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Dodgers News: Justin Turner Believes Launch Angle Is ‘Byproduct’ Of Swing

Ever since signing a Minor League contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers prior to the start of the 2014 season, third baseman Justin Turner has evolved into of one of the sport’s premier players at his position.

The 34-year-old credits an overhauling of his swing for the success he’s enjoyed at the plate in recent years, to which he focused on improving his timing to complement the very familiar leg kick that has stuck with him for the better part of his career.

The change in mechanics has led to Turner hitting more fly balls during his five-year stint with the Dodgers, which naturally has translated to an uptick in home runs as a result.