Sun Apr 27 03:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Dodgers’ Pages Breaks Out of Slump, Shows Promise at the Plate
**LOS ANGELES** – Los Angeles Dodgers centerfielder Andy Pages, who struggled mightily at the start of the 2025 season, is showing signs of a significant turnaround at the plate. After a dismal start that saw him batting just .167/.286/.283 in his first 70 plate appearances, Pages has exploded over the past week, hitting .429/.429/1.000 with two home runs in a small 14-plate appearance sample.
Manager Dave Roberts has expressed his encouragement, noting a marked improvement in Pages’ swing, which has become “a lot shorter,” and a growing confidence at the plate. Roberts attributes the recent success to Pages’ increased competitiveness and decisiveness.
While Pages’ overall batting line for the season is now .216/.310/.419 (108 wRC+), the recent hot streak represents a significant step forward for the 24-year-old. He has four home runs, seven RBIs, and nine runs scored in 84 plate appearances. However, Pages still needs to improve his baserunning and defensive play, although he has shown flashes of brilliance in the field, including two home run robberies.
The young outfielder has benefited greatly from the mentorship of teammate Teoscar Hernández, who has provided guidance and helped correct Pages’ mistakes. While the sample size remains small, Pages’ recent offensive surge offers a promising glimpse into his potential, particularly given his reputation as a power hitter. If he can continue his improved performance at the plate, it could offset some of his defensive shortcomings.
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