Dodgers Recall Top Hitting Prospect Alex Verdugo from Triple-A

The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled outfielder Alex Verdugo from Triple-A Oklahoma City and optioned pitcher Scott Alexander prior to Saturday night's game against the San Francisco Giants. 

Verdugo, 21, is the Dodgers' top-ranked hitting prospect and No. 2 prospect overall behind right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler, according to MLB.com. 

Verdugo also checks in as the 32nd-ranked prospect in all of baseball. 

A high-contact hitter, Verdugo slashed .276/.309/.474 with four home runs and 15 RBI in Oklahoma City before making the move to The Show. 

Last season, Verdugo spent a brief stint with the Dodgers and made his MLB debut on Sept. 1 against the San Diego Padres. 

In 25 plate appearances over 15 games, the 2014 second-round pick hit .174 with one home run that accounted for his lone RBI.