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. Every hair on my body stood up, the former Lakers center recalled recently. Trayce Thompson and his fiance Jillian quietly had a baby, and now we have some photographic evidence of the Baby Thompson. Thatd be incredible, Klay says. But as the 31-year-old reflected on his performance this winter, he fixated on areas where his game could improve ways he could cement his place on the Dodgers roster more permanently. Klay currently has one baby in his life, that baby is his nephew, Baby Thompson. His current contract terms are 1 yr/$1.45M (23). That afternoon, Id asked Trayce what it really means to grow up in a sports family. Trayce nods along graciously as I overshare. He appeared in 27 games with the Dodgers but spent most of the season at Triple A. For that reason, brothers are shaped by that wrestling match as much as they are by their parents. Trayce was a project, according to Baseball Prospectus, but he eventually climbed his way to Baseball Americas #5 prospect in the White Sox organization. That was a play we needed, Roberts said. Jun 21, 2022. But hes unsure how much longer hes willing to continue chasing the dream and understands the realities of being a 31-year-old at Triple A. Some defensive statistics Copyright Sports Info Solutions, 2010-2023. Hes headed back to the major leagues. He is the brother of NBA players Klay Thompson and Mychel Thompson and the son . One of the quirks of the post-pandemic minor-league schedule is teams play six-game series each week from Tuesday to Sunday. Meet Anna Kleinsorge: Details About Ryan Leaf Future Wife. Roberts hinted at such hesitancy when asked at the start of spring about Thompsons participation, saying: Im never going to discourage guys from playing for their countries. Best Bets, Sports Stories, Tool Usage: The Odds Shop is Live. But I always knew I was capable of being here.. I know I had a step in the right direction last year for myself and my career, helping this team, Thompson said. Full-year historical Major League statistics provided by Pete Palmer and Gary Gillette of Hidden Game Sports. Trayce Thompson Embed This Center Field Age: 31-332d Exp: 3.010 Years Bat/Throw: Right/Right Drafted: Round 2 (#61 overall), 2009 College: Santa Margarita Catholic HS Agent (s): (Wasserman) - More Dodgers - Active Contract Details Career Earnings Transactions Injuries Statistics 2023 Financial Rankings Cap Hit Cash Average #20 Center Field Favorite Moment: Kirk Gibson's homer will always have a place, but Kershaw's homer on Opening Day 2013 might be the winner. For once in his career, Trayce seems to be in the right place at the right time. But in my opinion, I wasnt very good.. He was stunned to see his son wasnt in the lineup and texted to find out why only to discover Trayce had been packing his apartment following the trade. Oh man! He developed quick bonds in his new clubhouse, even moving in with Joc Pederson, Corey Seager and Alex Wood. So I had no excuse but to do everything I can to get back [to the majors] and reestablish myself.. Im very motivated to prove myself at the major leagues. But the Dodgers outfielder is finally where he wants to be. You cant ask for anything better than this, to play here in L.A. for a great team like the Dodgers, who have a chance to get to the Series. Stop being surprised! If you're not here, we are teeing off at nine. Straight on, its hard to spot the resemblance, but in profile, hes a dead-ringer for Klay. Its the club with which, six years ago, he experienced the peak of his career. Trayce Thompson finishes up his round of batting practice a bit after noon and is drenched with sweat when he enters the media room in the bowels of Chavez Ravine. Trayce remembers driving from Irvine, Calif., to the Bay Area that night to support the brother hed always thought of as Iron Man, unsure of what to say. The boys grew up in Portland, in a home dominated by sports: the nearby Seattle Mariners had Ken Griffey Jr., Randy Johnson, and Alex Rodriguez and all three boys were smitten. I think Trayce is surprised by it, Roberts said of Thompson flipping his career tendencies. After stops in L.A., Oakland, Chicago, San Diego, and a half dozen minor league teams, Trayce is back with the Dodgers, where he has found an MLB home. When he received the itinerary for the upcoming road trip on June 9, Thompson noticed Toledo played its next series at Triple-A Worcester, just up the road from Boston. Trayce tells me hes always felt a similar calm in high-leverage spots. He sits down on a too-small folding chair, and I cant help but notice his sneakersKobe 5s, the LA Edition. [11] When his injury did not respond to treatment, he underwent an X-Ray which revealed that he had multiple fractures in his back,[12] which kept him out of action for the rest of the season. Much of the play-by-play, game results, and transaction information both shown and used to create certain data sets was obtained free of charge from and is copyrighted by RetroSheet. But then, in July, he hurt his back and an x-ray revealed hed been playing with two fractured vertebrae for a couple weeks. When youre 31 at Triple A, you can see that sometimes. Deadmau5 Wife: Is He Married To Kelly Zimmerman? in Los Angeles, CA [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. Born: [18] He had one hit in seven at-bats in three games for the Athletics. [8] He made the Dodgers' 2016 opening day roster. A Phoenix native, he originally interned at The Times before joining the staff in 2019. But thats on me. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. That's real perseverance and will power to just grind every day to fulfill your dreams. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. The performance only strengthened Thompsons resolve. On Monday, the Dodgers traded for Thompson, who had an upcoming opt-out clause in his minor-league deal with Detroit. Subscribe to Stathead Baseball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Baseball Reference Database. Trayce Hodges is a genderbent of Tracy Hodges. Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Admittedly Surprised by Success of Trayce Thompson. Klay, of course, was second on Golden State with 230 minutes played in the NBA Finals and averaged 19 points per game in the postseason. Its something I never really thought could happen.. When I was here first in 2016, I got hurt right at the beginning of July. 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. Dodgers @ Padres. It would be awesome, man., Two week later, I ask Klay the same question. Im glad Im in the spot I am now. 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. Hey, Dad, Trayce said. Trayces role for the rest of the season remains unclear. Home Fan Central BETA Games Anime Movies TV Video . I think it's a compliment. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. His two-run homer to center in the second inning gave the Dodgers an early 4-0 lead. Their talks, however, were impactful for Trayce too. us. When you hurt your back, its just such a flip of the coin. It felt like he was back home. It's not empty numbers, either, as Thompson has repeatedly come through . It was his dream to put the Dodger uniform on again., Mychal Thompson, father of Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson. For goodness sake, his numbers and the eye test say hes better than Gallo, Taylor and even Bellinger right now! Free Agent: 2026, More Trayce Thompson Pages at Baseball Reference, 2022 Dodgers We weren't in school yet, so it was hard to make friends, Klay tells me. Only, it came when he was still trying to claw his way back to the big leagues. Like, thats my brother, man! Dodgers Trayce Thompson arrives for a spring training baseball game against the Chicago White Sox on March 19, 2016, in Phoenix. 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. 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 think Im the straightest shooter in the family, Trayce says. Trayce, meanwhile, has helped answer some of the Dodgers midseason problems. [26] He had seven hits in 28 at bats over 15 games. PHOENIX Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Trayce Thompson hugged his teammates, put on a commemorative postseason cap, listened to the roar of the crowd, and stood in awe in the middle of the field, soaking up the moment. Next months WBC will present another unique opportunity for Thompson, who was eligible to play for Team Britain because of his fathers heritage in the Bahamas a commonwealth nation still associated with the United Kingdom. [10] He elected free agency on November 2, 2018. Nearly half his RBIs have come in the seventh inning or later. I want him to achieve everything, Trayce says. He was so excited., Trayce smiles as I read it back to him. He just plays as fast as possible, so he makes some stupid moves., Sibling relationships are messy, so I prod: can an ultra-competitive younger brother not feel any jealousy about a sibling outshining him? Trayce Thompson and his fiance Jillian quietly had a baby, and now we have some photographic evidence of the Baby Thompson. Join our linker program. He appreciates the determination Trayce has shown in good times and bad. Its been a mental grind.. [3] Before the 2013 season, Thompson was ranked the White Sox #2 prospect. So, it just feels right. Its not hard to suspect that Trayce has been successful for reasons beyond pure athletic skill. Parents are engaged. As he worked his way back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament injury that ended his 2019 Finals run, Klay Thompson tore his Achilles tendon in November 2020. His oldest brother played in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Since 2018, Thompson, who previously played for the Dodgers from 2016 to 2017, has been designated for assignment five times, granted free agency three times, claimed off waivers and traded twice and released once. So this spring, hes trying to find a happy medium, confident that the right setup will allow him to succeed against pitchers of either hand. [10] He was placed on the disabled list on July 16 with a sore back. It just felt like baseball once I stepped on the field.. Austin Barnes and Julio Uras are representing not only Mexico in the WBC, but a community with the largest Mexican American population in the U.S. Ill still bet on the fact that therell be an uptick significant uptick versus left this year, manager Dave Roberts echoed this week. Subscribe and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Dodgers news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and more! In the seventh inning, Trayce was unexpectedly pulled from the game. 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. ), Your email address will not be published. He cant say if it came from birth position or from his love of Curb Your Enthusiasm (Ive watched so much Larry David, I feel like hes a part of me now). document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We will never share your email with anyone. Thompson cleared waivers and elected free agency Saturday. Its a little daunting, he said, to see all the different colors.. I just lived out of one big suitcase, he said with a self-deprecating laugh. Trayce was good too, but baseball was his obsession. I 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. Find out more. Thompson continued to play well for the Dodgers, belting 13 homers and playing good defense for a team with World Series aspirations, until he fractured two vertebrae in his lower back in July 2016 and missed the rest of the season. I really struggled versus the fastball., Thompson still managed strong numbers overall, but he knows crushing lefties [is] the whole reason I got traded here.. He hit four homers with a 1.114 OPS in 35 plate appearances. (Age 24-142d, August 4, 2015 I do think the numbers versus left will correct itself a little bit and hopefully the numbers versus right dont self-correct either. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. It's an unspoken advantage, Trayce says. Last year, I feel like I got tied up inside a lot, he said, comparing his new approach with his old one. He made a strong impression when he was here, Friedman said. Trayce Thompson was a pleasant surprise for the Dodgers in 2022. 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.\n\nThat was a play we needed, Roberts said. I learned so much just watching him, Trayce Thompson said. For me personally and selfishly, I havent experienced any of these NBA moments. . We would be there all day, man, playing catch or shooting hoops. Back in the summer of 2021, Thompson and his fianc Jillian secretly had a baby. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. He quickly realized if the NBA Finals went that long the Boston Celtics had a 2-1 series lead Game 6 would be played in Boston. [7], On December 16, 2015, Thompson, along with Micah Johnson and Frankie Montas, were traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers as part of a three team trade that sent Todd Frazier to the White Sox and Jos Peraza, Brandon Dixon and Scott Schebler to the Cincinnati Reds. If Trayce can stick around we might be going to another parade.. And I dont like him as a one-off DH. I'm so proud to be his brother., I feel like mine was more physical and his was more mental, Trayce says. I didnt want to finish my career thinking that I didnt leave it all out there.. [23] He re-signed with the Diamondbacks on a minor league deal on November 2, 2020 but played in only four games for the Triple-A Reno Aces in 2021, going 5-18. He has also played for the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, and the San Diego Padres. Trayce started for much of July and August, but then trades and lineup shuffles sent him back to the bench. Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. The youngest son of Los Angeles Lakers great Mychal Thompson, Trayce Thompsons early minor-league performance never quite matched the hype of his second-round pick (2009) status. You don't necessarily know if you're gonna get back to being the same athlete you were. (Courtesy of Trayce Thompson). Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes, one of his closest friends, ran over to Thompson last Tuesday when they clinched the NL West title, gave him a long, emotional embrace and said:How cool is this? Since 1957, GQ has inspired men to look sharper and live smarter with its unparalleled coverage of style, culture, and beyond. Not necessarily because of injury, but just because of performance and everything thats happened in my career. Trayce said Klay came to him for advice about how he had dealt with the disappointment of his back injury and how he coped with the mental struggles of a long-term rehab. [4] Thompson spent the entire 2013 season at Double-A Birmingham where he hit .229 in 507 at bats. [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. They need guys to play well. I'd have to sprint from the car to my class. Save for the social media presence, his brother is still the exact same dude. Trayce is currently in the Chicago Cubs organization. Latest on Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Trayce Thompson including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN But this game isnt about talent, its about performance at the major-league level. Ill say, Tee times at nine o'clock, Klay, Trayce says. Starting tonight, when the Dodgers open their first-round playoff series against the San Diego Padres, Trayce will have a chance to play a pivotal role for a team for whom anything less than a World Series championship will constitute a failure. [21], On December 1, 2018, Thompson signed a minor league deal with the Cleveland Indians, who released him on August 2, 2019. Latest on Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Trayce Thompson including complete game-by-game stats on ESPN After being cut by the team two years later, he struggled to find another steady home in the majors, bouncing around eight organizations as a journeyman Class AAA player. That opportunity enticed the outfielder, too. Anybody got data on that? The promotion marks only the third major-league stint for Thompson in four chaotic seasons. In fact, if you had to choose one weakness for Thompson, it has been his performance against lefties (just a .555 OPS). Mychal played for the Los Angeles Lakers and currently works in sports radio. I feel like in the moment, you dont really hear the noise or anything like that. The Golden State Warriors superstar has yet to get married and have kids, but that doesnt mean babies arent in his future. Roberts also provided an update on a rehabbing Chris Taylor, who is still a ways from returning to the lineup. During his previous career as an executive at a technology company, he began writing about baseball in his spare time. But his tryout lasted six games and he was DFAd again. He said the biggest advantage was that hed seen that a professional career was possible, so kind of by osmosis, you just expect things to happen. His brother has become famous for his clutch performances. After two outfielders suffered injuries, Thompson was promoted in September. I cant speak right now to what the role is gonna look like on opening day, what its gonna look like in the middle of the season But were gonna need him.. Get stats, Statcast data, projections, articles, fantasy rankings, gifs and more for Trayce Thompson on Pitcher List. 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. And as NBA first-rounders, Mychal and Klay played right away. [3], On May 11, 2021, Thompson was traded to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations. Quit being surprised and play him more. 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). In 2009 combined, Thompson hit .198 in 106 at-bats. 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. It felt like he was back home. Trayce Thompson Is Grateful to Be Back in the Land of Stars A winding career has brought the 31-year-old outfielder back to Los Angeles, where he is playing a key role. A lot of teams maybe didnt see that out of me, which is fine, he said. Thompson actually made the play look much easier than it was, thanks to a great jump off the bat and direct route to the ball. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Back in the majors, and back in Dodger Blue, Trayce Thompson is where he belongs, You dont assume hes Mexican. 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Try a week on us. Follow us on our Sideaction Twitter handle, Instagram, and Facebook for the latest on sports and pop culture news across the web! Trayce Thompson is happy to be back with the Dodgers even if his trip back to Los Angeles has been a long trek. Mychal Thompson is confident Trayce will exhaust every ounce of energy to achieve his dream. To revisit this article, select My Account, thenView saved stories, To revisit this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. Professional baseball player Trayce Thompson is sharing a romantic relationship with his long-term partner Jillian. I'm really excited for him to finally get his taste of postseason baseball, Klay says. Seeing him go after it day by day I was so proud and happy for him.. Fridays win was a case in point. Baseball IQ seems out the roof! Surely, there have been contributions where you might least expect them. Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. His time with the Dodgers was on the clock too. Trayce Thompson had 13 home runs last season and 39 home runs over his career. Man, he doesnt care, he says. After stops in L.A., Oakland, Chicago, San Diego, and a half dozen minor league teams, Trayce is back with the Dodgers, where he has found an MLB home. It sounds redundant, Roberts said, but Trayce has been a huge addition to our ballclub defensively, which we see every night, and Ive given him some tough matchups [at the plate], but hes still productive against right-handed pitching. See the receipts below: Trayce is Klay's younger brother by one year. Reflecting back on all the change recently, Thompson couldnt help but sigh. Its been a mental grind., I always knew I was capable, he said, so I always saw a light at the end of the tunnel.. I've been trying to manifest it. Before that, he covered the Angels, the Kings and almost everything else the L.A. sports scene had to offer. [25] On November 3, 2021, Thompson was outrighted off of the 40-man roster and elected free agency two days later. Trayce Thompson experienced the peak of his career six years ago with the Dodgers. Thats what his brothers hoping for, at least. @will_smith30 talks about Trayce Thompson's impact on the team and offensive production. Before that, he covered the Angels, the Kings and almost everything else the L.A. sports scene had to offer. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. Dodgers' Trayce Thompson: Inks one-year deal. Motivated to prove he still was a viable player, Thompson said he focused more than ever headed into 2019. When you play for a team like the Dodgers, its time to produce, Thompson said. Hes a guy I learn from.. There was a little more than luck involved in that play, which had Thompsons teammates jumping onto the field in celebration. Thompson, 31, has faced plenty of challenges in his 13-year career. After bouncing between triple A and the big leagues in 2017, batting just .122 in 27 games, Thompson was designated for assignment by the team at the end of spring training the next year, claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees, then again by the Athletics two days later. May 14, 2022 at 6:00 pm ET 1 min read. Several valleys later, Thompson is back in L.A. and making the most of his return to the majors. I thought about Trayce every day, to be honest, Klay says. Any time you can find a way to get there physically that made it extra special. 20,976th in major league history) He said, Communicating with Klay on the phone is sometimes like pulling teeth. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. 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. But getting a lot of at-bats in front of us, I think, is helpful.. He came back from two major injuries when a lot of people counted him out and didnt know if he was gonna be who he is or whatever. 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. It left a bad taste in my mouth on the year, Thompson said. 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. Don't miss any of the Dodgers latest News, Rumors, and Exclusive Offers! Makes you wonder if Klay is starting to feel the pressure to pop one out now that his younger brother is a Dad. 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