Dodgers’ Miguel Vargas keeps reaching base since getting optioned to Triple-A, Michael Busch hit a three-run home run for Oklahoma City, Jimmy Nelson started another rehab assignment, and outfielder Luis Rodriguez is on fire for Rancho Cucamonga.
Saturday in the Dodgers minors, strong outings on the mound by Landon Knack and Payton Martin. Also, Triple-A second baseman Jahmai Jones opted out of his contract and was released.
Thursday in the Dodgers minors included Emmet Sheehan striking out eight in five scoreless, hitless innings in Double-A, three pitchers at Low-A Rancho Cucamonga combine for 16 strikeouts in a shutout, and 19-year-old catcher Thayron Liranzo homered.