But Friedman brought in Byrnes to oversee scouting and player development, departments operating independently in many organizations, and Dodgers has been a development powerhouse that has leveled MVP center fielder Cody Bellinger, catcher Will Smith and pitchers Walker Buehler, Dustin May, Tony Gonsolin and Julio Urias , among others. Byrnes is also the link between Friedman and on-site personnel.
