De Paula Sent to Minors After Impressive Performance, Eyes NLDS

WHO:

MLB.com - Josue De Paula, a top prospect and MLB Pipeline's No. 6 overall prospect.

MLB.com - Shohei Ohtani, activated from the 15-day injured list.

MLB.com - Andrew Friedman, president of baseball operations for the Dodgers.

MLB.com - Dave Roberts, manager of the Dodgers.

WHAT:

MLB.com - Josue De Paula was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City after an 11-game stint with the Dodgers.

MLB.com - De Paula hit 10-for-31 (.323) with seven RBIs and seven runs scored during his time with the Dodgers.

MLB.com - De Paula had more walks (11) than strikeouts (five) in 42 plate appearances.

MLB.com - Ohtani was activated from the injured list and returned to the Dodgers' lineup.

MLB.com - Ohtani recorded a .902 OPS and hit a team-leading 30 home runs before going on the IL.

MLB.com - The Dodgers expect to make at least one additional roster move, activating Dalton Rushing.

WHERE:

MLB.com - The Dodgers are based in Los Angeles, California.

MLB.com - De Paula made his Triple-A debut in Oklahoma City.

WHEN:

MLB.com - De Paula was called up to the Dodgers on September 11.

MLB.com - Ohtani last played on September 7 before being placed on the IL.

MLB.com - De Paula must remain in the Minors for a minimum of 10 days before he can return to the big league club, which aligns with the start of the NL Division Series.

WHY:

MLB.com - De Paula was optioned to make room for Ohtani's return from the injured list.

MLB.com - The Dodgers believe De Paula can be a serviceable Major League corner outfielder in the future.

HOW:

MLB.com - De Paula's performance included a strong ability to handle Major League pitching, as evidenced by his batting average and on-base performance.

MLB.com - Ohtani's return was managed by placing him in the lineup as a hitter only, due to previous injuries.

Josue De Paula, a top prospect and MLB Pipeline's No. 6 overall prospect, has been optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City after an impressive 11-game stint with the Dodgers, where he hit ten for thirty-one with seven RBIs and more walks than strikeouts. Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani has been activated from the injured list and is expected to return to the Dodgers' lineup as a hitter only, following a strong season where he recorded a .902 OPS and hit thirty home runs before his injury. The Dodgers are also anticipating at least one more roster move, with Dalton Rushing likely to be activated soon.