The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a luxury many other MLB teams would love to have: an overabundance of talented players, and the recent signing of 25-year-old Korean star Hyeseong Kim only complicates matters further. Kim, known for his speed and strong contact skills, is expected to take on a super-utility role, likely focusing on second base. This creates a dilemma for Gavin Lux, who was the Dodgers’ most frequent second baseman in 2024. Lux had a strong second half of the season after a rough start and seemed to be establishing himself as a regular starter. However, with Kim now in the picture, Lux’s future with the team could be uncertain.
Given this situation, the Dodgers may consider trading Lux, and one potential landing spot could be their World Series opponents, the New York Yankees. The Yankees currently have a vacancy at second base following Gleyber Torres’ departure, and as Zach Pressnell of Newsweek pointed out, they are in desperate need of an affordable, experienced infielder with a reliable bat—qualities that Lux can provide. While the Dodgers may hesitate to send a valuable player to a team they recently faced in the World Series, the Yankees could offer an appealing trade package that makes it worth considering.
At 27, Lux still has two years of team control left and is viewed as a player who can contribute at the big-league level. Once the top prospect in the Dodgers’ system, Lux has shown potential but may not have a starting role with the team moving forward. If the Dodgers aren’t planning to give him that opportunity, it might be in their best interest to trade him while he still holds value.
While it’s not urgent for the Dodgers to make a move, they would be wise to explore trade offers from the Yankees and other teams that might be interested. This could allow them to recoup some value for Lux, especially if they don’t see him as a fit in their crowded lineup. As the offseason progresses, the Dodgers will need to carefully assess their roster and consider whether trading Lux is a strategic move to bolster their future.
