The trade deadline may have passed, but trades can still be made through waivers. The Dodgers took advantage of this, strengthening their backup catcher position.
I’m going to break this down unbiasedly first, then get to emotions.
Carlos Ruiz joins Chase Utley as career Phillies to be traded to the Dodgers in August. Last year, Utley was acquired and struggled for the most part down the stretch. Ruiz has lost playing time over the last couple years, but when he’s been playing and healthy, he’s produced. In 193 plate appearances this season, Ruiz has a .