Dodgers, Chase Utley reportedly in ‘serious talks’

Chase Utley may be returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers for a fourth season.

Fan Rag Sports’ Jon Heyman reported on Monday night that Utley and the Dodgers are in “serious talks” about bringing the utility man back.

sources: dodgers are in serious talks with chase utley back. they love his abject professionalism. interesting hall of fame case.

— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) February 13, 2018

Utley, 39, batted just .236 last season but had an .866 OPS as a pinch-hitter, so he could be viewed as an asset in that role. Utley appears to be well-liked by his teammates and seems to be viewed by the organization as a strong clubhouse presence. Justin Turner said last month he was hoping the team would re-sign Utley.