Dodgers News: James Outman Talks Biggest Adjustments That Got Him Back on Track

He's a completely different player now.

Dodgers outfielder James Outman has endured quite the rookie season. After bursting onto the scene in March and April en route to winning the National League Rookie of the Month Award, Outman went into a deep slump in May and June.

After the pitchers adjusted to Outman, he wasn't able to adjust back, and it appeared as if the first month of the season was just a fluke.

However, that was far from the case.

In July and now August, Outman has readjusted, and has turned himself into one of the Dodgers' best and most consistent hitters. He's raised his OPS all the way back up to .788, and has been an incredible bottom of the lineup presence for the surging Dodgers.

Outman recently caught up with Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA, and talked about the adjustments he made to get his season back on track.

"I think I just relaxed a little bit more. Stopped trying to death grip my situation," Outman said. "Just relax, let the game come to me. And also credit to my coaches and my teammates they’ve helped me out a ton. Like, they’ve helped me out a ton."

.@kirsten_watson caught up with @james_outman to discuss his success at the plate as of late. pic.twitter.com/Ri8iYTjcac

— SportsNet LA (@SportsNetLA) August 9, 2023

Outman talked about two specific teammates who have helped him, which you can read about here, but as for the overall assistance, he explained a little bit about what he needed to do.

"My teammates were keeping me in a good headspace the whole time," Outman said.
"I always believed that I would get back on track a little bit, but I think the biggest key was just relaxing and letting the game come to me, honestly."

Outman's resurgence has been a welcome sight for LA, and he's truly rewarded them for showing patience in his rookie season struggles.