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Dodgers could use another relief pitcher
A look at the Dodgers 40-man roster depth, and the flexibility (or lack thereof) of some of the bullpen, suggests Los Angeles should add more relief pitching this offseason.
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Notes: Intrastate rivals, Chris Taylor, James Outman
The Dodgers are entering the 2024 season as both the best and most marketable team within the state of California, plus more on Chris Taylor’s offseason and the potential for James Outman to reach the 20-20 mark in 2024.
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Notes: Shohei Ohtani, Gary Sheffield, Hall of Fame
Some Dodgers notes on Shohei Ohtani’s impact, Gary Sheffield on his Hall of Fame candidacy, plus DJ Peters converting to pitching and several former Dodgers in a Cooperstown event during Memorial Day weekend.
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Some Dodgers pitchers on minor league contracts this year
Checking in on some pitchers who have signed minor league contracts with the Dodgers this offseason, including Nabil Crismatt, Elieser Hernández, Stephen Gonsalves, and Jesse Hahn.
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Updated Dodgers 40-man roster
Every Dodgers transaction involving the 40-man roster from the end of the 2023 World Series through the start of 2024 spring training.
Dodgers should bring back Ryan Brasier
Ryan Brasier was one of the best relievers in all of baseball during his time with the Dodgers last season, and here are two main reasons for why the Dodgers should bring him back for the 2024 season.
Hiroki Kuroda elected to Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame
Hiroki Kuroda, who pitched from 2008-11 with the Dodgers during his 20-year career, was voted into the Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame.
Dustin May begins throwing program
May is on his way back after undergoing season-ending surgery in July 2023.
Teoscar Hernández: ‘I don’t think there’s a better place than the Dodgers right now’
Teoscar Hernández talked about improvements he can make with the Dodgers, plus general manager Brandon Gomes talk about the outfielder’s role and where he fits into the 2024 lineup in Los Angeles.
Dodgers pitchers & catchers first spring workout is February 9
Dodgers pitchers and catchers report to spring training at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona on Friday, February 9, an early start thanks to the two-game series against the Padres in South Korea a week before the domestic regular season begins.
Four Dodgers in Baseball America top 100 prospects
The top-100 prospect list at Baseball America in 2024 includes four Dodgers: catcher Dalton Rushing, pitchers Gavin Stone and Nick Frasso, and outfielder Andy Pages.
Notes: Teoscar Hernández, David Robertson, Korea series
Teoscar Hernandez is looking forward to playing within a star-filled team while also being an everyday bat for the Dodgers, plus more on how David Robertson could fit in Los Angeles and the Dodgers’ Korea series in March.
Four Dodgers prospects in Baseball Prospectus top 101
Four Dodgers were named among the top 101 prospects in baseball by Baseball Prospectus, led by catcher Dalton Rushing.
Dodgers international signings headlined by Emil Morales
The Dodgers signed 19 players on January 15, the first day of the 2024 international signing period, a group headlined by shortstop Emil Morales as well as outfielder Rafy Peguero, both from the Dominican Republic.
Dodgers news: International signings, potential pitchers, and more
The Dodgers recently signed shortstop Emil Morales, the No. 14 international prospect.
Notes: Clayton Kershaw, Gavin Lux, Dylan Cease
A return to the Dodgers for Clayton Kershaw is still an open opportunity, plus more on Gavin Lux’s recovery process and how trade talks for Dylan Cease have quieted recently.
On the Dodgers expectations & what’s next
The Dodgers have committed more than $1.2 billion this winter, and the expectations that come with adding Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and more are enormous. But they might not be done this offseason, and the path to a World Series title will be arduous.
Raúl Ibañez returns to Dodgers front office
The Dodgers brought back Raúl Ibañez to the front office, this time as a vice president of baseball development and special projects. Also, a look at how LA’s player development and recent on-field success has helped their offseason, plus more analysis of Thursday’s trade between the Dodgers and Cubs.
Dodgers finalize Teoscar Hernández contract
Outfielder Teoscar Hernández is official a member of the Dodgers, with his one-year, $23.5 million contract finalized on January 12, 2024.
Dodgers fan fest in 2024 comes with a price
The Dodgers will hold their annual fan fest at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, February 3, including Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and many other players there to meet with fans. For the first time in the decade-plus of the event, the Dodgers are charging fans to get in, with a $10 ticket.
How Teoscar Hernández signing affects the Dodgers lineup & playing time
Teoscar Hernández gives the Dodgers another impactful everyday bat. With his signing, which players will lose the most playing time in this powerful attack?
Dodgers sign 10 players to avoid salary arbitration
A summary of all the Dodgers who reached 2024 agreements to avoid salary arbitration ahead of the January 11 signing deadline.
Will Smith avoids arbitration with $8.55 million deal
The Dodgers avoided salary arbitration with Will Smith, signing the All-Star catcher for $8.55 million in 2024.
Dodgers trade Busch & Almonte for Cubs prospects Jackson Ferris & Zyhir Hope
The Dodgers cleared some 40-man space and added a few prospects in a trade with the Cubs. Michael Busch and Almonte are headed to Chicago for minor leaguers Jackson Ferris and Zyhir Hope, who turn 20 and 19, respectively in the coming week.
Dodgers sign Walker Buehler for $8.025 million, avoid arbitration
The Dodgers avoided salary arbitration with Walker Buehler, signing the All-Star pitcher for $8.025 million in 2024.
Dodgers 2024 start times & schedule tidbits
A look at some details of the Dodgers 2024 schedule, now that start times for the season have been finalized.
Notes: Shohei Ohtani, Teoscar Hernández, Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Ohtani’s big deferrals are catching the attention of California’s top finance officials.
Dodgers 2024 games televised by Fox or FS1
The Dodgers will have at least eight games televised by Fox Sports during the 2024 season, with six Saturday games exclusively on Fox and two more on FS1 through the first five months of the regular season.
Phillips & Graterol salary arbitration preview
A look at pitchers Evan Phillips and Brusdar Graterol, the two best pitchers in the Dodgers bullpen, both of whom are eligible for salary arbitration for a second time. Here’s a look at what they might earn in 2024 through the arbitration process.
J.P. Feyereisen salary arbitration preview
A look at Dodgers pitcher J.P. Feyereisen, who missed the entire 2023 season after shoulder surgery. With over three years of major league service time, Feyereisen is eligible for salary arbitration for the first time. Here’s a look at what he might earn in 2024.
3 early Dodgers 2024 games on ‘Sunday Night Baseball’
The Dodgers will have three early-season games in 2024 televised by ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ on ESPN — March 31 against the Cardinals, April 14 vs. the Padres, and June 9 at the Yankees in New York.
Alex Vesia salary arbitration preview
Dodgers left-hander Alex Vesia has three years, 78 days of major league service time, and is eligible for salary arbitration for the first time. Here’s a look at what he might earn in 2024, looking at similar pitchers across baseball.
Julio Urías won’t face felony charges for September arrest
Julio Urías won’t face felony charges from Los Angeles County for his September arrest on suspicion of domestic violence. The former Dodgers pitcher is now a free agent.
Caleb Ferguson salary arbitration preview
A look at Dodgers reliever Caleb Ferguson, who with five years of major league service time is eligible for salary arbitration for the third time. Here’s a look at what he might earn in 2024, his final season before free agency.
Notes: Josh Hader, Max Muncy, projected lineups
The Dodgers might be the team that brings in All Star closer Josh Hader, plus more on Max Muncy’s thoughts on the team’s clubhouse chemistry and what the Dodgers’ 2024 lineups against both right and left handed pitching could look like.
Gavin Lux salary arbitration preview
A look at Dodgers infielder Gavin Lux, who with three years of major league service time is eligible for salary arbitration for the first time. Here’s a look at what he might earn in 2024, after missing the entire 2023 season due to knee surgery.