Dodgers agree to one-year contract with pitcher Noah Syndergaard

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Noah Syndergaard delivers during Game 5 of the World Series against the Houston Astros on Nov. 3 in Philadelphia. The Dodgers reached an agreement Wednesday with free-agent pitcher Noah Syndergaard on a one-year contract, according to multiple people with knowledge of the situation who weren’t authorized to speak publicly. However, he was impressed with the Dodgers’ recent track record of helping veteran pitchers improve under their staff, and wanted another chance to bet on himself before re-entering free agency next winter. Angels pitcher Noah Syndergaard stands on the mound during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Angel Stadium on June 6.