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Ex-Dodger Gavin Lux embraces new role with Reds: 'You have that chip on your shoulder'

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Lux spent six seasons on the Dodgers ' major league roster.

He was traded to the Reds in January for outfield prospect Mike Sirota and a draft pick.

Lux: “You always want to prove that you can play on the left side of the infield, you can hit lefties, whatever that chip is”.

Lux says he's looking forward to playing multiple positions in his new role with the Reds .

The Reds view Lux as an experienced and versatile player capable of helping them vault into postseason contention.

Lux got the start at third base on Monday , where the Reds have a relatively open competition.

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