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How Tommy Edman became superglue in Dodgers machine: 'Blessed to be in LA'

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Tommy Edman is the reigning National League Championship Series MVP .

Edman signed a five-year , $74 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers .

The 30-year-old is a switch-hitter and the 2021 Gold Glove winner at second base.

He's already slugged five home runs in 14 games, tied with Teoscar Hernandez for the team lead.

Edman has learned to walk proudly among giants, having played in St. Louis with the likes of Yadier Molina , Paul Goldschmidt , Adam Wainwright and Nolan Arenado .

When Freeman returns, Edman will outrank only Will Smith by a few days and outfielder Andy Pages in service time.