Minor League Contract with the Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks have secured the services of former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher J.P. Feyereisen on a one-year minor league free agent contract. Feyereisen, whose experience includes multiple stints at the Major League level, steps into the organization following a season of notable challenges and hard-fought progress.
Professional Journey and Recent Performance
Last season, Feyereisen made four appearances with the Dodgers, including a start on Opening Day during a series held internationally. In three of those outings, he struggled to find effective command, allowing a significant number of runs and recording fewer outs than hoped. Over the span of his appearances, he allowed a total of 10 runs on 11 hits while managing only 10 outs. His statistics reflect the hurdles he faced during a season marked by limited opportunities and tough competition.
Path to a Championship and Overcoming Setbacks
Having appeared in at least one Major League game, Feyereisen holds the distinction of being a World Series champion. However, his journey has not been without its setbacks. A shoulder injury that required surgery sidelined him for an entire season, and his subsequent performance in 2024 saw him finish with an 8.18 earned run average and a win-loss marking of 0-1. Despite these challenges, he managed to convert a lone save opportunity, recording nine strikeouts and issuing five walks over his appearances. Additionally, his stint in Triple-A, including a period with Oklahoma City, saw him post a 5.48 ERA across 33 games, along with 33 strikeouts and 13 walks in 42.2 innings pitched. His decision to remain in the organization rather than reject an outright assignment underscores his commitment to work through adversity and build upon his game.
Feyereisen’s latest chapter with the Diamondbacks represents a fresh opportunity to refine his skills and contribute to a new team, even as he continues to overcome injury-related obstacles and seeks to redefine his future in baseball.