Dodger BlueDodger BlueDodger Blue
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Spring Training
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Font ResizerAa
Dodger BlueDodger Blue
Font ResizerAa
  • Dodgers News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
  • Team
  • Video
  • Odds
  • About
Search
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Spring Training
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Follow US
© 2024 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Dodger Blue > Dodgers News > Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Impressed By Matt Kemp
Dodgers News

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Impressed By Matt Kemp

Daniel Starkand
March 28, 2018
3 Min Read
Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
SHARE

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a trade that shocked the baseball world this past offseason, as they sent Adrian Gonzalez, Brandon McCarthy, Scott Kazmir and Charlie Culberson to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for a familiar face in Matt Kemp.

Kemp’s second stint with the Dodgers was not expected to be a long one though, as the organization made it clear that the would attempt to trade him. They were unsuccessful in doing that, so Kemp reported to Camelback Ranch for Spring Training still a member of the Dodgers.

The spring has since come and gone, and Kemp is now likely to be the team’s starting left fielder on Opening Day. Part of that is because of the strong showing that Kemp had, tying for the team lead with five home runs.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was among those who were impressed by Kemp from the outset of players reporting to camp.

“I’ve liked the way that he came into camp in great shape. I’ve liked the way that’s he’s mixing with the guys, coaches, players,” Roberts said. “He’s always been a professional in the way that he prepares for each day, that’s been very consistent.

“And I think that timing, a little bit of mechanics, he’s trying to work through and he’s got a day to work through that. And defensively, just continuing to try and take balls out there and go out there and be engaged in left field because he grew up playing center field then played some right field, so left field is still kind of foreign to him. So just really getting reads off the bat.”

Kemp is using this opportunity as a second chance to win back the fan base and bring a World Series to the city of Los Angeles, something he was unable to do in the first nine years of his career before being traded.

There surely will be a lot of emotions for Kemp when he takes the field Thursday against the San Francisco Giants, as he described returning to the city that he called home for so long as exciting.

Total
0
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Share 0
TAGGED:Dave RobertsLos Angeles DodgersMatt Kemp
ByDaniel Starkand
Daniel Starkand is a graduate from Chapman University with a degree in journalism and broadcast journalism. He grew up in Burbank, Calif. and played baseball at Burbank High and his first two years at Chapman. Along with serving as a senior writer, editor and social media manager for DodgerBlue.com, Daniel also writes for LakersNation.com. Contact: daniel@mediumlargela.com
Ad imageAd image
Sign Up for Our Newsletter
Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

You Might Also Like

Corey Seager, Will Smith
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Dave Roberts: Corey Seager & Will Smith Taking Quality Plate Appearances, But Dodgers Need More Collectively

September 7, 2021
September 7, 2021
Landon Knack, 2024 Spring Training
FeaturedGame Central

Nationals Vs. Dodgers Game Preview: Landon Knack Makes MLB Debut

April 17, 2024
April 17, 2024
Clayton Kershaw
Dodgers News

Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw Pleased With More Swings And Misses While Pitching Deep Into Start Against Giants

August 14, 2018
August 14, 2018
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Tyler Thornburg
Rumors

Dodgers Rumors: Tyler Thornburg Signed After Being Released By Red Sox

July 29, 2019
July 29, 2019

Categories

  • News
  • Rumors
  • Games
  • History

Information

  • Advertise
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

© 2025 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?

  • 日本語
  • 한국어