Tue, Aug 2, 2022 at 4:05pm

GALLO GOES TO THE DODGERS

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired outfielder Joey Gallo from the New York Yankees for pitcher Clayton Beeter.

What does it give the Los Angeles Dodgers
In Gallo, the Dodgers get a power-hitting outfielder who can hit monstrous home runs and play solid defense. He has never hit for average and can go into a tailspin rather quickly, but he is a decent gamble for LA. Gallo should see at-bats in left field and as a DH.

What does it give the New York Yankees
The Yankees were desperate to find a taker for Gallo, who was recently replaced by newcomer Andrew Benintendi in the outfield. Beeter has a great arm but has struggled in Double-A ball this season. The change of scenery should help him.

Fantasy impact
Gallo could be available in some leagues because of his porous performance so far in 2022, and may be worth picking up as a Dodger. Beeter is on the keeper radar, so keep an eye on his progress within the Yankees organization.

Player focus

Los Angeles Dodgers

Joey Gallo 1B/OF

New York Yankees

Clayton Beeter P