Dodgers' Chris Taylor: Doubles and scores twice

Taylor went 2-for-4 with two runs, a double and a walk in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to Oakland.The utility player led off for the Dodgers in the absence of Mookie Betts (back) and raised his average to .357 in 14 at-bats this season. Los Angeles' unrivaled depth will prevent Taylor from being an everyday player, but the career .264 hitter is a reliable option when starting and should always receive hittable pitches as opponents navigate through the vaunted, and star-studded, lineup.

Dodgers' Chris Taylor: Sitting day after HBP

Taylor (elbow) is not in Tuesday's lineup against the A's, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.He was hit on the elbow by a 96-mph fastball Monday, and while X-rays were negative, the Dodgers can afford to give Taylor the day off. AJ Pollock will start in left field while Gavin Lux gets the start at the keystone.

Dodgers' Chris Taylor: Sits in second game

Taylor will sit Friday against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.Taylor may not be the Dodgers' primary starter at any one position this year, but he should still find himself in the lineup on a regular basis, primarily at second base and in left field. He started in left field at AJ Pollock's expense on Opening Day but will retreat to the bench for the second game of the season, while Gavin Lux makes his second straight start at the keystone.