Dodgers’ Latest Newcomer Shines in Debut

The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed right-hander Brett Honeywell off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates over the weekend, per MLB transactions. The Dodgers are the fifth team he’s played for since his 2021 debut.

Wasting no time, Honeywell debuted with the Dodgers in Sunday’s 4-3 loss to the Detroit Tigers , becoming the 31st pitcher to suit up for the 2024 Dodgers in their 95th game of the season. He started what was supposed to be bullpen game and pitched three innings, didn’t allow a run, and notched two strikeouts.

Honeywell’s strong performance was easily lost in the aftermath of a second consecutive blown ninth-inning lead to close the first half.

Honeywell, 29, joined the Dodgers after spending the 2024 season in the Pirates organization. He appeared in just two games for the Pirates in July, allowing one earned run in 3.1 innings. He was designated for assignment and picked up by the Dodgers, whose pitching staff is reeling with injuries.

Prior to his brief stint with the Pirates, Honeywell played for Triple-A Indianapolis, pitching in 31 games for the team with a 4.85 ERA and seven saves.

Prior to this season, Honeywell played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Padres, and Chicago White Sox after making his debut in April 2021.

A former top-20 prospect and a veteran of the 2017 Futures Game, Honeywell has yet to find a consistent spot in the majors. He saw his most games with the Padres, pitching in 36 games before he was designated for assignment. In every other spot he has no more than four appearances.

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