Tanner Scott and Evan Phillips, both former teammates with the Baltimore Orioles, have dramatically transformed their careers since those early days of struggling to find their footing in Major League Baseball. Now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, they are poised to become key components of a formidable bullpen, with Scott's recent four-year, $72 million signing reflecting his evolution into a top closer. Phillips, meanwhile, has excelled as a reliable reliever for the Dodgers, boasting a 2.28 ERA and 44 saves over his last four seasons.

Both players endured the challenges of a revolving door roster with the Orioles, where they were frequently shuffled between the majors and minors. However, they have harnessed their experiences, leading to significant improvements in performance. Scott, who once struggled with command, has transformed into a shutdown option with a 2.04 ERA and 34 saves in the past two seasons. Their familiarity with each other and the Dodgers' bullpen dynamics promises to bolster their potential for late-game success this season.