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A 'crucial' time for Jonny DeLuca in his first shot at a starting job

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  He is neither a phenom nor an established hitter. He is not a new face and not a darling of the preseason hype. He is not a kid anymore, and he hasn't yet scored the big contract. He is, simply, hope.

Jonny DeLuca, a 25-year-old outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is currently experiencing a pivotal moment in his career as he gets his first real opportunity to secure a starting position. Previously, DeLuca was a 25th-round draft pick in 2019 and has been working his way up through the minor leagues, showing promise with his speed, power, and defensive capabilities. His chance comes amidst injuries to key players like Mookie Betts and Chris Taylor, and with J.D. Martinez on paternity leave, opening up spots in the lineup. DeLuca has already made an impact by hitting a home run in his first major league at-bat and has been praised for his work ethic and potential by Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts. This opportunity is crucial for DeLuca to prove he can be a regular in the major leagues, especially with the Dodgers looking to bolster their outfield depth.

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