Dodgers fans will love David Price’s reaction to positive 2021 debut

The Los Angeles Dodgers rotation was poised to be stacked even before David Price decided whether or not he’d opt into the 2021 season.

Then, in rapid succession, Price returned to the fold and the team signed a ho-hum little righty named Trevor Bauer.

That’s three Cy Youngs and one guy who probably deserves one soon, if you’re counting.

Though the rotation mix certainly could be thinner (if you squint, you just might see a full eight starters!), having Price back as a mid-rotation innings-eater and mentor will definitely help the Dodgers cross the finish line once again.

In his first outing of ’21 spring training, Price looked his usual self on Monday.

Zipping through a perfect inning using only 11 pitches, he strode off the mound back to the dugout with a smile on his face.

The textbook definition of perfect.

Yes, David Price appreciates what it means to join the 2021 Dodgers.

When Price left the 2020 season, he did so when the pandemic was at the height of uncertainty. Ultimately, his concerns about exposure to safety risks were … well, extremely founded. Even at the tail end of the Dodgers’ World Series celebration, a new and different challenge raised its ugly head in the form of an iconic third baseman.

Price did what was best for his family knowing the Dodgers were still in good hands, and both parties were handsomely rewarded.

That doesn’t mean he didn’t miss the heat of competition, though!

The lefty’s reaction to his dominant debut should have every LAD fan ready to run through a wall directly to Opening Day.

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Sweeping breaker, soft contact into the ground, and a pinpointed fastball. Price looked like he’d never left, and we’re sure he felt like he was riding a bicycle the second he stepped out onto that tightly-packed mound.

When the season opens, Price’ll get his first chance to pitch in front of genuine Dodgers fans at the Stadium, and we’re sure he’ll cherish that just as much. Lots of milestones to revisit in 2021, but the first return to form went pretty well, it seems.

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