Logan Allen is back in the MLB spotlight, and this time, it's former Guardians starter Logan S. Allen making waves.
After a stint in the KBO with the NC Dinos, Allen has inked a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, as reported by Shi Davidi from Sportsnet. This move brings him back to organized baseball in the U.S., where he'll start in Triple-A with the two-time World Series champions.
Allen's journey has been quite the ride. After posting a 4.53 ERA over 173 innings in the KBO, he found himself squeezed out due to roster limitations on foreign-born pitchers. But his recent performance for Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic, where he notched a 2.70 ERA in 3 1/3 innings, showcased his potential and likely caught the Dodgers' eye.
His last appearance in the MLB was with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2024, where he had a 5.46 ERA over 28 innings. While his role there was primarily as a reliever, his time in Korea saw him transition to a full-time starter, a role he also embraced during his WBC stint.
Allen's MLB journey began with the Cleveland Guardians in 2019 after being acquired from the Padres. Over four years, he accumulated a 5.45 ERA in 69 1/3 innings. Following his release in 2022, he had brief stints with the Orioles and spent time in Triple-A with the Rockies in 2023.
Born in Florida, Allen's Canadian roots through his father allowed him to represent Team Canada in the WBC. A memorable moment came when both Logan Allens found themselves in a light-hearted National Anthem standoff during the tournament.
While the Dodgers' pitching roster seems set, the team’s history of utilizing a wide array of pitchers suggests that Allen might just get his shot in the majors again this season. Keep an eye on this comeback story, as Allen looks to make an impact with the Dodgers.