce Thompson, brother of Klay Thompson, to minor-league contract", "Los Angeles Dodgers acquire Trayce Thompson from Detroit Tigers", "Los Angeles Dodgers add newly acquired OF Trayce Thompson to active roster", "White Sox prospect Trayce Thompson inspired by brother and NBA star Klay", "Klay Thompson recalls brother Trayce's 'surreal' White Sox debut", "Miller: Dodgers' Trayce Thompson Rockies' Nolan Arenado share brotherly bond that dates to youth baseball", "Trayce Thompson at Dodgers Faith & Family Day", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Trayce_Thompson&oldid=1139617109, August 4,2015,for theChicago White Sox, Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 16 February 2023, at 01:10. Follow us on our Sideaction Twitter handle, Instagram, and Facebook for the latest on sports and pop culture news across the web! In 2009 combined, Thompson hit .198 in 106 at-bats. Trayce, meanwhile, has helped answer some of the Dodgers midseason problems. Between July 2016 and the beginning of the 2022 campaign, he logged less than a seasons worth of MLB games in total. Its something I never really thought could happen.. I am not waiting., I ask about a quote he gave a reporter in 2015 about the morning ESPN ran with a false report that hed been traded to Oakland. October 15, 2022 | 00:00:38. Hes a good chess player, but hes a reckless chess player. and having some guys not being consistent with the bat, having Trayce be there and perform has been a big lift to our lineup.. It was a good year for me and kind of showed me I could still do this, Thompson said. As Klay returned to the court last fall, going on to win a fourth NBA title with the Warriors, Trayce eventually got back to the majors for the first time in three years, earning a September call-up from the Chicago Cubs last season after hitting 21 home runs during the triple-A season. By Dan Hayes. 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. He signed with San Diego after the lockout ended and immediately produced at Triple-A El Paso, which earned him a promotion in late April when Wil Myers was injured. Thompson, 31, has faced plenty of challenges in his 13-year career. ), Your email address will not be published. From there, it was Rookie Ball, and then stints in Kannapolis, then Winston-Salem, and finally Charlotte, North Carolina. That opportunity enticed the outfielder, too. @susanslusser was on it. Trayce was on the other end of the line. Dodgers @ Padres. It's an unspoken advantage, Trayce says. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. \n","providerName":"Twitter","providerUrl":"https://twitter.com","type":"rich","width":550},"type":"oembed"},{"__typename":"Markdown","content":"Hes made the most of his opportunity, with the most recent example coming in two consequential moments Friday. He produced a solid season at Triple-A Columbus, hitting 24 homers, but never had an opportunity with Cleveland and was released Aug. 1. The performance only strengthened Thompsons resolve. [10], Thompson was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on March 27, 2018. Do you have a sports website? So I feel like all the stars kind of lined up.. His oldest brother played in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite the setbacks, he didnt contemplate retirement. But last week was the first time Trayce had the opportunity to attend one of his brothers championship celebrations. [3], Thompson was added to the White Sox' 40-man roster on November 20, 2013. [18] He had one hit in seven at-bats in three games for the Athletics. BET $5 ON ANY PREGAME MONEYLINE AND GET $200 IF YOU WIN! Simona Thompson (his best friend) Connie Morrison (his ex-best friend) Tracy Hodges (his genderbent counterpart) And its a trait that should only grow in importance this season, with Thompson likely to split time with left-handed-hitting David Peralta in a left-field platoon. I don't get bothered by it. Free Agent: 2026, More Trayce Thompson Pages at Baseball Reference, 2022 Dodgers [28] On May 10, he was designated for assignment but he declined the assignment and elected free agency. His world-famous brother was rehabbing from a world-famous ACL tear, but it felt familiar to all be together again. He aggravated a back injury that July. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. I just lived out of one big suitcase, he said with a self-deprecating laugh. I learned so much just watching him, Trayce Thompson said. Exceeded rookie limits during 2016 season, 2023 Contract Status: Jillian Doors; Community. A therapist once told me that each sibling after the first must push to claim their space within the family. Trayces road was different, and for good reason: making it in Major League Baseball comes down to luck, skill, stubbornness, and, most of all, timing. Trayce Thompson was born on March 15, 1991. Kid was born in July. Trayces father was the first overall pick in the 1978 draft and won two championships with the 1980s Lakers. Trayce Thompson was the difference Friday, both at the plate and in the field. In many ways, theyve been the defining mementos of Trayce Thompsons transient career path. This guy battled through a strenuous rehab right when his career was taking off and then had to go back down to the minors and do it all over again. [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. Manage Settings I feel like in the moment, you dont really hear the noise or anything like that. Mychal and Klaywith their combined 6 championship rings and respective eccentric social media presencescast a long shadow. Last time we checked, Klay has a new younger girlfriend. Biographical Information []. 13 years in, his hard work is finally. Im glad Im in the spot I am now. But, of course, with a Showtime Laker for a father they played just as much basketball. But Im glad it happened because I needed to figure out who I was going to be. He sits down on a too-small folding chair, and I cant help but notice his sneakersKobe 5s, the LA Edition. Indeed, the spectrum ranges from Chicago White Sox black to Oakland Athletic green, Arizona Diamondback red to San Diego Padre brown. [3] On September 14, 2021, the Cubs selected Thompson's contract. If only hed known what it would lead to. 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). He also had many self talks, trying to replenish his psyche with confidence and conviction.. Any time you can find a way to get there physically that made it extra special. Gallo hasnt impressed me Trace Thompson has alot going on. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. 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. I wasnt able to control that inside part of the zone.. He likes his newfound perspective on the game and understands why the clich control what you can control is important. And during the first half of the ensuing campaign, he flourished as a 25-year-old rookie, posting a .796 on-base-plus-slugging percentage and 13 home runs in his first 73 games while, occasionally, batting as high as third in the lineup. The 31-year-old spoke with LA Times Dodger insider Jack Harris to reflect on his 2022 campaign and what he plans to improve on in 2023. Thereal Wiki. Who knows? Mychal played for the Los Angeles Lakers and currently works in sports radio. [21], On December 1, 2018, Thompson signed a minor league deal with the Cleveland Indians, who released him on August 2, 2019. But then, he proudly noted, his collection always has featured more Dodger blue than anything else. I probably shouldnt be talking about this, but we can get physical and were not gonna get hurt, because we know each other, Trayce says. Find out more. A big Dodgers fan, Mychal Thompson said his sons return is a dream come true. He also pointed out it could lead to another family celebration come November. But thats on me. I've been trying to manifest it. Not only is Klay part of the organization, their oldest brother, Mychel, became a coach earlier in the year. I didnt want to finish my career thinking that I didnt leave it all out there.. It was his dream to put the Dodger uniform on again., Mychal Thompson, father of Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson. 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. 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. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Its been a long journey in professional baseball for Trayce, with a major back injury derailing his career for a time. 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. 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. After two outfielders suffered injuries, Thompson was promoted in September. That afternoon, Id asked Trayce what it really means to grow up in a sports family. Ad Choices. Subscribe and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Dodgers news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and more! The biggest focus has been improving against left-handed pitching. I knew they were going to win Game 6, Trayce Thompson said. [7] He hit his first major league home run on August 11 against Hector Santiago. Oh man! To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Youre just trying to make the play, and lucky for us, we came out on the right side of it.. 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. But at the same time, I dont play this game to play Triple-A baseball. On Monday, the Dodgers traded for Thompson, who had an upcoming opt-out clause in his minor-league deal with Detroit. And as NBA first-rounders, Mychal and Klay played right away. That was going to be Craigs last hitter, so we needed every bit of that.. Trayce wasnt the only member of the Thompson family experiencing adversity at the time. 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. The Dodgers reportedly have been in the market for another bat leading up to the trade deadline Tuesday. 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 is the brother of NBA players Klay Thompson and Mychel Thompson and the son . But the Dodgers outfielder is finally where he wants to be. Seeing his mental strength to go through all that and see the light at the end of the tunnel, its similar to what Ive had to go through, Trayce said. Parents are engaged. [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. Stephanie Apstein Sep 2,. 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. [22] However he did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thompson, though, knows the fleeting nature of MLB success. Trayce tells me hes always felt a similar calm in high-leverage spots. And while Trayce says Klays better than him on the court, he's not better than me at anything other than basketball. Nothing else? Rotowire Jan 13, 2023. The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball, Salaries may not be complete (especially pre-1985) and may not include some earned bonuses. Though Thompsons back was healthy by the 2017 season, he struggled to hit. Only, it came when he was still trying to claw his way back to the big leagues. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Trayce Hodges is a genderbent of Tracy Hodges. [3] In 2011, Thompson again played the whole season with Kannapolis hitting .241 in 519 at-bats, and was named to the mid-season SAL All-star team. 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. I knew I could get to the big leagues and contribute and reestablish myself and be an impact player, Thompson said recently, now more than a month removed from a trade that brought him back to Los Angeles, where he is emerging as a midseason surprise with a .291 batting average, four home runs and 17 RBIs in 31 games. Follow Dan on Twitter @DanHayesMLB, Trayce Thompson previously played with the Dodgers for parts of two seasons before he was designated for assignment. Regardless, when hes in there I feel good. You can meet us on the third hole or whatever. As a result, Thompson rarely checks the schedule more than a few days ahead of time. I ask Trayce what would it feel like to win a ring with this Dodgers team the same year his brother won his fourth. Seeing him go after it day by day I was so proud and happy for him.. He hit four homers with a 1.114 OPS in 35 plate appearances. Trayce Thompson had 13 home runs last season and 39 home runs over his career. Dodgers Trayce Thompson arrives for a spring training baseball game against the Chicago White Sox on March 19, 2016, in Phoenix. But then, in July, he hurt his back and an x-ray revealed hed been playing with two fractured vertebrae for a couple weeks. vs. TBR 1 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB, Rookie Status: My brother is a good example of that, a guy who never shies away from a moment, never shies away from a certain shot, Trayce said. If the Dodgers make a deal for Juan Soto, it would bolster a lineup that should win World Series championships down the line. I was trying to make a team.. Trayce Thompson Statcast, Visuals & Advanced Metrics | MLB.com | baseballsavant.com LF | B/T: R/R | 6' 3" 225LBS | Age: 31 Draft: 2009 | Rd: 2, #61, Chicago White Sox | Santa Margarita HS Player Apps Pitch Highlighter | Player Similarity | Shifts | Swing Take Profile | illustrator | Zone Swing Profile | Player Comparison | Transaction History The family called him Bamm-Bamm growing up because he carried his bat around everywhere. Trayce Thompson was 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). A 6-foot-4, 200-pound outfielder, Thompson has terrific bat speed, and his future power potential is exciting. 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.. Oh no, Mychal thought. When their father got the Lakers announcing gig right before Klay started high school, the family relocated to Los Angeles and the three brothers became inseparable. 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. Thompson joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in Cincinnati on Tuesday after the Detroit Tigers traded him Monday for cash considerations. From award-winning writing and photography to binge-ready videos to electric live events, GQ meets millions of modern men where they live, creating the moments that create conversations. But in my opinion, I wasnt very good.. Those struggles made his reemergence with the Dodgers last season one of the teams biggest feel-good stories, as Thompson nailed down a nearly everyday role after being traded back to the club in late June. September 1, 2022 September 1, 2022. Klay was gutted when Trayce got the news about his back, but it only was when he faced his own adversitymissing consecutive seasons with a torn ACL and then a torn Achillesthat he fully understood his brothers grueling stretch. During his previous career as an executive at a technology company, he began writing about baseball in his spare time. Latest on Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Trayce Thompson including complete game-by-game stats on ESPN He made a strong impression when he was here, Friedman said. GQ may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. 13 years in, his hard work is finally bearing fruit. So I had no excuse but to do everything I can to get back [to the majors] and reestablish myself.. Mentally, I had to reevaluate myself and kind of find myself again, Thompson said. And I dont like him as a one-off DH. I know I had a step in the right direction last year for myself and my career, helping this team, Thompson said. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Your email address will not be published. Hes a guy you cant bet against.. Data Provided By 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. I feel like Im in a good spot physically and mentally to do that. For all this stuff to line up, it just felt so meant to be. Trayce is Klays younger brother by one year. Through 80 games, Trayce hit 13 homers and had batted as high as third in the lineup. He developed quick bonds in his new clubhouse, even moving in with Joc Pederson, Corey Seager and Alex Wood. The reason why Roberts prefaced his remarks by saying they would be somewhat redundant was because Thompson has been delivering since joining the Dodgers for his second stint with the team (having also played for them from 2016-17). Put another way, his strikeout rate was slightly higher than that of Chris Taylor, whom LA manager Dave Roberts . It was really frustrating, especially in the middle of the season to not know what was going on and being thrown out in the fire of the major leagues. Over 13 years in professional baseball, the journeyman outfielder has been with nine franchises; played for 19 major and minor league teams; been traded, purchased or claimed six times. His mental approach is different and several swing adjustments over the years have him better prepared to do damage on high fastballs. He has a great frame that's both athletic and projectable, and his arm strength is . After signing with the Padres this spring and getting released following just six MLB games, Trayce was back in the minors, excelling for the Detroit Tigers triple-A affiliate in his latest bid to revive his career. I didnt play well, Thompson said of his first Dodgers stint. Trayce Nikolas Thompson (born March 15, 1991) is an American professional baseball outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB). Thompson attended Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. It's why the Dodgers outfielder has been watching old video of. 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational First Round Leader Picks: Rickie Fowler Time! Thompson struck out in 36% of his plate appearances with Los Angeles last year. After the game, he raced to his hotel to gather his belongings before taking a 45-minute Uber ride to Boston for a night of celebrating. Nearly half his RBIs have come in the seventh inning or later. [9] He played in 80 games for the Dodgers, hitting .225 with 13 homers and 32 RBI. Dodgers' Trayce Thompson: Inks one-year deal. I'm really excited for him to finally get his taste of postseason baseball, Klay says. Born: Baseball IQ seems out the roof! Mychal Thompson is confident Trayce will exhaust every ounce of energy to achieve his dream. It was all in slow motion for him, though.\n\nI 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. Dodgers' Trayce Thompson gets another shot at MLB dream. All images are property the copyright holder and are displayed here for informational purposes only. As the youngest of three brothers myself, I was always fascinated by Trayce. His next couple years werent much better: A self-admitted disaster in 2018, when he batted just .117 in 51 games with the As and White Sox; a mediocre 2019 season with Clevelands triple-A affiliate; and a pandemic-shortened 2020 campaign spent entirely at the Diamondbacks alternate training site. Thats what his brothers hoping for, at least. Now, I got back here right towards the end of June, beginning of July. Bad habits formed by initially playing through the injury led to a big drop in offensive performance. He was traded to the Dodgers in June, filling the teams need for outfield defense and righthand hitting created by a string of injuries. [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. So, it just feels right. This week, that process led Thompson to watching old film of his rookie season with the Chicago White Sox in 2015, when his ability to punish left-handers originally helped him break into the league. Although Thompson got approval from the Dodgers to play the event which will keep him away from the teams camp for at least a week during group stage play at Chase Field in Phoenix his entry wasnt as straightforward as most. Trayce Thompson was born in Los Angeles, CA. He said, Communicating with Klay on the phone is sometimes like pulling teeth. Klay currently has one baby in his life, that baby is his nephew, Baby Thompson. [10], Thompson was traded back to the White Sox on April 19, in return for cash considerations. His two-run homer to center in the second inning gave the Dodgers an early 4-0 lead. 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