The Dodgers sent James Outman to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday, per team updates, after he rode the bench as the fourth outfielder in the Tokyo Series against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Outman, on the Dodgers’ Tokyo Series roster, didn’t play versus the Cubs, losing out to versatile Chris Taylor, Tommy Edman, and Enrique Hernández, landing in Oklahoma City Wednesday. The 27-year-old’s role shrinks. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues should stash him, expecting his bat to push for a midseason call-up if Los Angeles needs outfield help in 2025.

James Outman is slated to be on the Dodgers' travel roster for their upcoming trip to Japan, but it remains undecided whether he will be included on the active roster, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Fantasy Impact

The Dodgers will begin their regular season with a two-game series against the Cubs in Tokyo on March 18 and 19, preceded by exhibition games against Nippon Professional Baseball teams. While Outman is expected to make the trip, his status for the Opening Day roster remains in question. After a strong rookie campaign, he struggled in 2024, slashing just .521 OPS with a concerning 35.3 percent strikeout rate. His swing-and-miss issues have persisted this spring, as he leads the team with 14 strikeouts in 29 plate appearances. Despite those struggles, he has contributed a home run, five RBI, and two stolen bases, keeping him in the mix for a roster spot.

The Dodgers have optioned James Outman to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Fantasy Impact

Outman will head back to the minors in a corresponding move for Miguel Rojas rejoining the roster. He will remain a depth option should the Dodgers suffer an injury in the outfield.

James Outman is in the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Houston Astros Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Outman will take the field after being recalled from Triple-A Thursday, patrolling center field and batting sixth against the Astros for manager Dave Roberts Saturday.

The Dodgers recalled James Outman from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Fantasy Impact

Outman gets called up with Chris Taylor placed on the injured list. He'll likely be in a platoon with Andy Pages.