Chris Taylor Injury News & Updates

Taylor is not in the lineup Monday for Game 2 of the NLDS versus the Diamondbacks, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor looks to be over the knee injury he suffered in the final game of the regular season, as he appeared in Game 1 off the bench. He'll ride the pine again to start Game 2, with Miguel Rojas starting at shortstop, Mookie Betts handling second base and David Peralta covering left field.

Taylor (knee) appeared off the bench in Saturday's 11-2 loss to Arizona in Game 1 of the National League Division Series, going 0-for-2 while playing two innings in left field.

Taylor exited the Dodgers' regular-season finale against the Giants on Oct. 1 with a left knee contusion, but he had sufficient time to heal up from the injury while Los Angeles was on bye for the wild-card round. The 33-year-old will likely fill a utility role throughout the Dodgers' postseason run, with most of his playing time expected to come against left-handed pitching.

Taylor (knee) is participating in an intrasquad game Wednesday in Los Angeles, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor was hit on the left knee by a pitch in Sunday's regular-season finale against the Giants, but he only suffered a mild contusion and is expected to be ready for Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday. Miguel Rojas (hand/wrist) is also playing in Wednesday's intrasquad game at Dodger Stadium.

Taylor left Sunday's game against the Giants with a left knee contusion.

He avoids a serious injury after getting hit by a pitch and exiting the season finale. Taylor should have enough time to get right for Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday.

Taylor was removed from Sunday's game against the Giants after being hit by a pitch on the left knee, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

The 33-year-old initially remained in the game after the hit-by-pitch, but he was lifted just an inning later. The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but Taylor will have most of the week to recover ahead of Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday.

Taylor went 3-for-5 with a double, a home run and five RBI in Thursday's 10-0 win over the Marlins.

After a run-scoring single in the fifth inning and an RBI double in the sixth, Taylor put the finishing touches on the Dodgers' 10-0 rout Thursday with a majestic three-run shot in the eighth. The versatile veteran has gone deep in two consecutive games played, matching his home run output from his previous 41 games. This marks the second time in Taylor's career that he has reached 15 homers and 15 steals in a single season.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Tuesday in a loss to the Marlins.

Taylor had the only extra-base hit in the contest for Los Angeles, taking A.J. Puk deep to left field for a game-tying solo shot in the seventh inning. It was the utility man's 14th homer of the campaign through 318 plate appearances, an uptick over the 10 long balls he hit across 454 plate appearances last season. Taylor has chipped in some speed as well with 15 thefts in the current campaign, though he's batting just .227 and has struck out at a 32.7 percent clip.

Taylor went 0-for-2 with two walks and a stolen base in Sunday's 3-1 win over Atlanta.

Taylor has gone 4-for-10 with five walks and three steals over his last five games. He's picked up eight of his 15 steals this season since the start of August. The 33-year-old is starting to hit a little better, but he's slashing just .226/.322/.420 for the season with 13 home runs, 40 RBI and 43 runs scored through 97 contests.

Taylor went 3-for-3 with two doubles, a walk, one RBI, one stolen base and one run scored in Tuesday's 9-1 win over the Diamondbacks.

It was a strong effort for Taylor on his 33rd birthday. He had gone just 6-for-25 with two extra-base hits and no steals over his last nine games. The versatile veteran is now at a .228/.317/.427 slash line with 13 steals, 13 home runs, 40 RBI, 41 runs scored, 12 doubles and a triple over 93 contests this season.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Wednesday's 7-1 win over the Brewers.

Taylor finished the scoring with a seventh-inning blast. The homer was his first since July 17. During his 21-game power-drought, he hit .227 with just two doubles and seven RBI, though he had five stolen bases in that span. The utility man is at a .219/.309/.426 slash line with 13 homers, 38 RBI, 39 runs scored and 12 steals through 84 contests overall.

Taylor went 1-for-2 with two walks, two stolen bases and two runs scored in Sunday's 8-3 win over the Rockies.

This was Taylor's second multi-steal effort in August, and he's logged five of his 12 thefts on the year over 11 contests this month. The utility man has hit safely in three straight games, going 4-for-10 in that span. For the season, he's at a .218/.306/.414 slash line with 12 home runs, 37 RBI, 38 runs scored, nine doubles and a triple over 271 plate appearances.

Taylor went 0-for-3 with a walk, two stolen bases and a run scored in Saturday's 8-3 loss to the Padres.

Taylor made the most of his trip on base, stealing second and third before scoring on a sacrifice fly in the second inning. The utility man continues to provide coverage at multiple positions, most recently spelling Max Muncy (wrist) at third base over the last two games. For the season, Taylor is up to nine steals while slashing a shaky .216/.297/.428 with 12 home runs, 37 RBI and 35 runs scored through 77 contests. He's hit safely in 10 of his last 13 games, going 11-for-44 (.250) with nine walks in that span.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in Monday's 6-4 win over the Orioles.

Taylor received his first start since coming off the injured list Friday, though he had logged four at-bats in a non-starting role over the weekend. The utility man produced the biggest hit of the contest against Baltimore, belting a sixth-inning grand slam that turned a two-run Dodgers deficit into a two-run lead. Taylor started at shortstop Monday before moving to left field late in the game, but he's not in the lineup for Tuesday's contest.

Taylor isn't in the Dodgers' lineup Saturday against the Mets, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Despite being activated from the injured list ahead of Friday's contest, Taylor still has yet to re-enter the Dodgers' lineup. Mookie Betts will continue to start at second base while Taylor sits, keeping Jason Heyward in right field and batting seventh.

Taylor (knee) was activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Friday's game against the Mets.

With Miguel Vargas at Triple-A, Taylor should be able to play pretty regularly, at least in the short term. He hit .189 with two home runs and one steal in 37 June at-bats before landing on the shelf. Taylor went 2-for-5 with one home run in two rehab games.

Taylor (knee) shifted his rehab assignment to Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Sunday and went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk while playing seven innings at shortstop.

Taylor was making the second appearance of his rehab assignment, after he initially went 1-for-2 with a walk while playing for the Dodgers' rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate Friday. Though the utility player saw action at shortstop Sunday, he could end up settling into a regular role at second base when he's likely activated from the 10-day injured list when the Dodgers reconvene following the All-Star break. The Dodgers have an opening at the keystone after optioning the struggling Miguel Vargas to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Saturday that Taylor (knee) will be activated off the injured list at the end of the All-Star break, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor hasn't started a game since June 15 and went on the injured list June 25 with a right knee injury. He's been rehabbing at the team's complex in Arizona and played in his first ACL game Friday, going 1-for-2 with a walk. Taylor was 2-for-11 with a homer and four RBI across his last five games prior to landing on the IL.

Taylor (knee) is not expected to return to the field until after the All-Star break, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor has been on the injured list due to a bone bruise in his right knee, an injury he suffered back on June 16. He's currently rehabbing at the team's spring training complex in Arizona and is not close to a return.

Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Taylor (knee) is going on the 10-day injured list, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

The transaction should be retroactive to a few days ago, which would allow the 32-year-old to be activated as early as next weekend. According to Ardaya, the skipper indicated the bone bruise in Taylor's right knee hasn't gotten any worse since he suffered the injury June 16, but there's also been minimal improvement. Yonny Hernandez was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move.

Taylor (knee) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Manager Dave Roberts indicated Friday that Taylor could have a chance to rejoin the lineup Sunday, but the utility man will instead be held out of the starting nine for a seventh straight game due to bone bruise in his right knee. The Dodgers have a team day off Monday, and the 32-year-old should be considered day-to-day heading into Tuesday's series opener versus the Rockies.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters before Friday's game versus the Astros that Taylor (knee) will be limited to bench duties over the next two games before having a chance to return to the lineup Sunday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports.

Taylor has not been able to start since suffering a bone bruise in his right knee last Friday against the Giants. The versatile 32-year-old will be out of the lineup for the next two contests, but it's a positive development that Taylor should be in the starting nine for the Dodgers by the early portion of next week.

Taylor (knee) is not in the starting lineup Friday versus the Astros, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor will miss another contest as he continues to nurse a bone bruise in his right knee. Michael Busch will draw another start at third base and bat ninth against Houston.

Taylor (knee) remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Angels.

Taylor appeared as a pinch hitter Tuesday but hasn't started a game since last Friday due to a bone bruise in his right knee. Michael Busch is handling third base and batting ninth Wednesday with Max Muncy (hamstring) also currently sidelined.

Taylor went 0-for-1 in a 2-0 win over the Angels on Tuesday.

Taylor left last Friday's game with a bone bruise in his right knee and hasn't started since. Promisingly, the utility man was able to pinch hit Tuesday, flying out to left field in the ninth inning. Per Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, Taylor is unlikely to return to the starting lineup before this weekend, but he'll be available off the bench in the meantime.

Taylor (knee) told reporters before the game versus the Angels that he received a cortisone shot and a PRP injection, and he could be available off the bench for Tuesday's affair, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor has not been able to return to the lineup since leaving Friday's game against the Giants with his knee contusion. The versatile utility player is out of the lineup again for Tuesday's bout against the Halos, but his possible availability off the bench suggests he's not far from returning to the lineup barring a setback.

Taylor (knee) will sit Tuesday versus the Angels, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor will miss a third straight game as he continues to nurse a bruised right knee, but he was spotted getting reps on the field before the game according to Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com, so he's likely nearing a return in the near future. Lefty bat Michael Busch will draw another start at third base and bat ninth Tuesday against southpaw Reid Detmers and the Angels.

Taylor (knee) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against San Francisco, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor hasn't been able to play since leaving Friday's game against the Giants with a bruise on his right knee. The outfielder will miss at least one more game while recovering, and Michael Busch gets the start at third base with Jason Heyward lined up in right field.

Taylor (knee) isn't starting Saturday against the Giants.

Taylor had to leave Friday's contest after experiencing pain in his right knee, and the issue appears to still be lingering Saturday. Michael Busch will start at the hot corner in Taylor's place and bat eighth.

Taylor left versus the Giants on Friday with right knee pain, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor was pinch-hit for after noticeably limping in his previous plate appearance. Michael Busch took over for Taylor in the contest. For now, Taylor should be considered day-to-day, but it's likely he'll need to undergo imaging to determine the severity of the injury.

Taylor exited Friday's game versus the Giants with an apparent injury, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor was pinch-hit for in the fourth inning, and he was seen limping to first base in his previous at-bat. The veteran infielder will likely undergo further testing, but for now he should be considered day-to-day.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a grand slam home run, a walk and two total runs in Thursday's 5-4 extra-innings win over the White Sox.

The Dodgers were shut out for five frames before Taylor turned the tide of the game with a grand slam off Reynaldo Lopez in the sixth. The long ball was the 100th of his career and his fifth grand slam as a big-leaguer, per Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times. Taylor has struggled this year with a .209/.274/.460 slash line and 35.2 percent strikeout rate, but he's already hit more home runs (11) this season than he did in more than twice as many contests last year, and he's three thefts away from his third straight campaign of double-digit homers and steals.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor picked up a pair of starts in both left field and at shortstop over the past four games, going 3-for-16 with a solo home run and a stolen base. He should have a fairly clear path to steady playing time versus left-handers, but he'll likely sit out against right-handed pitching more frequently when the Dodgers are at close to full strength.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in Thursday's victory over Cincinnati.

Taylor kept the momentum going for the Dodgers with a leadoff homer in the top of the fourth inning to put the team up 4-0 behind a dominant Clayton Kershaw. He would later add a single to give him just his fourth multi-hit game since the start of May. The shortstop came into Thursday's matchup having gone just 3-for-16 since his two homer game on May 28 and remains a highly inconsistent bat in the Dodgers' lineup. He is, however, already up to 10 long balls on the season.

Taylor went 3-for-3 with two homers and three runs scored in Sunday's 11-10 loss against Tampa Bay.

Taylor smacked a pair of solo shots off Rays' starter Josh Fleming, loudly ending a 14-game stretch without a homer. Sunday's performance may be what Taylor needed to get back on track -- he'd gone just 5-for-36 with a .406 OPS since May 9. Overall, the 32-year-old utilityman is batting .213/.276/.500 with nine homers, 21 RBI, 20 runs scored and four stolen bases in 134 plate appearances this season.

Taylor is not in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Rays, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor has managed just a .125/.177/.188 batting line across his last 12 contests and now been out of the lineup for four of the last five games. Miguel Rojas will get the nod at shortstop Friday.

Taylor is not in the starting lineup Thursday against the Cardinals.

Taylor went 0-for-4 with a strikeout in Wednesday's series finale versus the Twins and is batting just .186 with a .250 on-base percentage through 112 plate appearances for the season. Granted, the 32-year-old utilityman has still managed to tally seven home runs, 17 RBI, four stolen bases and 17 runs scored. He could appear off the bench at some point in Thursday's series opener at St. Louis.

Taylor hit a two-run home run in his only at-bat against Milwaukee on Monday.

Taylor began the contest on the bench before being called up on to pinch hit for Michael Busch in the ninth inning. The veteran utility man came through with a two-run shot to center field, though it didn't make much of an impact on the outcome since the Dodgers still trailed 9-3 after the long ball. Taylor was batting an ugly .145 as recently as Aug. 29, but he's come alive since then, slashing .429/.478/.952 with two homers, three doubles, a triple, seven runs, seven RBI and two steals over his past seven contests.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Padres.

The Dodgers mustered only three hits and five walks in the contest, but Taylor's fourth-inning blast was all the offense they needed in the win. He's gone 7-for-16 (.438) with five extra-base hits, five RBI, two steals and six runs scored over his last five games. The utility man is slashing .205/.267/.500 with six homers, 15 RBI, 14 runs and three stolen bases across 86 plate appearances this season, though his hitting is trending in the right direction.

Taylor is not in the starting lineup Friday versus the Padres, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor went 2-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base and two runs scored in Wednesday's series finale against the Phillies, but he'll take a seat in Friday's series opener against the Padres and right-hander Yu Darvish.

Taylor went 2-for-3 with a triple, two runs scored and a stolen base in Wednesday's win over the Phillies.

Taylor's speed was on display in Wednesday's victory. The 32-year-old utilityman legged out a one-out triple in the seventh inning before scoring on Freddie Freeman's sacrifice fly. Taylor then got the Dodgers started in the ninth with a single before swiping second base, his third steal of the year, eventually scoring on Max Muncy's walk-off grand slam. Taylor now has three consecutive multi-hit games, going 6-for-11 with five extra-base hits in that span after a very slow start to the season. He's now slashing .205/.272/.479 with five home runs, 13 RBI and 13 runs scored through 81 plate appearances. Taylor should continue to see regular playing time with Los Angeles, thanks to his positional versatility.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a double, a run, an RBI and a stolen base in a 6-3 win against the Cardinals on Sunday.

Taylor had one of his best offensive games of the campaign, notching multiple hits for just the second time. The utility man drove in a run with his first double of the season in the fourth inning and scored on a sacrifice fly after singling, stealing second and reaching third on a wild pitch in the eighth. Taylor still has a long way to go to bring his slash line, which currently sits at .167/.222/.409, up to a respectable level.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with a three-run home run and a second run scored in Tuesday's 8-7 win over the Pirates.

The veteran utility player was the hero in this one, taking Colin Holderman deep in the eighth inning for what proved to be the game-winning hit. Taylor's stumbled out of the gate in 2023, batting .163 (8-for-49) through 17 games, but three of his last five hits have left the yard, giving him five homers and 10 RBI.

Taylor isn't starting in Sunday's game against the Cubs.

Taylor returned from a side injury to start at shortstop in Saturday's win, going 0-for-3 with a walk and his first stolen base of the campaign. However, Mookie Betts is making his first career start at shortstop Sunday, with Miguel Vargas starting at second base and Jason Heyward in right field. Though Taylor appears to have moved past the injury, he's not being used as an everyday player this season, so it's not surprising to see his name out of the lineup.

Taylor (side) will bat eighth and play shortstop Saturday against the Cubs, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor left Monday's game against the Mets with a left side injury. He returned off the bench Friday against the Cubs and struck out in both of his plate appearances. He now owns a .119/.191/.405 slash line and a 42.6 percent strikeout rate through 15 games.

Taylor (side) appeared off the bench Friday in the Dodgers' blowout loss to the Cubs.

Taylor was held out of the starting lineup for a fourth straight game due to soreness in his left side, but it's clear now that he will not require an IL stint. The versatile 32-year-old should be able to return in full Saturday or Sunday at Wrigley Field.

Taylor (side) remains out of the Dodgers' lineup for Friday's game versus the Cubs, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor hasn't started a game since Monday due to soreness in his left side, although he did serve as a pinch-runner Wednesday. At this point he still appears to be day-to-day. Luke Williams is at shortstop and James Outman is in left field Friday.

Taylor (side) is out of the lineup again Thursday versus the Cubs.

Taylor appeared off the bench Wednesday as a defensive replacement, but he hasn't started a game since experiencing discomfort in his left side Monday. Luke Williams is playing shortstop and batting eighth for the Dodgers on Thursday night at Wrigley Field.

Taylor (side) remains out of the Dodgers' lineup Wednesday against the Mets, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor was removed from Monday's game versus the Mets with left side soreness and has now missed two straight starts. With Miguel Rojas (hamstring) also ailing, the Dodgers' middle infield depth is running thin. Luke Williams is starting at shortstop Wednesday.

Taylor (side) is not in the lineup Tuesday night against the Mets.

Taylor was pulled from Monday's series opener versus New York after experiencing discomfort in his left side on a throw from the outfield. Consider him day-to-day for now.

Taylor was removed in the eighth inning of Monday's loss to the Mets due to a left side injury, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that Taylor was hurt on a throw from the outfield and said that the utility man will be re-evaluated Tuesday, per Eric Stephen of SBNation.com. Roberts also indicated that Taylor is likely to be sidelined for at least a couple days. Before exiting the contest, Taylor went 0-for-3 with a pair of strikeouts. He's struggled to a .125/.200/.425 slash line and a 40.0 percent strikeout rate through 45 plate appearances this season.

Taylor went 1-for-2 with a solo home run, a walk and an additional run scored in Sunday's loss to the Cubs.

Taylor kicked off the scoring in the contest with a solo shot to left field in the third inning, and he scored Los Angeles' only other run after drawing a walk in the seventh. Though he's batting a paltry .135 though 37 at-bats, four of Taylor's five hits have left the park. He's getting a fair amount of playing time due to his defensive versatility, as he's logged multiple appearances at shortstop, third base and left field early in the campaign. However, Taylor may see his opportunities start to decline if he can't improve upon his current 38.1 percent strikeout rate.

Taylor went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in a loss to the Cubs on Friday.

Taylor got the start in place of James Outman in left field with the Dodgers facing lefty Justin Steele. The versatile Taylor produced the first run of the game for Los Angeles with a 412-foot solo shot in the third inning. However, the utility man fanned in his second at-bat, giving him 16 strikeouts through 39 plate appearances on the season. Taylor's 41.0 percent strikeout rate is third-worst in the majors among players with at least 30 plate appearances.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks.

For the first time in a week, Miguel Rojas is back in the lineup at shortstop after overcoming a groin injury, resulting in Taylor moving to the bench. While starting each of the past six games, Taylor went 3-for-21 with two home runs and four RBI. Taylor's ability to play multiple infield and outfield spots should give him a pathway to holding down at least semi-regular playing time, though the return of Rojas undoubtedly hurts his outlook to some degree.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a homer and walk in Friday's 6-3 loss to Arizona.

It's the second homer of the season for Taylor, and it came in the fourth inning off an ineffective Madison Bumgarner. The versatile infielder/outfielder has shown some power in the early portion of the calendar, but is hitting just .143 over six appearances.

Taylor is starting at shortstop and batting eighth Thursday versus the Diamondbacks.

Miguel Rojas is again absent due to groin tightness, so Taylor will make his third straight start at short. Miguel Vargas (thumb) is also sitting Thursday night in Arizona, with Mookie Betts covering second base.

Taylor will start at shortstop and bat eighth for the Dodgers on Tuesday against the Rockies.

Miguel Rojas and Miguel Vargas (thumb) are both absent. Taylor belted a two-run homer in Monday's rout of Colorado, but that's his only hit through 12 plate appearances on the season.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in Monday's 13-4 victory over Colorado.

Taylor's first hit of the season was a two-run homer that gave the Dodgers an early 2-0 lead. The versatile right-hander is expected to split time with David Peralta, James Outman and Mookie Betts in the outfield, but Taylor has drawn three straight starts after not playing in the first two games of the season.

Taylor could be limited to more of a part-time role to begin 2023 with David Peralta, James Outman and Mookie Betts looking like the Dodgers' primary outfielders, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

The left-handed bats of Peralta and Outman should have them seeing most of their chances against right-handed pitching, which likely leaves Taylor to start versus southpaws. Taylor certainly didn't help himself with a poor showing during spring training, as he hit .125 and struck out 23 times in 57 plate appearances, which tops his career-worst 35.2 percent strikeout rate from 2022. The veteran utility man should still see fairly regular at-bats between shortstop -- where Miguel Rojas is filling in with Gavin Lux (knee) out for the season -- and the outfield, but Taylor's fantasy utility could be limited unless he's able to make more consistent contact and carve out a larger role.

Taylor is slashing .115/.281/.115 with four runs and an RBI through 32 Cactus League plate appearances.

Taylor endured his worst campaign as a Dodger last season, slashing just .221/.304/.373 with a career-worst 35.2 percent strikeout rate. The rough season has dropped his fantasy stock considerably, and he hasn't helped buoy managers' confidence by notching just three hits -- all singles -- in 26 at-bats this spring. One thing Taylor does have going for him is his ability to play a number of positions. He's expected to be the Dodgers' primary center fielder this season and should also log a fair amount of time at shortstop, so he'll have ample opportunity to produce.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that Taylor will see 20-25 percent of his playing time at shortstop, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Miguel Rojas will see the bulk of playing time at short, but Taylor will rotate in from the outfield every four-to-five games. This development comes with the Dodgers losing Gavin Lux for all of the 2023 season due to a torn ACL and sprained PCL. Be it at short or all over the outfield, Taylor is in for a significant amount of playing time, and is a good bet to bounce back from his disappointing 2022 campaign.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Tuesday that Taylor will start a throwing program to play more shortstop, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

This comes on the heels of Gavin Lux's torn ACL diagnosis, which is likely to keep him sidelined throughout the entire 2023 season. Miguel Rojas is the most obvious fill-in at shortstop for Los Angeles, but Taylor has appeared in 259 major-league games at the position and can lend a helping hand as well. Granted, he played only one total inning at short in 2022, so there is going to be a bit of a readjustment here.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters that Taylor is in the mix to be the starting center fielder, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Roberts mentions five potential options to be the starter in center, including Taylor, Trayce Thompson, Jason Heyward, James Outman and Bradley Zimmer. The Dodgers non-tendered Cody Bellinger after another disappointing season, and it appears Los Angeles could go with a committee approach for the 2023 campaign. Taylor was also disappointing last year with an OPS of .677 over 118 games while also dealing with injuries, but the 32-year-old's success in the past make him a quality bounceback candidate near the end of redraft formats.

Taylor (neck) will start Game 3 of the NLDS against the Padres on Friday in left field, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

After battling tightness in his neck since the start of October, Taylor will officially make his return to the field Friday. He will face Blake Snell on the mound in Game 3, whom Taylor is 5-for-19 against in his career with two home runs and 10 strikeouts.

Taylor (neck) isn't included in the lineup Wednesday for Game 2 of the Dodgers' National League Division Series matchup with the Padres.

Though Taylor displayed enough progress over the weekend in his recovery from a sore neck to secure his spot on the Dodgers' NLDS roster, he'll be confined to a bench role for the second straight game to begin the series. Trayce Thompson will pick up another start in left field as the Dodgers roll out the same lineup they used in the 5-3 win in Game 1 on Tuesday.

Taylor (neck) isn't in the lineup for Game 1 of the NLDS against San Diego on Tuesday.

After being officially listed on the Dodgers' NLDS roster Tuesday, Taylor's neck soreness will push his return back a bit further into the postseason. While he continues to heal, Trayce Thompson will start in left field and bat eighth.

Taylor (neck) will be a member of the Dodgers' roster for the upcoming NLDS against the Padres.

A neck injury has kept Taylor out of action since the end of September, but the Dodgers' bye during the wild-card round evidently gave him time to heal, thanks in part to a cortisone shot. Whether or not he'll be in the lineup in Game 1 remains to be seen.

Manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Taylor (neck) will take live at-bats Sunday and Monday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

It had previously been reported that Taylor would hit against live pitching Saturday. Although plans have changed and he's going to wait another day, Taylor still appears tentatively on track to make the NLDS roster if his live BP sessions go smoothly. He received a cortisone injection in his ailing neck earlier this week.

Taylor (neck) has ramped up his rehab work over the past couple days and will hit against live pitching Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor missed the last five games of the regular season due to neck stiffness but remains confident he'll be available for the start of the NLDS on Tuesday. The neck issue responded well to acortisone injection earlier this week, and a successful session of live batting practice Saturday could go a long way toward the 32-year-old being cleared for game action next week.

Taylor (neck) isn't starting Wednesday against the Rockies.

As expected, Taylor will remain out of the lineup for Wednesday's regular-season finale as he continues to deal with neck stiffness. He's expected to resume baseball activities soon and will likely be in consideration to return for the NLDS next week as long as he feels good while taking part in baseball activities over the next few days.

Taylor (neck) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rockies, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

The 32-year-old received a cortisone injection Monday for his neck stiffness and will sit Tuesday for the fourth straight game. Taylor said he feels better after the injection and is "100 percent" confident he'll be ready for the start of the NDLS on Oct. 11, per Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, though he seems unlikely to be available Wednesday for the final game of the regular season.

Taylor received a cortisone injection in his neck Monday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Skipper Dave Roberts is growing more concerned about Taylor's availability for the NLDS, though according to Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register, he remains "hopeful" about the utility man's status. The team will continue to monitor him day-by-day with the goal of getting him healthy enough to play in the first series of the postseason.

Taylor (neck) isn't starting Monday against the Rockies, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor is out of the lineup for a third consecutive game due to neck stiffness, but he remains day-to-day for now. Joey Gallo will take over in left field and bat ninth Monday.

Taylor (neck) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports.

Taylor was scratched from the lineup Saturday with neck stiffness and will sit out Sunday for a second consecutive contest. Trayce Thompson will receive another start in left field for Los Angeles.

Taylor was scratched from the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rockies due to neck tightness, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor's initial diagnosis doesn't seem particularly serious, but the Dodgers have no reason not to be cautious given that they've already secured home-field advantage throughout the postseason. Cody Bellinger was added to the lineup in his place, starting in center field and pushing Trayce Thompson to left.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with two RBI and two runs scored in Friday's 10-1 win over the Rockies.

Taylor scored in the second and fourth innings. He also capped off the Dodgers' eight-run rally in the fourth with a two-run single. He'd gone 12 games without a multi-hit effort, slumping to a .122 average (5-for-41) in that span. The versatile veteran is up to a .221/.304/.373 slash line after Friday's productive game, and he's added 10 home runs, 43 RBI, 45 runs scored and 10 stolen bases through 118 contests.

Taylor is not in the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports.

Taylor started the past two games and will take a seat after he went 1-for-6 with two walks and three strikeouts. Joey Gallo is starting in left field and batting seventh in Sunday's series finale.

Taylor isn't in the lineup Thursday against the Diamondbacks, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor is getting a breather after he went 0-for-11 with four strikeouts over the last three games. Trayce Thompson will take his place in left field and bat eighth Thursday.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in a 5-2 win over Arizona on Monday.

Taylor's fourth-inning, three-run shot was initially called a double, but upon review it was determined that the ball cleared the left-field fence. The homer was his 10th of the campaign and gave him his third big-league season with double-digit long balls and thefts. Despite reaching that milestone, Taylor has struggled overall with a .226/.309/.389 slash line through 417 plate appearances.

Taylor isn't starting Saturday against San Francisco.

Taylor is getting a day off after he went 5-for-13 with a double, a run, an RBI and a stolen base over the last three games. Joey Gallo will start in left field and bat eighth.

Taylor isn't starting Monday against the Diamondbacks.

Taylor started the last five games and went 4-for-19 with a homer, two RBI and six strikeouts. Joey Gallo will start in left field and bat seventh Monday.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 11-2 rout of San Diego.

Taylor entered the contest without a homer over his past 18 games, but he ended that drought with a solo shot to center field in the fifth inning. The long ball extended his modest hitting streak to three games, and it could be a sign that he is on the verge of shaking a massive slump that has seen him slash .179/.275/.316 over 28 games since returning a month-long stay on the injured list Aug. 5. Taylor has had major issues making contact of late, registering a 36.7 percent strikeout rate during the aforementioned 28-game span.

Taylor is not in Monday's lineup against the Giants, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports.

Mookie Betts is getting the start at second base for the second time in three games while Trayce Thompson is in the lineup against a righty, so perhaps Taylor could be more of a part-time player going forward. Taylor is hitting .171/.289/.303 with two home runs and three steals in 23 games since returning from injury Aug. 5.

Taylor isn't starting Wednesday against the Mets, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports.

Taylor is on the bench for a second consecutive game after he went1-for-8 with a double, a walk and five strikeouts over his last three matchups. Joey Gallo will start in left field and bat eighth.

Taylor is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets, according to Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA.

Taylor went hitless and stuck out three times in Monday's game, so manager Dave Roberts decided to hold him out a day later. Trayce Thompson will enter the lineup in Taylor's place.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Along with Cody Bellinger and Will Smith, Taylor will step out of the starting nine and get a breather while the Dodgers and Marlins get together for a day game after a night game. Taylor, who went 4-for-19 with a double, a walk, three runs, an RBI and a stolen base while starting each of the past five games, will cede his usual spot in left field to Joey Gallo.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in Tuesday's 10-1 win over the Brewers.

Taylor was 0-for-10 with eight strikeouts across his last three games before snapping the slump Tuesday. The multi-hit effort was his first since June 26, though he missed a month with a foot injury in that stretch. The versatile 31-year-old also swiped a bag for the first time since Aug. 5. Despite his struggles at the plate, he's maintained steady playing time recently. He's slashing .230/.313/.400 with eight home runs, eight steals, 31 RBI and 36 runs scored through 88 contests overall.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor will take a seat for the second straight day after he's had a rough go at the plate since coming off the 10-day injured list Aug. 5. In his first 12 games since being activated, Taylor has slashed .171/.261/.366 with a 41.3 percent strikeout rate. Though Taylor remains the Dodgers' nominal starter in left field, he'll likely cede work to Joey Gallo and Trayce Thompson until he begins to heat up at the plate.

Taylor isn't starting Saturday against the Royals.

Taylor started the last two games and went 1-for-7 with a solo home run, two walks and four strikeouts. Joey Gallo will take over in left field and bat eighth.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in an 8-5 win against the Twins on Wednesday.

Taylor swatted a solo shot to left field in the sixth inning for his first first long ball since early June. The utility man has spent substantial time on the injured list over that stretch, but it was still a 28-game span without going deep. Taylor slugged 20 homers and knocked in a career-high 73 runs last season, but with just seven long balls and 30 RBI so far this season, he'll be very hard-pressed to reach those numbers by the end of the campaign.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Twins, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor is 1-for-10 with a double, two RBI, a run, a stolen base and five strikeouts in three games since returning from the injured list Friday. Joey Gallo will start in left field and bat eighth Tuesday for Los Angeles.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a double, a run, two RBI and a walk in an 8-1 win against the Padres on Friday.

Playing in his first game since July 4 due to a foot injury, Taylor doubled home two runs in the third inning and stole third before scoring. The 31-year-old started at second base and is now slashing .238/.318/.410 with six home runs, 33 runs, 29 RBI and seven stolen bases across 75 games.

Taylor (foot) was activated from the 10-day injured list Friday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

He will presumably slot into the lineup against lefty Sean Manaea. Taylor missed exactly a month with the foot injury. He is hitting .238/.319/.409 with six home runs and six steals in 74 games.

Manager Dave Roberts said Thursday that he "wouldn't be surprised" to see Taylor (foot) activated at some point during the team's weekend series against the Padres, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor has appeared in two rehab games at Triple-A Oklahoma City and has gone 3-for-7 with two homers and three RBI. While he initially appeared to be trending toward a return sometime next week, he'll have a chance to beat that timetable by rejoining the Dodgers for the upcoming series against San Diego. It's not yet clear what day Taylor could be activated, but his return appears to be imminent.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with two homers and three total RBI in a rehab appearance with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday.

After going 0-for-3 in his first rehab game, Taylor hammered Salt Lake pitching for a pair of long balls Wednesday. The utility man played both second and third base in the contest after notching six innings in left field Tuesday. Taylor is likely to be back with the Dodgers next week.

Taylor (foot) went 0-for-3 with a hit-by-pitch in a rehab appearance with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday.

In his first game action since July 4, Taylor led off for OKC and played six innings in left field. The versatile veteran is expected to log several more appearances with the Triple-A club before potentially returning to the Dodgers next week.

Taylor (foot) will begin his rehab assignment Tuesday at Triple-A Oklahoma City, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor, who has been on the shelf since July 6 due to a small fracture in his left foot, is expected to require around a week's worth of at-bats in the minors to get his timing back at the plate before he rejoins the Dodgers. Once he's activated, Taylor could settle back into a near-everyday role in left field, where the Dodgers have been getting by with a combination of Gavin Lux, Trayce Thompson and Jake Lamb in recent weeks.

Taylor (foot) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment Monday and is expected to require at least a week's worth of plate appearances before being reinstated from the injured list, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Manager Dave Roberts still isn't sure which affiliate Taylor will report to for the rehab stint, but the outfielder shouldn't be expected to rejoin the Dodgers until at least the second week of August. The 31-year-old has been sidelined since early July due to a small fracture in his left foot.

Taylor (foot) will begin a rehab assignment Monday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Timesreports.

Taylor has been steadily ramping up his activity across the last week and is now nearing a return. It's unclear which minor-league affiliate he will begin with, but Taylor could be activated as early as the latter half of the Dodgers' upcoming series against the Giants.

Taylor (foot) may see action at second base upon his return from the injured list, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

After logging substantial time in the infield last season -- he played 46 games at second base, 11 games at third and 23 at shortstop -- Taylor has played exclusively in the outfield so far this season. That development has been purposeful, as the team has sought to avoid stress on his right elbow, which he had scoped last November. Taylor's recent time off to heal his fractured left foot has also given him time to focus on his elbow, and he now feels comfortable throwing from different arm angles. Should he see enough time at second base in the second half of the campaign, it could enable him to retain eligibility at the position for the 2023 fantasy season.

Taylor (foot) was cleared to run on the field Monday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor stated that he felt good after his first time running since breaking his foot. Per Ardaya, the utility man is expected to see simulated at-bats in Los Angeles later in the week while the team travels to Colorado, and he could then progress to a rehab assignment if all goes well.

Taylor (foot) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment next week, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor hasn't yet been cleared to resume running, but he'll return to game action in the minors once he's ultimately cleared to do so. The 31-year-old took batting practice on the field ahead of Saturday's game against the Giants and has also been fielding grounder and throwing recently. Taylor has been sidelined since July 4 due to a small fracture in his left foot, so he'll likely require several rehab games before he's able to rejoin the Dodgers.

Taylor (foot) has taken swings, fielded grounders and begun throwing, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor suffered a small fracture in his left foot July 4, so a true indication of his potential return will come when he can begin running again. Even so, any progress is positive and could keep Taylor in line for an early August return.

Taylor (foot) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday.

The 31-year-old was diagnosed with a small fracture in his left foot Tuesday, and it was only a matter of time before he shifted to the injured list. Taylor will be eligible to be reinstated July 15, but he's unlikely to be healthy at that point and figures to be sidelined for at least a few weeks.

Taylor said Tuesday's CT scan revealed a small fracture in his left foot, and he'll be placed on the injured list, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor originally suffered the injury Saturday and sat out Sunday before rejoining the lineup Monday, but he exited that contest and is now set to miss some time. The 31-year-old will be eligible to return prior to the start of the All-Star break July 17, but he's more likely to be sidelined for at least the few weeks. Trayce Thompson and Jake Lamb are likely to see upticks in playing time during Taylor's absence.

Taylor (ankle) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rockies, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

The 31-year-old was removed from Monday's contest with ankle swelling after sitting out the previous four games, and he's expected to be sidelined for a couple more days. According to Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA, Taylor underwent a CT scan Tuesday, though the results are not yet known.

Taylor (ankle) is set to undergo further imaging and will be out for at least a few days, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor said after the game that his foot kept feeling worse as the contest went on, so he'll be out of the lineup for the next couple of days as the team evaluates the injury and determines how to best treat the utility man.

Taylor was removed in the sixth inning of Monday's game against the Rockies due to left ankle swelling, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor had missed the team's last four games due to a left foot contusion prior to re-entering the starting nine Monday, so it appears as though he may have aggravated the same issue. He'll be considered day-to-day until more information is brought forward by the Dodgers.

Taylor (foot) is in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rockies.

Taylor was held out Sunday after injuring his foot the day before, but that will be the extent of his absence. He will start in left field and hit sixth in the Dodgers' batting order.

Taylor (foot) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres.

Taylor's absence from the lineup comes as no major surprise after manager Dave Roberts admitted after Saturday's 7-2 win that the veteran would likely sit for the series finale while tending to a left foot injury. Fortunately for Taylor, X-rays on his foot returned negative, and Roberts suggested that the 31-year-old could still be available off the bench Sunday if a specific situation arises, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Ideally though, the Dodgers will look to stay away from Taylor with the hope that he'll be able to rejoin the lineup Monday against the Rockies.

X-rays on Taylor's foot were negative, but manager Dave Roberts said he does not think Taylor will be in the lineup Sunday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor fouled a ball off his foot Saturday and eventually left the game. He has been cleared of a fracture, though manager Dave Roberts said Taylor is sore, so a day off is likely in the cards. Mookie Betts (ribs) will return Sunday, and while it sounds like Betts will mostly play second base upon his return, he will fill in for Taylor in right field in the series finale.

Taylor left Saturday's game against the Padres with a left foot contusion, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Trayce Thompson replaced Taylor in right field after Taylor dove for a ball that went for a Jose Azocar double in the fifth inning. Taylor also appeared to foul a ball off his foot earlier in the contest. This does not sound especially serious, but Taylor has been in a bad way at the dish lately, collecting just one hit in his last 19 at-bats. The Dodgers could use this as an opportunity to rest Taylor for a bit.

Taylor went 3-for-3 with a double, an RBI, a stolen base and two runs scored in Sunday's 5-3 win over Atlanta.

Taylor didn't start Sunday, but he entered the game as a pinch hitter for Eddy Alvarez in the seventh inning. In his first two at-bats, Taylor hit singles, scoring in the ninth inning, and he added a go-ahead RBI double in the 11th that accounted for the winning run. This was the utility man's fifth multi-hit effort in 21 games in June. He's batted .257 (19-for-74) this month and is slashing .254/.332/.440 with six home runs, 27 RBI, 30 runs scored and six steals in 67 contests overall. He remains the Dodgers' top left fielder this year, and he should continue to play consistently.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against Atlanta.

Taylor is 0-for-11 with seven strikeouts over the past three games and will head to the bench after a stretch of 13 consecutive starts. Eddy Alvarez will shift to left field while Zach McKinstry starts in right.

Taylor went 0-for-3 with a walk, a run and a stolen base in Saturday's loss to Atlanta.

He didn't collect any hits in the contest, but Taylor still helped fantasy managers who roster him with a theft and a run. The utilityman has yet to play the infield this season, though he has seen time at all three outfield spots. Taylor is slashing .245/.324/.428 with six home runs, 26 RBI, 28 runs and five steals on the campaign.

Taylor (face) went 1-for-3 with a double and a stolen base in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Angels.

Taylor wasn't expected to play Tuesday, but he started in left field and batted eighth. The 31-year-old delivered one of the Dodgers' three hits in the low-event game, and he stole third base after his ground rule double in the fifth inning. He's been steady in June, going 10-for-37 (.270) with a home run and five doubles in 11 contests. For the season, Taylor's slashing .256/.338/.456 with six home runs, four stolen bases, 25 RBI, 25 runs scored, 15 doubles and three triples in 57 games.

Taylor (face) is starting in left field and batting eighth Tuesday against the Angels, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Manager Dave Roberts previously said Taylor wouldn't be in the lineup Tuesday after the outfielder exited Sunday's game after running into the wall in left field, but Taylor is apparently feeling well enough to start coming off Los Angeles' scheduled day off Monday. The 31-year-old is hitting well through 10 games in June with an .813 OPS.

Manager Dave Roberts said after Sunday's loss to the Giants that Taylor (face) won't start Tuesday against the Angels but will be available off the bench, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

While Taylor will be out of the lineup for at least one game after exiting Sunday's matchup following a collision with the wall in left field, it doesn't seem as though he's trending toward a long-term absence. Eddy Alvarez and Hanser Alberto are candidates to enter the lineup during the series opener against the Angels.

Taylor (face) didn't require any concussion tests after exiting Sunday's game against the Giants, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor was removed from Sunday's matchup after running into the wall in left field but said after the game that he's just dealing with a bad bruise and a cut over his right eye. Since the team appears to have ruled out a concussion, he should be considered day-to-day ahead of Tuesday's series opener against the Angels.

Taylor was removed from Sunday's game against the Giants in the bottom of the eighth inning with an apparent facial injury, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor bobbled what would have been a running catch during Sunday's matchup, and he collided with the wall in left field. The 31-year-old's sunglasses appeared to cut him near his right eye, and he exited the game after visiting with a trainer. The extent of his injury isn't yet clear, but he'll have at least one day to rest prior to Tuesday's series opener against the Angels.

Taylor will sit Thursday against the White Sox, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor will get a breather Thursday after starting eight straight contests, going 7-for-28 with a homer, two RBI and three runs in those games. Gavin Lux will get the start in left field and bat eighth with Max Muncy returning to the lineup at second base.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 6-1 victory versus the Mets.

Taylor struck out twice in his initial three at-bats before he launched a 399-foot solo shot in the eighth inning. The long ball was his sixth of the campaign and extended his modest hitting streak to five games. Over that span, he's slashing .467/.529/.667 with a homer, three RBI, two runs and two walks.

Taylor will sit Monday against the Pirates, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.

Taylor hits the bench after going hitless in both of his last two games. Kevin Pillar will start in left field for the second straight game, while Cody Bellinger starts in center.

Taylor went 3-for-6 with a two-run home run, a double and an additional run and RBI in Thursday's 14-1 triumph over Arizona.

Taylor recorded his first three-hit game with an RBI double and run in the second inning, single in the fifth and two-run shot in the eighth. The successful outing continued a torrid stretch for the 31-year-old, who's now 7-for-18 with two home runs, two doubles and a triple over his last four games. After striking out 14 times in a six-game stretch earlier in May, Taylor has limited the whiffs to three across the torrid streak.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and an additional run scored in Monday's 9-4 win over Washington.

Taylor scored on a Mookie Betts homer in the second inning, and he slugged his own two-run shot in the following frame. This was Taylor's second consecutive contest with an extra-base hit following a six-game stretch during which he went 2-for-19 with only a pair of singles. He's slashing .246/.331/.425 with four homers, 18 RBI, 20 runs and three stolen bases on the season.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Sunday's game in Philadelphia.

Taylor will sit for the first time since May 10, ending a string of 11 consecutive starts during which he slashed .205/.311/.410 with two home runs and a stolen base. Gavin Lux will spell Taylor in left field in the series finale.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run, an additional run and a double in Monday's 5-4 victory versus Arizona.

Taylor connected for a two-run shot to right field in the sixth inning, and that proved to be the difference as Los Angeles navigated a narrow win. The utilityman recently endured a four-game, 0-for-14 stretch that included 10 strikeouts, but he has bounced back by reaching base safely 10 times over his subsequent five contests. Taylor has gone 6-for-17 with two doubles, two homers, four walks and four RBI over the five-game stretch.

Taylor went 0-for-1 with two walks, a run and a stolen base in a 5-4 win over the Phillies on Sunday.

Though he didn't collect a hit in the contest, Taylor reached base three times on two free passes and a hit-by-pitch. His ninth-inning walk was particularly critical, as it resulted in Taylor scoring the game-winning run on a Gavin Lux double. Taylor has drawn two walks in two straight games and has reached base in half of his past 18 plate appearances.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and three total runs in a loss to Philadelphia on Friday.

Taylor accounted for the Dodgers' first run of the game with a solo shot to left field in the third inning, and he scored two additional runs in the back-and-forth affair. The long ball was just the second of the season for the utilityman, who swatted 20 homers last season. Taylor recently endured a 1-for-20 stretch, but he has picked things up by collecting back-to-back multi-hit games.

Taylor went 0-for-3 with a walk and a run scored Wednesday against the Pirates.

Taylor returned after a one-game absence caused by a knee injury to play right field and hit seventh. He reached base on a walk in the seventh inning and came around to score on an Edwin Rios double. Though it's positive Taylor was able to return after a brief absence, he now has one hit across his last 20 at-bats.

Taylor (knee) is starting Wednesday's game against the Pirates.

Taylor missed Tuesday's game due to a bone bruise in his left knee, but he'll start in right field and bat seventh during Wednesday's series finale. He's gone just 1-for-17 with two runs, two RBI and 12 strikeouts over his last five games.

The bone bruise in Taylor's left knee has improved, and the utilityman was able to participate in warmups and take batting practice Tuesday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor left Monday's game against the Pirates after fouling a ball off his left knee and was subsequently diagnosed with a bone bruise. The Dodgers have indicated that the 31-year-old is day-to-day and may not need a trip to the injured list, and that appears to be a viable scenario given his quick improvement. Taylor had been struggling before the injury, going just 1-for-17 with 12 strikeouts over his previous five games.

Taylor (knee) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Pirates, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor will take a seat for the second game of the series after suffering a bone bruise in his left knee in Monday's 5-1 win. Gavin Lux will pick up a start in left field in place of Taylor, who the Dodgers are viewing as day-to-day with the hope that he'll avoid a trip to the 10-day injured list.

Taylor has been diagnosed with a bone bruise on his left knee and will be considered day-to-day, Matthew Moreno of Dodger Blue reports.

The Dodgers can breathe a sigh of relief, as Taylor has avoided a significant injury after fouling a ball off his left knee Monday evening. He'll likely be re-evaluated Tuesday morning to determine his availability for the second game of the series.

Taylor left Monday's game against the Pirates due to an apparent left knee injury, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor fouled a ball off his knee during his at-bat in the top of the sixth inning, and while he was able to finish the at-bat, he was pulled in the bottom half of the frame. He'll be considered day-to-day until the team reveals more on the injury.

Taylor went 2-for-3 with two RBI in Tuesday's 3-1 win over San Francisco.

Taylor's second-inning single knocked in a pair of runs in the low-scoring contest. The utilityman has settled into an outfield role this season, as he has logged all of his playing time between left field, right field and DH. Though he has only one long ball this season, Taylor has contributed a .304/.367/.464 slash line along with six doubles, 11RBI, seven runs and two steals.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a solo home run during Friday's 5-1 win over Detroit.

Taylor connected on his first home run of the season in the second inning but was unproductive in his other two at-bats with two strikeouts. Despite the lack of power, Taylor is slashing a solid .288/.362/.441 with an OPS over .800, a threshold he's only reached twice in his previous nine seasons.

Taylor will sit Monday against Atlanta.

Taylor has gotten off to a strong start this season, hitting .333/.382/.500 with a pair of steals. He'll sit for just the second time this season Monday, with Gavin Lux starting in left field.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a double, walk, run, two RBI and a stolen base in Sunday's 9-1 victory against the Reds.

Taylor did most of his damage during a seven-run fourth inning, recording a two-RBI double, steal of third and run, while tacking on a walk in the eighth. The utility man is slashing an impressive .333/.382/.500 in the early going with two thefts, putting Taylor on pace to reach double digits for the third time.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a walk and a stolen base in a victory versus Minnesota on Wednesday.

Taylor's seventh-inning triple was his first of the campaign and pushed his hitting streak to open the season to three games. He's batted out of the bottom third of the order in each of his appearances thus far but has been one of the Dodgers' best hitters with a .455/.462/.818 slash line over 13 plate appearances. Taylor is hitting out of the No. 6 slot for the first time this season in Thursday's contest against the Twins.

Taylor went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI in Sunday's 9-4 loss to Colorado.

Taylor sat out in Saturday's matchup but returned to the lineup for Sunday's series finale. Although he committed a fielding error in the bottom of the first inning that resulted in three unearned runs in the frame, the 31-year-old was the only player to record an extra-base hit for the Dodgers in the loss. Taylor now has a double in each of his first two appearances this season.

Taylor isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rockies, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a double, a run and a strikeout Friday, but he'll get a breather during the second game of the year. Gavin Lux will shift to left field while Edwin Rios enters the lineup as the designated hitter.

Taylor will get the "bulk of the playing time" in left field for the Dodgers following the departure of AJ Pollock, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Pollock was slated to open the season as the team's primary left fielder while Taylor was expected to rotate at different positions, but that plan has somewhat shifted with Pollock's move to Chicago. Taylor's utility should still lead to him seeing time around the field, and Harris notes that Gavin Lux is also likely play some in left field, though not in a straight platoon. Taylor's fantasy managers should expect the utility man to get plenty of playing time this season.

Taylor (elbow) will start at second base and bat seventh in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Reds, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

As anticipated, Taylor will make his return to the Cactus League lineup Tuesday after his right elbow checked out fine coming out of his appearance in a minor-league game Monday. Taylor, who had the elbow scoped in the offseason, has been eased along early in spring training following the procedure, but he'll still have ample time to get the at-bats he needs to guarantee his availability for Opening Day. The versatile Taylor should handle a near-everyday role once again in 2022 while bouncing between multiple positions, though second base looks to be his primary home when Los Angeles is at full strength.

Taylor (elbow) played second base in a minor-league game Monday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor had his right elbow scoped in November and has been brought along slowly to start camp. Barring setbacks, however, it looks as though he has plenty of time to get ready for Opening Day, as he's already playing in some capacity and is expected to play in a Cactus League game Thursday.

Taylor has been ramping up slowly after getting his right elbow scoped in November, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

The Dodgers don't seem overly concerned about the issue, which manager Dave Roberts called "minor." Taylor could be ready to take the field in Cactus League action as soon as Thursday, which would leaving him enough time to get up to speed by Opening Day. If he suffers any setbacks and is forced to miss time, Gavin Lux would likely see an uptick in playing time.

Taylor signed a contract with the Dodgers on Wednesday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

Taylor declined the Dodgers' one-year, $18.4 million qualifying offer in mid-November, but he'll return to the team after drawing interest from several clubs in free agency. The utility man slashed .254/.344/.438 with 20 homers, 92 runs, 73 RBI and 13 stolen bases across 148 games in 2021, and he should continue to see plenty of playing time during the 2022 campaign, particularly after Corey Seager signed with the Rangers.

Taylor declined the Dodgers' $18.4 million qualifying offer Monday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

$18.4 million is a lot for a player who's nominally a utility man, but Taylor is in the rare group of players who have transcended that label while still providing all the benefits a utility player usually provides. Taylor made at least seven starts at every position except pitcher, catcher and first base last season, all while hitting .254/.344/.438 (good for a 113 wRC+) with 20 homers and 13 steals. That flexibility means he fits on virtually every roster, so there should be plenty of competition for his services this winter.

The Dodgers extended a qualifying offer to Chris Taylor on Sunday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

He will have 10 days to decide whether to accept the one-year, $18.4 million offer from the Dodgers. While teammate Corey Seager is a lock to decline the qualifying offer, Taylor is more of a borderline case, as he may not make quite as much in 2022 if he seeks a long-term contract. Taylor, 31, hit .254/.344/.438 with 20 home runs, 13 steals and 3.1 fWAR in 148 games in 2021. He played at least 20 games at center field, left field, second base and shortstop while also seeing time at third base and in right field.

Taylor went 4-for-5 with three home runs and six RBI in the Dodgers' win over Atlanta in Game 5 of the NLCS on Thursday.

Taylor drove in a run in each of his four at-bats, three of which left the yard. Not only did he carry the Dodgers' offense in an elimination game, but he also set a team record for most total bases in a postseason contest, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. Taylor now has at least one RBI in three of five games in the NLCS and is hitting .364 across 39 postseason plate appearances.

Taylor will start in center field in Game 2 of the NLDS against the Giants on Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

The Dodgers' offense was unable to generate much production in Game 1 of the NLDS, so manager Dave Roberts will put Taylor in the lineup in an attempt to generate a spark. Cody Bellinger will shift to first base, which means Matt Beaty will likely take on a bench role.

Taylor went 1-for-2 with a two-run walkoff homer in Tuesday's wild-card win over the Cardinals.

Taylor didn't start the game but entered as part of a double switch in the seventh inning. He popped out in his first trip to the plate but was a hero in his second, sending a slider from Alex Reyes over the outfield wall for a two-run homer with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning to lead the Dodgers to the NLDS. He struggled down the stretch, hitting .108/.200/.169 over his last 25 games while battling a neck injury, but he still finished with a .782 OPS while starting at six different positions, so he should play a major role for the rest of the playoffs even if he doesn't start every game.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Wednesday's wild-card game against the Cardinals, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

The first-time All-Star has enjoyed a full-time role for the majority of the season, but he saw his playing time tail off in September, due in no small part to a recurring neck injury. Taylor looks to be healthy entering the playoffs, but he may have to settle for a short-side platoon role now that Los Angeles has all its key hitters available with the exception of Max Muncy (elbow).

Taylor (neck) is starting in left field and batting seventh Saturday in Arizona.

Neck soreness limited Taylor to just two at-bats since Sept. 19. He was excellent for most of the year, but is mired in a 4-for-49 (.082) slump over his last 17 games.

Manager Dave Roberts said that Taylor (neck) will be available off the bench Friday against the Diamondbacks, and he tentatively plans for the utility man to start in center field Saturday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Taylor is out of the lineup Friday for the third straight game with neck soreness, but he'll be available off the bench for the second day in a row. While Roberts said the tentative plan is for Taylor to rejoin the starting nine Saturday, he noted that the club won't hesitate to amend those plans if necessary.

Taylor (neck) is not starting Friday against the Diamondbacks, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor will remain out of the starting nine for the third straight game, though he did appear in Thursday's win over Colorado as a pinch hitter. He has only made two starts in the last 11 games due to a sore neck, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to return to full health by the beginning of the postseason. Gavin Lux draws the start in center field Friday.

Taylor (neck) is feeling better but isn't expected to be available off the bench Thursday against the Rockies, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

A neck issue will keep Taylor on the sidelines for the third straight game, but he'll at least be able to get some swings in Thursday. The Dodgers wouldn't commit to him returning Friday, but it looks as though he could be back within a few days given that he's trending in the right direction.

Taylor (neck) isn't starting Thursday's game against the Rockies.

Taylor will be out of the lineup for a third straight game as he continues to deal with a neck issue. He wasn't available off the bench Wednesday, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available Thursday. Gavin Lux will start in center field and bat eighth.

Taylor (neck) remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rockies.

Taylor has been dealing with a lingering neck issue recently, and he'll be out of the lineup for a second straight game. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench, but Gavin Lux, Mookie Betts and Luke Raley will start in the outfield from left to right.

Manager Dave Roberts said Taylor was unavailable for Tuesday's win over the Rockies due to the lingering neck injury, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Taylor sat out six games last week due to the injury but appeared to be healthy after starting the past two games, but he wasn't available for Tuesday's contest. The 31-year-old should be considered day-to-day, though it's a worrisome development to have the injury resurface so quickly with the playoffs on the horizon.

Taylor will be on the bench for Tuesday's game against the Rockies, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Taylor was out of the lineup for six straight games with a neck injury before returning to start both weekend games in Cincinnati. He'll rest for the first of three games at Coors Field, with Cody Bellinger (ribs) returning to start in center field, the spot where Taylor has made his last three starts.

Taylor (neck) returns to the lineup as expected Saturday against Cincinnati, batting sixth and playing center field, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor hadn't started in over a week while dealing with a neck issue. He appeared off the bench Friday and will be involved from the start Saturday. He'll look to snap out of a slump in his return to action, as he's gone 2-for-39 with 16 strikeouts over his last 13 games.

Taylor (neck) said the plan is for him to return to the lineup for Saturday's game against the Reds, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor is not in the starting nine for the sixth consecutive game Friday, but it sounds like the utility man is nearing a return to action. While he's tentatively scheduled to play Saturday, the Dodgers will likely play things cautiously with the utility man during the final two weeks of the season in hopes of having him at 100 percent for the postseason.

Taylor (neck) remains out of the starting lineup for the sixth straight game Friday against the Reds.

Taylor initially played through the neck issue last week, but he's now out of the starting nine for the sixth consecutive contest. The utility man was deemed available off the bench Wednesday, so that seems likely to be the case again Friday, at least until the Dodgers provide an additional update. Gavin Lux draws the start in left field against right-hander Luis Castillo to open the series.

Taylor (neck) is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Diamondbacks, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

It's the fifth straight absence for Taylor as he continues to deal with a neck injury. It's unclear how much longer he's expected to be sidelined. Gavin Lux is receiving another start in left field Wednesday for the Dodgers.

Taylor (neck) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Taylor hasn't seen the field since Friday while dealing with a neck injury, and his absence will continue Tuesday. It's possible he'll require a stint on the injured list. Gavin Lux will receive another start in left field in his place.

Taylor (neck) remains on the bench for Monday's game against the Diamondbacks, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor has been dealing with a neck issue and hasn't played since Friday. Gavin Lux will remain the starter in left field Monday.

Taylor (necK) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Manager Dave Roberts said after Saturday's 5-4 win that Taylor was unlikely to play in the series finale, so the 31-year-old's absence from the lineup Sunday was fully expected. Taylor has now been on the bench for two straight games since injuring his neck, but the Dodgers are viewing the issue as a day-to-day concern and don't believe he's a candidate for the injured list.

Taylor (neck) likely won't be in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Taylor didn't appear in Saturday's win over San Diego due to his neck injury, and the issue is likely serious enough to keep him on the bench for Sunday's series finale. If he's ultimately held out of the lineup, his next chance to start will be at home against the Diamondbacks on Monday.

Taylor isn't in the lineup Saturday due to a neck injury, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Manager Dave Roberts recently revealed that Taylor has been dealing with "a neck thing," and he aggravated the injury during a leaping catch Friday. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench, but he should currently be considered day-to-day.

Taylor isn't starting Saturday's game against the Padres, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Manager Dave Roberts revealed Friday that Taylor has been dealing with "a neck thing" recently, but the issue doesn't appear to be a concern. Cody Bellinger will start in center field while Gavin Lux takes over in left.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Taylor has been dealing with "a neck thing" recently, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

The issue doesn't appear to be serious, as Roberts said that the team hasn't come close to considering placing Taylor on the injured list, and the utility man has seen action in every game in September thus far. That said, it's certainly reasonable to suspect that the injury is hampering Taylor at the plate. Over his past 14 games, the 31-year-old is batting a paltry .067 (3-for-45) with 20 strikeouts in 45 at-bats.

Taylor isn't starting Thursday's game against the Cardinals, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor has gone just 1-for-20 with a two-run homer and seven strikeouts across the last five games. Steven Souza will start in left field and bat sixth.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Monday's 5-1 win over St. Louis.

The 31-year-old contributed the biggest hit in a four-run opening frame for the Dodgers, which saw them rack up five of their eight baserunners for the game. Taylor has hit a bit of a skid lately -- even with the homer Monday, he's gone just 3-for-34 in his last 10 games. The utility man has a .264/.353/.461 slash line with 20 long balls, 71 RBI, 87 runs scored and 13 stolen bases through 536 plate appearances.

Taylor is not starting Tuesday against Atlanta, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Taylor went 1-for-14 with a solo homer while starting each of the previous four games. He'll take a seat Tuesday with the Dodgers back at full health, but his defensive versatility should have him back in the starting nine before too long.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and three strikeouts in a 5-2 win against the Rockies on Saturday.

Taylor knotted the score at 2-2 with his fourth-inning long ball off Colorado reliever Tyler Kinley but was unsuccessful in his other three at-bats. The homer was Taylor's second of August as he's regressed to a .247/.326/.388 line in 85 at-bats this month.

Taylor is not starting in Thursday's lineup against the Padres.

The Dodgers are resting a few regulars, likely due to the 16-inning contest that ensued Wednesday night. However, the return of Mookie Betts (hip) also crowds the outfield for the Dodgers. Both Taylor's versatility and his .278/.369/.476 line for the season likely mean he will maintain regular playing time, though he could see more days off down the stretch.

Taylor went 1-for-6 with a double, a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in Wednesday's 5-3 extra-innings win over the Padres.

Taylor did all his damage during the extra frames. He began the 15th as the ghost runner and ended up stealing third before coming around to score off a base hit from Billy McKinney. The 30-year-old would then log his only hit of the night the following inning but would be left stranded on second base. Taylor has reached safely in each of his last 11 games and is currently slashing .278/.369/.476 with 18 homers, 66 RBI, 85 runs scored, 13 steals and 55:137 BB:K over 499 plate appearances.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a bases-loaded walk in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Mets.

The utility man started Saturday's contest in right field. Taylor delivered his 18th homer of the year in the fourth inning and added a walk to force in a run in the sixth. The 30-year-old has hit safely in each of his last three games, going 3-for-8 with two walks, three RBI and two runs scored in that span. He's up to a .280/.370/.481 slash line with 66 RBI, 83 runs scored and 11 stolen bases in 484 plate appearances.

Taylor is not starting Wednesday's game against the Pirates.

Taylor went 0-for-3 with a walk Tuesday and is now hitting .244 with three RBI and 17 strikeouts in his last 10 games. Billy McKinney is starting in right field Wednesday.

Taylor went 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored in Friday's 6-5 extra-inning win over the Mets.

Getting the start at third base, Taylor racked up his sixth multi-hit performance in the last 12 games. The 30-year-old utility player is slashing .308/.357/.481 over that stretch, and with Mookie Betts (hip) out and Justin Turner (groin) not 100 percent, Taylor should remain a consistent presence in the Dodgers' starting nine.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Sunday's 8-2 win over the Angels.

Taylor stole second base in the fifth inning after singling. In addition, he scored on Cody Bellinger's home run after hitting another single in the seventh inning. The 30-year-old may lose some playing time to Trea Turner, but he has made the case for continuing in a near-everyday role, batting .353 over his past eight games and providing the Dodgers with extensive versatility. On the season, he is slashing .286/.377/.496 with 17 home runs and 62 RBI. Also, he leads the team with 80 runs and 11 steals.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Sunday's 8-2 win over the Angels.

Taylor stole second base in the fifth inning after singling. In addition, he scored after hitting another single in the seventh inning on Cody Bellinger's home run. The 30-year-old is going to lose playing time to Trea Turner, but he is making the case for himself, batting .353 over his past eight games. On the season, he is slashing .286/.377/.496 with 17 home runs and 62 RBI. Also, he leads the team with 80 runs and 11 steals.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles and two RBI in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Angels.

With the newly acquired Trea Turner back from the COVID-19 injured list and cleared to make his first start with the Dodgers on Saturday, Taylor is expected to see most of his action in the outfield moving forward. Taylor filled in for AJ Pollock in left field Saturday, but the former may end up seeing most of his opportunities in center field as a replacement for Cody Bellinger, who has posted a lowly .577 OPS through 212 plate appearances on the season. Manager Dave Roberts has already indicated that Bellinger will play mostly versus right-handed pitching, so Taylor should at the very least be a fixture in the lineups versus lefties. Taylor's versatility should allow him to see at least semi-regular work against righties, too.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a stolen base in Saturday's 8-3 victory versus the Diamondbacks.

Taylor slotted into the leadoff spot for the 12th straight game and was against a catalyst at the top of the lineup. He plated the game's first run with a single in the second inning and stole home as part of a double steal in the second. He finished July with a .333/.369/.619 slash line along with seven homers, 20 RBI and three stolen bases.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a home run, a triple and three RBI in Friday's loss to Arizona.

With Mookie Betts (hip) on the IL and Trea Turner (COVID-19) not yet ready to make his Dodgers debut, Taylor slotted into the leadoff spot for the 11th straight game. He did plenty of damage atop the order, plating the Dodgers' first run with a solo homer in the sixth inning and tripling in two more in the seventh. Since taking over the leadoff role July 19, the All-Star utility man is slashing .340/.367/.830 with six homers, nine RBI, 11 runs and one stolen base.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, stolen base and strikeout in a 4-2 loss to San Francisco on Wednesday.

Taylor knotted the score 1-1 with his first-inning bomb off Giants' starter Logan Webb and later singled and stole second in the fifth. He recorded two of Los Angeles' three hits in a game dominated by pitching and has now gone 5-for-8 with three home runs and a double over his last two games, raising his OPS from .815 to .858 in the scorching span. The stolen base was Taylor's ninth as he approaches his second double-digit steal campaign and first since 2017.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with two home runs, a double, a walk, four total runs scored and three total RBI in an 8-6 win over San Francisco.

Though catcher Will Smith played hero for the Dodgers with a walkoff three-run homer, Taylor set up the big moment with a monster performance at the plate. He scored the team's first run on a Max Muncy single in the opening frame, then drilled a solo homer to left field in the fifth. With the Dodgers down three runs in the sixth, Taylor closed the margin to one with a two-run, 393-foot long ball. Taylor is up to 13 homers on the campaign, and he was complemented that total with a .275/.377/.470 slash line, eight stolen bases, 52 RBI and a team-leading 68 runs.

Taylor went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Friday's 10-4 win over the Rockies.

Taylor homered off Chi Chi Gonzalez to open up a five-run first inning. It was his only hit of the game, but he has hit safely in 12 of his last 13 contests. Over that stretch, he is slashing .347/.385/.510 with 12 RBI and nine runs. It has been a nice turn around since batting just .226 over the month of June. The second baseman leads the Dodgers in runs (64) and stolen bases (8). He trails only Mookie Betts in combined home runs and steals, setting him on pace for his best season since 2017.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a double, two RBI and one run scored Thursday against the Marlins.

Taylor extended his hitting streak to nine games, four of which have been multi-hit efforts. His performance on Thursday was highlighted by both an RBI single and double, which came in the fourth and fifth innings respectively. Taylor has had a strong first half of the season, as he's maintained a 135 wRC+ while racking up 10 home runs, 45 RBI and 61 runs scored across 333 plate appearances.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a stolen base in Tuesday's loss to the Marlins.

In addition to collecting two of the team's nine hits, Taylor also played three different positions in the 10-inning contest, starting at second base before shifting to left field and later playing center. That versatility is a big part of what makes the veteran so valuable to the Dodgers and was likely a factor in the first All-Star selection of his career. Taylor is slashing .274/.383/.453 with 10 home runs, 43 RBI, eight stolen bases and a 13.3 percent walk rate on the campaign.

Taylor isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor will get a breather after he went 4-for-11 with two doubles, four runs and four RBI across the last three games. Max Muncy will shift to the keystone while Albert Pujols starts at first base.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Tuesday's win over the Giants.

Taylor made his presence felt with a two-run double in the bottom of the first inning, but he went silent the rest of the way. The second baseman has had his fair share of ups and downs at the plate of late and is hitting just .227 on the month, however, so he can't be trusted for sustained offensive production going forward.

Taylor is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Cubs, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor has played in every game in June, so he'll get a well-deserved rest Friday. Zach McKinstry will start at second base with AJ Pollock, Cody Bellinger and Mookie Betts manning the outfield from left to right.

Taylor went 3-for-5 with a double and a run in Tuesday's loss to the Padres.

The utility man started the game at shortstop before shifting to center field when Mookie Betts (illness) departed in the sixth inning. Taylor collected three of the Dodgers' eight hits in the contest -- including their only double -- and scored on a double-play groundout in the eighth inning. He has two multi-hit efforts in his past three games.

Taylor went 2-for-6 with two runs and a stolen base in Sunday's 9-8 win over the Diamondbacks.

With Mookie Betts receiving a day off, Taylor took over the leadoff spot and produced a pair of singles. He also scored twice and stole his seventh base of the season. The theft was his first since May 29, and the multi-hit effort was his first since June 11. Taylor is slashing .266/.386/.464 overall this season.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk in Saturday's 9-3 win over Arizona.

On the fifth anniversary of the career-altering trade that brought Taylor to the Dodgers from Seattle in exchange for Zach Lee, the utility man produced an eighth-inning two-run homer that pushed Los Angeles' lead to nine runs. Taylor's versatility has brought tremendous value to the club this season, and he has been one of the team's best offensive players with a .264/.387/.468 slash line, 10 homers, 37 RBI and six stolen bases.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Monday's 3-1 win over the Phillies.

Taylor took Spencer Howard deep to lead off the fifth inning to give the Dodgers a 3-1 cushion. The 30-year-old is slashing a respectable .275/.389/.475 with nine home runs, 35 RBI, 48 runs scored and six stolen bases. He also owns a 32:60 BB:K as he's taking walks at the highest rate in his career and is striking out at one of the lowest rates of his career. The utility man should continue to see regular playing time if Cody Bellinger (hamstring) is forced to go on the injured list.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Pirates, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor's streak of nine consecutive starts will come to an end while he heads to the bench for the first time since May 29. The versatile 30-year-old has settled into a regular role at the keystone of late, but he'll cede second base to Zach McKinstry in the series finale in Pittsburgh.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run during Tuesday's win over the Pirates.

Taylor took Chris Stratton deep in the sixth inning to tack on a pair of insurance runs for the Dodgers. The 30-year-old has tallied eight long balls this season while batting a team-leading .274 average as he continues to make his case for a first-time All-Star Game appearance.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a walk, a double, a run scored and three RBI in Friday's 9-5 win over Atlanta.

Remarkably, the Dodgers produced that offense on only four hits thanks to eight free passes from Atlanta pitching, with Taylor's bases-loaded two-bagger being the biggest blow in an eight-run fifth inning. The 30-year-old got the start at second base with Cody Bellinger back in the lineup in center field, but Taylor should remain a fixture in the lineup somewhere on the diamond as long as he maintains his career-high .405 OBP and .888 OPS.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with a home run, two doubles, four total RBI and two runs scored in Monday's win over the Cardinals.

Taylor entered this game on a poor stretch having mustered just two hits over his previous five appearances (2-for-16) but bounced back here with one of his best performances of the campaign. The 30-year-old also ended an eight-game drought without a homer and now has seven on the season, meaning he's just one bomb away from tying what he did during the 2020 shortened campaign.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Friday's 2-1 win over San Francisco.

Taylor shifted over to left field in the contest and was responsible for the Dodgers' only runs of the night, belting a two-run homer to center field in the third inning. In addition to providing valuable defensive versatility once again this season, Taylor has been one of the team's best offensive players. He is slashing .288/.420/.508 with six homers, 20 RBI and five stolen bases through 40 games.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run, a walk and an additional run scored in a 9-1 win over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday.

Taylor hadn't started for the Dodgers since Saturday as he nursed a wrist injury, but he looked none the worse for wear in his return to the starting nine Tuesday. The utilityman got his first start of the season at third base and slugged a two-run homer in the fifth inning to give Los Angeles a two-run lead that they did not relinquish. Taylor has been one of the most consistent hitters for the team this season, slashing .295/.430/.508 with five home runs, five stolen bases and 18 RBI.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Taylor (wrist) would start at third base in Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Taylor had been limited to a bench role the past two games due to a sore right wrist, but he looks like he'll avoid becoming the latest player to join an ever-expanding Los Angeles injured list. Due in part to Cody Bellinger (lower leg), Corey Seager (hand) and AJ Pollock (hamstring) all missing time because of injuries, Taylor has often benefited from favorable positioning in the batting order, which has helped him pile up counting stats. He enters play Tuesday tied for fourth in the majors in runs scored (32), while his five stolen bases place him in the top 25 in baseball.

Taylor (wrist) isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Diamondbacks but will be available off the bench if needed, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Taylor is battling wrist soreness, but it doesn't appear as though he'll miss serious time. He'll continue to be considered day-to-day moving forward, per Stephen.

Taylor is sitting Sunday against the Marlins with right wrist soreness, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

The 30-year-old was originally in the lineup for Sunday's contest, so it's unclear when the wrist issue first surfaced. Taylor should be considered day-to-day while Sheldon Neuse starts at second base for the Dodgers.

Taylor was scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Marlins for undisclosed reasons, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Taylor was scheduled to start at second base but was removed from the starting nine shortly before first pitch. Sheldon Neuse will work as the keystone for the Dodgers.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with a pair of runs and a stolen base in Tuesday's 6-0 win over Seattle.

Taylor started in center field for Los Angeles and scored a run in each of the seventh and eighth innings to help the team to a come-from-behind win. The three-hit game was his second of the campaign and extended his hitting streak to five games. Over that stretch, Taylor is batting .421 (8-for-19) with four walks, five runs and a pair of steals.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with two runs, two walks and two strikeouts in Saturday's 14-11 win over the Angels.

Taylor reached base in the fourth, fifth and ninth innings and stole his fourth base of the season in the win. Currently, he's on pace for his second 15-15 season as a dual-threat utility man.

Taylor went 3-for-3 with a walk, two hit-by-pitches and five runs scored in Sunday's 16-4 win over Milwaukee.

Taylor did a good job of setting the table from the No. 5 spot in the order. He got aboard in all six of his plate appearances, and he only failed to score in the ninth inning. Taylor has a .274/.413/.512 slash line with four home runs, three stolen bases, 13 RBI and 24 runs scores across 104 plate appearances this season.

Taylor went 0-for-1 with a walk and a stolen base in Saturday's loss to the Brewers.

The utilityman didn't start the contest, but he was installed in center field in the eighth inning with the game tied 2-2. Taylor drew a walk in the next frame and promptly stole second base, though the Dodgers were unable to bring him home. Taylor has three thefts on the season to go along with a .247/.378/.494 slash line, four home runs, 19 runs scored and 13 RBI.

Taylor isn't starting Saturday against the Brewers, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor had gone 2-for-10 with a triple, three runs, an RBI and two walks in the last three games. Mookie Betts will shift to center field while Matt Beaty gets the nod in right.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run and a walk in the 8-7 loss Sunday to the Padres.

After sitting the last two games for back tightness, Taylor slammed a three-run home run off Nick Ramirez in the sixth inning. The 30-year-old hasn't done much in the past week prior to Sunday besides picking up a pair of stolen bases. He is slashing .246/.387/.525 with four home runs, 12 RBI and 14 runs scored in 18 games this season.

Taylor (back) will start at second base and bat fifth Sunday against the Padres.

He'll move back into the starting nine after lower-back tightness limited him to a bench role over the past three games. Taylor looked to be healthy when he entered Saturday's 5-4 win in the bottom of the sixth. He delivered a pinch-hit single and then proceeded to play the final three innings, seeing time in both center field and second base.

Taylor (back) will sit again Saturday against the Padres but may be able to return to the lineup Sunday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor was scratched from the lineup for Thursday's season opener due to lower-back tightness and remained on the bench Friday, but it doesn't sound as though he's in line for an extended absence. He owns a solid .817 OPS through 67 plate appearances this season, but the Dodgers have plenty of quality depth options to use in his place.

Taylor (back) isn't starting Friday's game against the Padres, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor will be out of the lineup for a second straight game as he deals with lower-back tightness. Max Muncy will shift to second base while Edwin Rios starts at first base Friday.

Taylor was scratched from Thursday's lineup with lower back tightness, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

There's no word on the seriousness of the injury, though Taylor will be forced to miss at least one game. Sheldon Neuse will take over at second base and bat seventh in Taylor's absence.

Taylor was scratched from Thursday's lineup against the Padres, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

There's been no word on the reason for Taylor being removed from the lineup. Sheldon Neuse will draw the start at second base and bat seventh in his place, with Zach McKinstry shifting to right field.

Taylor went 0-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Tuesday's win over Seattle.

Though he has gone a collective 0-for-5 over his past two games, Taylor has worked a pair of walks and converted those into two steals. The utility man's fantasy value is largely tied to his moderate power and production potential in a loaded Dodgers lineup, but his appeal will certainly increase if he continues to make waves on the basepaths.

Taylor went 0-for-2 with a stolen base, a walk and also reached when he was hit by a pitch in Monday's 4-3 loss to the Mariners.

Taylor walked to begin the fourth inning and later wound up stealing second for his first stolen base of the season. The 30-year-old has topped 10 steals in a season just once in his seven-year career, so fantasy managers should temper expectations when it comes to his running ability on the basepaths.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 5-2 loss against the Padres.

Taylor started in center field where he's received most of his starts. His third homer of the season came off Blake Snell in the second inning, marking the only runs scored by the Dodgers Sunday. Taylor is striking out 30.2% of the time, but is still batting .245, which is enough to score 13 runs on the season for the Dodgers.

Taylor went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in Tuesday's victory over the Rockies.

The utility man played center field for the sixth time this season and hit out of the three spot. He followed a Corey Seager home run in the first inning with one of his own and also singled in the fourth. Taylor has gone 4-for-13 with a pair of homers and four RBI over his past three games.

Taylor went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Saturday's 9-5 victory over Washington.

With both Mookie Betts (back) and Cody Bellinger (calf) still out of commission, Taylor manned center field and assumed the leadoff spot in the order for the third straight contest. The utility player did his best impression of his former-MVP teammates, ripping a three-run home run off Patrick Corbin in the second inning to help Los Angeles jump out to a big early lead. Taylor is once again proving invaluable to the club, slashing .273/.484/.500 with five RBI while logging time at four different positions in the early going.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with two runs, a double and a walk in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to Oakland.

The utility player led off for the Dodgers in the absence of Mookie Betts (back) and raised his average to .357 in 14 at-bats this season. Los Angeles' unrivaled depth will prevent Taylor from being an everyday player, but the career .264 hitter is a reliable option when starting and should always receive hittable pitches as opponents navigate through the vaunted, and star-studded, lineup.

Taylor (elbow) is back in the lineup for Wednesday's game in Oakland, starting in center field and batting leadoff.

Taylor was withheld from Tuesday's 5-1 win over Oakland after exiting a day earlier when he was hit in the left elbow by a pitch, but the game off was apparently all he needed to overcome the issue. He'll be getting a look atop the lineup Wednesday with Mookie Betts resting, but Taylor will likely slot in the bottom half of the order in games when Los Angeles has all of its key regulars available.

Taylor (elbow) is not in Tuesday's lineup against the A's, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

He was hit on the elbow by a 96-mph fastball Monday, and while X-rays were negative, the Dodgers can afford to give Taylor the day off. AJ Pollock will start in left field while Gavin Lux gets the start at the keystone.

X-rays on Taylor's left elbow came back clean after he was hit by a pitch in the third inning of Monday's 10-3 win over the Athletics, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor took his base after getting hit and came around to score his second run of the night, but he was removed in favor of AJ Pollock in the bottom half of the inning. Fortunately for Taylor, he was able to avoid structural damage to the elbow, with the Dodgers diagnosing him with a contusion. While Taylor appears likely to avoid a trip to the injured list, he could end up missing a game or two while he waits for the soreness in his elbow to subside.

Taylor left Monday's game against Oakland due to a left elbow contusion, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

This is positive news for Taylor, who left the matchup after being hit on the elbow by a 96 mph fastball. He'll likely undergo further evaluation Tuesday to determine his status for the second matchup of the series.

Taylor left Monday's game against the Athletics after being struck by a pitch on his left elbow, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor was initially able to remain in the contest, but he was later removed after it became evident his elbow was bothering him. He'll be considered day-to-day until the team reveals more information on his status.

Taylor will start in center field and bat sixth Sunday against the Rockies.

This marks Taylor's third start of the campaign, each at a different position -- he previously logged starts in right field and left field. The veteran's versatility allows him to play on a near-everyday basis despite not being the team's first option at any given position. Taylor has two hits -- including a double -- and an RBI along with two walks over 10 plate appearances this season.

Taylor will sit Friday against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor may not be the Dodgers' primary starter at any one position this year, but he should still find himself in the lineup on a regular basis, primarily at second base and in left field. He started in left field at AJ Pollock's expense on Opening Day but will retreat to the bench for the second game of the season, while Gavin Lux makes his second straight start at the keystone.

Taylor is starting Thursday's game against the Rockies, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Taylor will receive the starting nod in left field against Colorado on Opening Day while AJ Pollock takes on a bench role. Taylor could also play more often at second base during the 2021 campaign after Enrique Hernandez departed during the offseason.

Taylor said Thursday that he may play more often at second base this season with the departure of Enrique Hernandez, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor tallied 13 games at second base last season, making it his third-most played position behind shortstop (20 games) and left field (19 games). Hernandez, by contrast, collected 30 games at second base in 2020, so those appearances will need to be absorbed by other players with Hernandez now in Boston. Taylor figures to be in the mix to see ample time there, though Gavin Lux -- who is considered the Dodgers' second baseman of the future -- has been mentioned as a potential everyday starter this season, per Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times.

Taylor (neck) is starting Wednesday's spring game against the Reds, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Taylor was slowed by a stiff neck to begin spring training, but he'll lead off during his Cactus League debut Wednesday. The 30-year-old will have just under a month to prepare for Opening Day.

Taylor is dealing with a stiff neck and will be unavailable for a few days, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

This appears to be more of a case of early-spring caution than any particularly serious injury. If the issue does wind up worse than initially feared and lingers into the regular season, the Dodgers have a deep enough roster to cover for Taylor if he's forced to miss time.

Taylor is likely to see some time at third base this season, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Third base was one of a few positions Taylor didn't play last season, when he logged time at second, shortstop, left field and center field. He's expected to see time at all those spots again in 2021 while adding the hot corner to the mix. Justin Turner is set to be LA's everyday third baseman once again, but he's likely to rest often enough for Taylor to get an occasional chance to fill in at the position.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer Wednesday in a loss to the Rays in Game 2 of the World Series.

Taylor hit a two-run homer in the fifth inning off Blake Snell. The 30-year-old utility player recorded the first two runs for the Dodgers and was the only player to inflict damage on Blake Snell all night. The home run was Taylor's first of the postseason as he slugged eight during the regular season.

Taylor (ankle) will start at second base and will bat ninth Sunday in Game 7 of the Dodgers' NLCS matchup with the Braves, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

After injuring his right ankle in Game 5, Taylor sat out Saturday in the Dodgers' 3-1 win in Game 6. With a trip to the World Series on the line, Taylor will be able to play through the injury as manager Dave Roberts puts his best lineup out there. Taylor is batting 5-for-31 with two doubles and four walks during the postseason.

Taylor (ankle) is not in the lineup for Game 6 of the NLCS against Atlanta on Saturday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Taylor injured his right ankle on a defensive play in the eighth inning of Game 5 on Saturday. He remained in the game to close out the inning but was removed for a pinch hitter in the ninth. The injury is evidently severe enough that he'll sit for at least one game, though he's expected to be available off the bench, per Eric Stephen of SBNation.com.

Taylor isn't in Thursday's lineup for Game 4 of the NLCS against Atlanta, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Taylor will take a seat for the first time in these playoffs after going 1-for-11 with two walks, one run and six strikeouts to begin the NLCS. Enrique Hernandez will start at second base during Game 4.

Taylor is not in the lineup Friday against the Angels, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Taylor sits after starting 15 of the last 16 games, appearing at five different positions. Enrique Hernandez starts at second base in this one, Taylor's most frequent spot recently.

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a win versus Oakland on Tuesday.

Taylor launched one of four homers by the Dodgers in the win, going deep to left field in the fourth inning. The 30-year-old has enjoyed a strong September, hitting .328 with six home runs, 22 RBI and 15 runs over 67 at-bats.

Taylor is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

According to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com, manager Dave Roberts said that Taylor and Mookie Betts will take a seat in the series finale in what amounts to maintenance days for both players. Taylor's move to the bench will leave the keystone open for Gavin Lux.

Taylor went 2-for-3 with a home run, a triple, a walk and three RBI in Saturday's win over Colorado.

Taylor helped the Dodgers get off to a quick start in the first inning with a two-run triple, then launched a 446-foot solo homer to center field in the fourth. The three-RBI performance was the second for Taylor in as many days, while the long ball was his fifth in September. Taylor is locked into a starting role with a .283/.380/.494 slash line, seven homers and 30 RBI overall this season.

Taylor went 2-for-6 with a double and three RBI in Friday's 15-6 rout of the Rockies.

The Dodgers went 8-for-14 with runners in scoring position in the victory, and Taylor did his part by knocking a two-run single in the fifth inning. He drove home another run in the following frame with a two-out double to deep center field. Despite the recent callup of Gavin Lux, Taylor has remained a consistent part of the team's starting lineup. He is slashing .322/.394/.627 with four homers, six doubles and 18 RBI through 15 games in September while making starts at five different positions (including DH).

Taylor went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 7-5 win over San Diego.

Taylor extended the Dodgers' lead to 7-1 with his solo shot off Garrett Richards in the sixth. It marked the utility man's sixth long ball and 24th RBI on the campaign. He will take a solid .277/.371/.465 slash line into the series against the Rockies.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with a three-run home run and an additional run scored in Sunday's 8-1 win over the Astros.

Taylor doubled in the fifth inning and came around to score on an Enrique Hernandez single. In the eighth, Taylor provided the Dodgers some insurance with his three-run blast. The 30-year-old has homered three times in his last six games. He's gone yard five times this year, racking up 23 RBI, 26 runs scored and three stolen bases in 44 contests.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's loss to the Astros.

Taylor staked the Dodgers to a lead in the second inning with a two-run shot to right field. The utilityman has enjoyed a productive September, going 11-for-35 (.314) with a pair of homers and 11 RBI over nine games.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk in Sunday's 7-6 loss to the Rockies.

Taylor put the Dodgers ahead 6-5 in the sixth inning with his third homer of the year. The 30-year-old is slashing .262/.366/.410 with 20 runs scored, 16 RBI and three stolen bases through 39 games this season.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with four RBI, a run scored, two doubles and a walk in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Diamondbacks.

Taylor got the Dodgers on the board by drawing a bases-loaded walk in the first inning. He added an RBI double in the third inning and a two-run double in the sixth. The 30-year-old is slashing .259/.370/.389 with two homers, 13 RBI, 16 runs scored and three stolen bases through 35 games. Taylor's defensive versatility keeps him in the lineup more often than not -- he'll likely battle with Gavin Lux and Edwin Rios for starts at second or third base, respectively. Taylor started in center field Tuesday in place of Cody Bellinger (lat).

Taylor isn't in Saturday's lineup against the Rangers.

Taylor will take a seat as he could see a slight decrease in playing time going forward since Gavin Lux was recalled Saturday. Max Muncy will shift to third base with Matt Beaty starting at first base.

Taylor is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Giants.

Taylor, who started Game 1 and went 1-for-4 with a run scored, will give way to prospect Gavin Lux at the keystone for the second half of Thursday's twin bill.

Taylor is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Giants.

Taylor started the past six contests and will take a seat after going 4-for-18 with a home run, a double, three runs and five walks. Enrique Hernandez will start at the keystone Tuesday for the Dodgers.

Taylor went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Rockies.

Taylor extended the Dodgers' lead to 2-0 with his second-inning solo shot. In the seventh, Taylor helped create the tying run, as he grounded into a bases-loaded double play that allowed Justin Turner to score. The 29-year-old Taylor is slashing .267/.376/.407 with two homers, nine RBI 13 runs scored and a pair of stolen bases in 28 games.

Taylor isn't starting Monday's game against the Mariners.

Taylor had drawn seven consecutive starts, but he'll take a seat after going 2-for-12 with a double and six strikeouts over the past three games. Max Muncy will shift to the keystone with Matt Beaty taking over at first base.

Taylor will start at shortstop and bat fifth Sunday against the Angels, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

In the lineup for the seventh game in a row, Taylor has seemingly overtaken the slumping Enrique Hernandez as the Dodgers' top super-utility man. Taylor has been quite productive through the Dodgers' first 14 games of August, slashing .310/.383/.500 with a home run, a stolen base, 10 runs and six RBI. Expect him to continue seeing regular work while he's swinging a hot bat.

Taylor went 3-for-4 with two doubles and three runs scored in a win over San Diego on Thursday.

Taylor didn't hit any of the Dodgers' six long balls in the rout, but he led the team with three hits on the night, coming around to score after each base knock. The 29-year-old has gone 6-for-11 over his last three games.

Taylor is not in the lineup Sunday against the Giants.

Taylor started five of the past six games and went 4-for-19 with three runs and two RBI in that stretch, but he'll take a seat for the series finale. Enrique Hernandez will start at shortstop in place of Corey Seager (back), while Max Muncy works at second base.

Taylor went 1-for-1 with a three-run home run in Saturday's 11-2 win over the Diamondbacks.

Taylor came in as a defensive replacement for Corey Seager in the sixth inning. Taylor's lone at-bat came in the eighth, and he made it count, providing the Dodgers' final three runs of the night with his first long ball of the year. The utility man doesn't have a single defined role in 2020, but he's hitting a respectable .269/.424/.385 with five RBI in nine games. It's his dual abilities to get on base and cover multiple positions that will keep him in the lineup.

Taylor went 2-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base against the Diamondbacks on Friday.

Taylor got the start at second base and reached base three times from the sixth spot in the order. He posted his third multi-hit game of the season while snapping a streak of four consecutive games spanning 14 at-bats without a hit. Overall, Taylor is slashing .240/.406/.240 with seven walks on the season.

Taylor went 2-for-3 with a pair of singles and a walk in Saturday's 5-4 loss to the Giants.

Taylor wasn't able to score despite getting on base three times in the contest. The 29-year-old utility man has gone 4-for-8 with two walks and an RBI in three games so far this season. His defensive versatility will keep him in the lineup frequently, and he can also serve as the designated hitter as he did Saturday.

Taylor's path to playing time at second base has expanded after the Dodgers optioned Gavin Lux to their alternate training site Tuesday.

Lux, a popular preseason pick to win the NL Rookie of the Year award this season, arrived late to camp and has struggled with the bat and glove since his return, so the team decided not to carry him on their Opening Day roster. That opens up more playing time for both Taylor and Enrique Hernandez, though the pair will probably assume a share of the starting second-base job rather than one player winning the job outright. Taylor has enjoyed a strong spring training and summer camp, and he went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, a walk, two runs and four RBI in Monday's exhibition game against Arizona.

Taylor is among a group of Dodgers vying for playing time at second base this season, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Though many expected top prospect Gavin Lux to claim second base as his own in 2020, Gurnick indicates that the position had yet to be settled when spring training was suspended. Among veterans on the club, Taylor (20) trailed both Enrique Hernandez (85) and Max Muncy (70) in games played at second base last season. Nonetheless, Taylor's defensive versatility enabled him to log 414 plate appearances without having a set position.

Taylor (shoulder) is starting at shortstop and hitting cleanup Saturday against the Rockies.

He missed the last few games with a sore shoulder but it was apparently a minor issue. Taylor is poised to reprise his utility role from last season.

Taylor (shoulder) won't return to Cactus League action Friday against the Mariners, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.,

Manager Dave Roberts indicated earlier this week Taylor could return for Friday's game, but he's not ready to retake the field. The 29-year-old has been taking batting practice but wants be sure he's fully recovered before attempting to play in games.

Manager Dave Roberts said Taylor (shoulder) might return Friday against the Mariners, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Taylor is nursing a sore shoulder, which he picked up after getting hit by a pitch earlier in camp. Even if he doesn't play in Friday's Cactus League game, it sounds like Taylor is on the cusp of a return. Once healthy, he figures to fill a super-utility role for the Dodgers.

Taylor suffered a setback in his recovery from a sore right forearm Wednesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Taylor (forearm) is not planning on returning to game action until he's feeling 100 percent. The 29-year-old originally irritated his forearm/biceps on a check swing during a Feb. 27 Cactus League game against the Cubs. Taylor is expected to begin the season in a utility role given his versatility and experience playing every position except first base and catcher.

Taylor (forearm) will bat leadoff and start in left field during Thursday's Cactus League game against the Indians, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Taylor didn't appear in any of the Dodgers' past three spring games after irritating his forearm/biceps on a check swing during the Sunday's 4-2 win over the Cubs. The utility man looks to be healthy again after a few days off and shouldn't have his preparation for the regular season derailed because of the injury.

Taylor is nursing an irritated forearm and biceps, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

The injury was suffered as a result of a check swing, and Taylor has missed three straight spring-training games as a result. However, he took live batting practice Wednesday and could return to game action Thursday. Taylor will fill a utility role with the Dodgers again this season.

Taylor and the Dodgers avoided arbitration by agreeing to a two-year deal Friday.

The financial terms of the contract have not yet been disclosed. The deal doesn't buy out any of Taylor's free agent seasons but saves the two parties from having to go through the arbitration process next season. Taylor lines up to play frequently in a flexible role again this season after hitting .262/.333/.462 in 414 plate appearances in 2019.

Taylor (forearm) was activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Taylor will likely assume a quasi-bench role, given the amount of strong producers the Dodgers have all over the field, but he will probably get at least a couple starts per week. He hit .362 with three home runs and three steals in his 20 games prior to landing on the shelf, but is hitting .261/.334/.452 on the season.