The Dodgers' Open Door Policy: A Model for Teams to Follow Eric Lauer, the 31 year old pitcher who made the jump from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Los Angeles Dodgers, recently praised the Dodgers' "communication" after a tumultuous tenure in Toronto.
His comments reveal a stark contrast between the two organizations and their approach to communication with players.
One of the most striking aspects of Lauer's experience is how he was treated by the Dodgers' front office.