Andy Pages has entered a critical juncture of his young Major League career. Coming off a breakout 2025 regular season—where he slashed .272/.313/.461 with 27 home runs and 86 RBIs—Pages has become a key contributor for the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, his postseason form and off‑field context are raising questions just as the spotlight gets brightest.
From Breakout to Spotlight
Pages’ ascendancy this year was unmistakable. He ranked second on the Dodgers in home runs behind Shohei Ohtani, while also ranking inside the team’s top 4 in batting average, stolen bases (14) and total bases (268). He progressed from a promising rookie in 2024 into a player now counted on for both defence and offence.
His defensive value was significant — he ranked in the 97th percentile in “outs above average” during the regular season. Defensively, he was a reliable centre‑fielder option. Offensively, he exploded with power and volume. For a young player, that combination framed him as a building block for a Dodgers squad circling another championship run.
Postseason Struggles & Decision Point
However, that momentum has hit a snag in October. In the postseason so far, Pages is hitting just .080 (4 for 50) with an OPS of .215 — far below what the Dodgers expect of a regular starter. This level of output has prompted manager Dave Roberts to openly evaluate Pages’ role in the lineup:
“He’s playing very sound defence, which is a big part of why he’s in there. … I’m still watching for an uptick in consistency of performance.”
— Dave Roberts, October 26, 2025
With the World Series underway, every at‑bat and every defensive play takes on magnified importance. The question facing Pages and the Dodgers is whether this slump is a temporary blip or a turning point.
Off‑Field Narrative & Mental Load
Beyond the statistics, Pages carries a heavy emotional and personal load. Born in Mantua, Cuba, he defected and eventually joined the Dodgers. While his regular season offered celebration, his family is unable to see him play due to longstanding travel restrictions between Cuba and the U.S. Pages has been separated from his parents and sister for years — they watch on television from Cuba.
That personal story adds depth to the performance conversation. For a player developing under elite expectations, the emotional context matters. Pages’ early negative results may have roots in adjustment, pressure or fatigue, rather than simply a slump.
What’s Next: The Light & Shadow
Positives:
- Pages’ power and athleticism remain real. Earlier this year he hit a multi‑homer game and carried the offence in key moments.
- His defence and arm strength remain assets. For a centre‑fielder, that dual value matters heavily in October.
- He still projects as a core piece of the Dodgers’ future and, given his age (24), the corner is not just turned but potentially still being constructed.
Challenges:
- The slump cannot linger. October is unforgiving, and a breakout here would silence doubters. A prolonged slide risks bench time or role reduction.
- The mental side: balancing expectation, personal narrative and elite competition is tough. How Pages handles October will say as much about his character as his physical tools.
- Consistency at the plate, in both getting on base and in moving runners, remains a key area. Power alone won’t compensate in October.
Final Word
Andy Pages is in the middle of a pivotal chapter. The regular season told one story: a young star rising. The postseason is telling another: a player under pressure, tested by slump and narrative. For the Dodgers, how they deploy him now may reflect both trust and risk. For Pages himself, this moment could define how he is viewed — as a foundational talent or as a project still in progress.
At SportBuzzHub, we’ll continue tracking Pages’ next swings, his defensive plays and the broader context of a player whose journey is as compelling as his stats. The story isn’t finished — it may just be entering its most important pages.
