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Dodgers Send Message to Chris Taylor After Major Roster Decision

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Robert Marvi | Last updated May 19, 2025 6:47 AM ET

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to win a second straight World Series championship and their third in six seasons. But they will have to do so without an old mainstay and fan favorite.

On Sunday, they decided to release Chris Taylor, a utility player who had been with them since the 2016 season. He was a key contributor for them on both defense and at the plate, and he earned two world titles during his time with the organization.

The Dodgers sent a message to the 34-year-old veteran with a post on their official Instagram account.

"Thank you Chris for bringing two championships to LA, all the unforgettable moments on and off the field and everything you’ve done for the city of Los Angeles," the caption read.

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Taylor first arrived in Los Angeles in a trade during the 2016 season from the Seattle Mariners. The Mariners had taken him in the fifth round of the amateur draft in 2012.

He played college baseball at Virginia, and while he was there, he took the school to the College World Series in 2011 with some clutch play versus UC Irvine during the Charlottesville Super Regional round.

One of his highlights with the Dodgers came when he was named the MVP of the 2017 National League Championship Series against the Chicago Cubs, along with Justin Turner. In doing so, he helped them reach the World Series for the first time since 1988.

He was named an All-Star in 2021, and he played a number of positions for the Dodgers, including shortstop and second base.

By waiving Taylor, they were able to activate Tommy Edman, another utility player who is coming off an injury.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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