Letters to Sports: Rich get richer as Dodgers sign another star pitcher
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Letters to Sports: Rich get richer as Dodgers sign another star pitcher

LA Times  

It’s a brilliant idea, the eight-man starting rotation. At six innings per game, that’s no more than 120 innings through the regular season, leaving the top five fresh for October, a rested bullpen, and Walker taking the ball when it matters most. Peter Maradudin Seattle :: In 1963, when the Dodgers swept the Yankees in the World Series, every player in the starting lineup, except for Yankees import Bill Skowron, was a homegrown Dodger. Bill Waxman Simi Valley :: I know I’m dating myself, but I remember back in 1966 the two greatest pitchers were Sandy Koufax and Don Drysdale. Assuming Snell is able to reach his best years of 180 innings pitched, his income would work out to $200,000 per inning.

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‘A Shohei economy’: How Shohei Ohtani’s first year transformed the Dodgers financially
2 weeks ago

‘A Shohei economy’: How Shohei Ohtani’s first year transformed the Dodgers financially

LA Times  

The announcements came like a metronome at the start of last season, a steady stream of almost weekly news releases from the Dodgers announcing one Japanese sponsorship deal after the next. And even before accounting for the staggering $680 million of deferrals Ohtani proposed in his contract — a structure that preserved the Dodgers’ payroll flexibility by paying him only …

Signing of Blake Snell is Dodgers’ latest financial flex: ‘This is where you want to play’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Signing of Blake Snell is Dodgers’ latest financial flex: ‘This is where you want to play’

LA Times  

In the right-field Stadium Club at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday afternoon, where dozens of media members gathered for yet another introductory news conference welcoming a star player to the organization, the Dodgers flexed their financial muscles with businesslike handshakes and celebratory smiles. “As we were getting together and talking about ways we could put ourselves in the best position to …

Dodgers announce 5-year contract with LHP Blake Snell
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Dodgers announce 5-year contract with LHP Blake Snell

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Blake Snell and the Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized a $182 million, five-year contract. Snell gets a $52 million signing bonus, payable on Jan. 20, and annual salaries of $26 million, of which $13 million each year will be deferred. Snell joins Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto atop Los Angeles’ rotation. Because he turned down a qualifying …

Blake Snell and Dodgers agree to $182 million, 5-year contract, AP source says
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Blake Snell and Dodgers agree to $182 million, 5-year contract, AP source says

Associated Press  

Less than a month after winning the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers are spending big again to add one of baseball’s best pitchers to their star-studded roster. Blake Snell and the Dodgers agreed to a $182 million, five-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations. Snell would join two-way star Shohei Ohtani and fellow Japanese …

Blake Snell: Los Angeles Dodgers agree to sign two-time Cy Young Award winner
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Blake Snell: Los Angeles Dodgers agree to sign two-time Cy Young Award winner

CNN  

CNN — The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly agreed to a $182 million contract with two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell, according to multiple outlets, including The Athletic and the Associated Press. With 2023 additions Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow missing long stretches due to injury and 2024 NL MVP Shohei Ohtani not throwing a single pitch while recovering …

Column: Dodgers’ pursuit of Blake Snell shows how Shohei Ohtani is a change agent
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Column: Dodgers’ pursuit of Blake Snell shows how Shohei Ohtani is a change agent

LA Times  

Blake Snell pitches for the Giants in a game last season against the Milwaukee Brewers in San Francisco. The financial considerations that previously kept the Dodgers from pushing all-in on an annual basis suddenly feel as if they’re behind them, and the defending World Series champions now have a legitimate front-line starter in Snell to complement a historically dangerous lineup …

Dodgers agree to sign two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Dodgers agree to sign two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell

LA Times  

The Dodgers reached agreement with starting pitcher Blake Snell, a two-time Cy Young winner who spent last season playing for the Giants. To that end, the Dodgers made a major move Tuesday night, agreeing to a five-year, $182-million contract with two-time Cy Young Award winning pitcher Blake Snell pending a physical, according to multiple people with knowledge of the situation …

Dodgers Dugout: Which free agents should the Dodgers bring back?
1 month, 1 week ago

Dodgers Dugout: Which free agents should the Dodgers bring back?

LA Times  

Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. Free agents Walker Buehler Jack Flaherty Kiké Hernández Teoscar Hernández Joe Kelly Clayton Kershaw Blake Treinen Retired Daniel Hudson Kevin Kiermaier Signed for next season We will list the player, what they will get next season and length of contract Austin Barnes, $3.5 million, signed through 2025 Mookie Betts, $30.4 million, …

A Deep Class of Free Agents Could Shape the Future of Baseball
1 month, 2 weeks ago

A Deep Class of Free Agents Could Shape the Future of Baseball

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Dodgers spent big in free agency before winning big this postseason, taking home a World Series title after committing more than $1 billion on players like Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Teoscar Hernández. Now it’s time to see which teams are in the mood to open their wallets for free agents in preparation for the 2025 season.

Dodgers Overcome 5-Run Deficit with Spectacular Plays, Rally for World Series Title
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers Overcome 5-Run Deficit with Spectacular Plays, Rally for World Series Title

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their second World Series title in five seasons with a thrilling 7-6 victory over the New York Yankees in Game 5 of the series. Despite trailing 5-0 in the first inning, the Dodgers staged a remarkable comeback with three Yankees defensive miscues and rally-scoring sacrifice flies from Gavin Lux and Mookie Betts. In the eighth …

Dodgers still control their World Series destiny after Game 5 loss
2 months ago

Dodgers still control their World Series destiny after Game 5 loss

LA Times  

The Dodgers still own this. Dodgers Dodgers can’t overcome Jack Flaherty’s struggles in NLCS Game 5 loss to Mets Jack Flaherty runs into problems early, giving up eight earned runs in a 12-6 loss to the New York Mets in Game 5 of the NLCS, sending the series back to L.A. Sir, I am doubling down. “That’s how the game …

Shohei Ohtani: The face of baseball shrugging off a betting scandal to keep making history
2 months ago

Shohei Ohtani: The face of baseball shrugging off a betting scandal to keep making history

The Independent  

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Do the Mets have an answer for Shohei Ohtani? Plus Guardians-Yankees preview
2 months, 1 week ago

Do the Mets have an answer for Shohei Ohtani? Plus Guardians-Yankees preview

New York Times  

The Windup Newsletter ⚾ | This is The Athletic’s daily MLB newsletter. Danny Young, the Mets’ only other left-handed reliever, pitched 1 1/3 scoreless innings, and Ohtani hit a 103.1 mph shot off him that died at the center-field wall. Some of the Mets’ right-handed relievers inevitably will be summoned to face Ohtani, and here are their numbers against left-handed …

Dodgers home run star Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales for 2nd straight season
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers home run star Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales for 2nd straight season

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani topped Major League Baseball jersey sales for the second straight season while becoming the first player to reach 50 homers and 50 stolen bases in the same year. The Los Angeles Dodgers star was followed by Philadelphia’s Bryce Harper, the New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge and the Dodgers’ Mookie Betts, said Major League Baseball and …

How MLB and Dodgers are cashing in on Shohei Ohtani’s 50-50 milestone
3 months ago

How MLB and Dodgers are cashing in on Shohei Ohtani’s 50-50 milestone

LA Times  

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani celebrates with teammates after hitting his 51st home run of the season during the ninth inning of a 20-4 win over the Miami Marlins on Thursday. Ohtani has made more than a fair share of money for the Dodgers — particularly considering the presumptive National League most valuable player agreed to a $2-million salary this season …

What’s in store for the Dodgers in the second half? Here are 10 storylines to watch
5 months ago

What’s in store for the Dodgers in the second half? Here are 10 storylines to watch

LA Times  

Typically, a trade would be the easiest way for the Dodgers to rectify their pitching woes. Even if he is, it could result in a dizzying bidding war, in which the Dodgers would have stiff competition from other pitching-hungry, prospect-heavy contenders — most notably, the Baltimore Orioles. The Dodgers also have interest in Chicago White Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet, but …

NL West preview: Is it still the Dodgers’ division to lose? Can Giants challenge?
8 months, 4 weeks ago

NL West preview: Is it still the Dodgers’ division to lose? Can Giants challenge?

LA Times  

The Dodgers dominated the offseason with a $1.2-billion spending spree that included the acquisitions of two-way star Shohei Ohtani and pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow, but the three other division contenders didn’t exactly sit on their hands all winter, and they’re not about to raise a white flag this spring. Arizona’s rotation, led by Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly, …

Ohtani and Dodgers rally to beat Padres 5-2 in season opener, first MLB game in South Korea
9 months ago

Ohtani and Dodgers rally to beat Padres 5-2 in season opener, first MLB game in South Korea

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — The Los Angeles Dodgers started their Shohei Ohtani era with a memorable win on a night of firsts. Ohtani’s RBI single capped a four-run eighth-inning rally in his Dodgers debut, and Los Angeles beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 in Wednesday night’s opener, Major League Baseball’s first game in South Korea. There’s a lot more eyeballs …

Kershaw can earn up to $37.5 million over 2 years under new Dodgers deal that guarantees $10 million
10 months, 1 week ago

Kershaw can earn up to $37.5 million over 2 years under new Dodgers deal that guarantees $10 million

Hindustan Times  

NEW YORK — Clayton Kershaw can make up to $37.5 million over two seasons as part of his new contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, getting the full amount depending on how many starts he makes following shoulder surgery. Kershaw gets a $5 million salary this year and can earn $7.5 million in performance bonuses for what his deal defines …

Kershaw can earn up to $37.5 million over 2 years under new Dodgers deal that guarantees $10 million
10 months, 1 week ago

Kershaw can earn up to $37.5 million over 2 years under new Dodgers deal that guarantees $10 million

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Clayton Kershaw can make up to $37.5 million over two seasons as part of his new contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, getting the full amount depending on how many starts he makes following shoulder surgery. Kershaw gets a $5 million salary this year and can earn $7.5 million in performance bonuses for what his deal defines …

Teoscar Hernández says there’s no better place to play than with LA Dodgers
11 months ago

Teoscar Hernández says there’s no better place to play than with LA Dodgers

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Teoscar Hernández initially was seeking a multiyear deal in a slow free-agent market, but the chance to join a powerful Los Angeles Dodgers lineup convinced the outfielder to sign a $23.5 million, one-year contract. Los Angeles has been baseball’s top spender this offseason, committing $1,235,687,500 to two-way star Shohei Ohtani, pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow, and …

Dodgers Dugout: Gee, $1.2 billion doesn’t go as far as it used to
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers Dugout: Gee, $1.2 billion doesn’t go as far as it used to

LA Times  

Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. Even last year, they were so good, and then when Shohei signed, I was like, ‘Yeah, I’m going to be on that team.’ I’m ecstatic.” Glasnow’s numbers: 2016: 0-2, 4.24 ERA, 23.1 IP, 22 hits, 13 walks, 24 K’s, 99 ERA+ 2017: 2-7, 7.69 ERA, 62 IP, 81 hits, 44 walks, …

$1 billion boon? How Shohei Ohtani’s contract could make Dodgers MLB financial kings
1 year ago

$1 billion boon? How Shohei Ohtani’s contract could make Dodgers MLB financial kings

LA Times  

There is an old saying in business that you need to have money to make money. Because this has never been done.” Complete coverage: Shohei Ohtani signs record deal with Dodgers Shohei Ohtani, baseball’s top free agent, agrees to a $700-million deal with the Dodgers. “This may be close to an $800 million to $1 billion gain for the Dodgers …

Commentary: Shohei Ohtani is a victory for Dodgers’ bottom line. Can they do the same between the lines?
1 year ago

Commentary: Shohei Ohtani is a victory for Dodgers’ bottom line. Can they do the same between the lines?

LA Times  

The Guggenheim Baseball logo was prominently displayed when Andrew Friedman, the Dodgers’ president of baseball operations, spoke about Shohei Ohtani on Thursday. The Dodgers have introduced plenty of star players over the years, but Thursday’s news conference with Shohei Ohtani resided in another stratosphere. For all the hysteria surrounding Ohtani’s contract — first the jaw-dropping $700 million figure followed by …

Ohtani can opt out of Dodgers deal if either of two executives lose their roles, an AP source says
1 year ago

Ohtani can opt out of Dodgers deal if either of two executives lose their roles, an AP source says

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani can opt out of his $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers if either of two key executives is no longer in place, a person familiar with the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The Athletic first reported Wednesday that Ohtani’s deal contained a provision allowing him to opt out at the …

Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers is a steal.
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers is a steal.

Slate  

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the biggest free agent sweepstakes of all time. The Dodgers’ desire to make a good deal and Ohtani’s desire to join the most consistent winning franchise in baseball have merged to form an awe-inspiring contractual arrangement worth “$700 million.” After Ohtani announced Saturday that he would join the Dodgers, details of the deal started to …

How much will Shohei Ohtani's contract cost the Dodgers?
1 year ago

How much will Shohei Ohtani's contract cost the Dodgers?

LA Times  

Thanks to the extreme deferrals in their stunning new contract, the Dodgers won’t be paying Shohei Ohtani his full $700 million over the next 10 years. As more clarity has come in the wake of Monday’s news that Ohtani would defer a whopping $680 million of his contract until after its completion, the full financial ramifications for the Dodgers have …

Ohtani’s Dodgers contract has $680 million deferred, lowering tax value to $46 million annually
1 year ago

Ohtani’s Dodgers contract has $680 million deferred, lowering tax value to $46 million annually

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani will receive just $20 million of his $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers over the next 10 years, with $680 million payable from 2034-43 in an unusual structure that gives the team greater payroll flexibility in coming seasons. “I can say 100 percent that you, the Dodger organization and I share the same …

Shohei Ohtani deferring $68 million annually on his 10-year Dodgers contract
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani deferring $68 million annually on his 10-year Dodgers contract

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani walks off the mound during a game between the Angels and Pittsburgh Pirates on July. The extremely unusual structure — in which Ohtani will receive $68 million payments annually from 2034 to 2043, without interest, following the completion of the 10-year pact — was Ohtani’s idea, the person said, encouraged by the two-time MVP in the hopes of …

Shohei Ohtani gets the deal he deserves, and the Dodgers get a superstar — Law
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani gets the deal he deserves, and the Dodgers get a superstar — Law

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Shohei Ohtani’s first Dodgers press conference I wrote in August that I thought Shohei Ohtani would still get a record-breaking contract even after his elbow injury that precludes him from pitching until 2025, and that he’d still end up underpaid relative to his actual value to his team. GO DEEPER ‘For a unique, historic …

Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers for $700 million. Here’s everything you need to know
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers for $700 million. Here’s everything you need to know

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Shohei Ohtani’s first Dodgers press conference The sports world went into a tizzy over the weekend when Shohei Ohtani announced he was signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers for what his agency said was a record-shattering $700 million. What the deal means for the Dodgers • ‘For a unique, historic player,’ Dodgers give Shohei …

The Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani $700 million to hit and pitch — but also because he can sell
1 year ago

The Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani $700 million to hit and pitch — but also because he can sell

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Shohei Ohtani’s jaw-dropping $700 million, 10-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers has some similarities to other contracts for the world’s biggest sports stars, including soccer icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, along with NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes. “If Ohtani is marketed right, he’s a globally iconic player,” said Mike Lewis, a professor of marketing at Emory University …

Shohei Ohtani Agrees To Record $700 Million, 10-year Contract With Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani Agrees To Record $700 Million, 10-year Contract With Dodgers

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani has set a financial record to go along with his singular on-field performance, getting a record $700 million to make a 30-mile move up Interstate 5 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. “He is excited to begin this partnership, and he structured his contract to reflect a true commitment from both sides to …

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700m, 10-year contract with LA Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700m, 10-year contract with LA Dodgers

Al Jazeera  

Japanese baseball star signs what may be the largest contract in sports history, topping highs believed to be set by footballers Messi and Mbappe. Shohei Ohtani has set a financial record to go along with his singular on-field performance, getting $700m to make a 48km move up Interstate 5 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. “He is excited to begin this …

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700 million, 10-year contract with Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700 million, 10-year contract with Dodgers

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani has set a financial record to go along with his singular on-field performance, getting $700 million to make a 30-mile move up Interstate 5 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. “He is excited to begin this partnership, and he structured his contract to reflect a true commitment from both sides to long-term success.” Ohtani’s total was …

Shohei Ohtani to the Dodgers and oh no to the rest of NL West
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani to the Dodgers and oh no to the rest of NL West

LA Times  

In Los Angeles, the window does not shut. The Dodgers’ 1959 World Series championship team, their first in Los Angeles, had four Hall of Famers too: Sandy Koufax, Don Drysdale, Gil Hodges and Duke Snider. With Ohtani, Betts and Freeman — and a rapidly developing collection of young arms — they could meet or beat the major league record: 14 …

Shohei Ohtani agrees to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani agrees to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers

NPR  

Shohei Ohtani agrees to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers Enlarge this image toggle caption Matt Slocum/AP Matt Slocum/AP NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani agreed Saturday to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani's total was 64% higher than baseball's previous record, a $426.5 million, 12-year deal for Angels outfielder Mike Trout …

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on record $700-million deal
1 year ago

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on record $700-million deal

LA Times  

The Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes are over. The six years I spent with the Angels will remain etched in my heart forever.” Though Ohtani is expected to be limited to only designated-hitting duties next season, after undergoing his second Tommy John surgery in September, the Japanese star will now represent one of the biggest player acquisitions in the Dodgers’ storied history, …

Rosenthal: Shohei Ohtani’s $700M deal shows that baseball is far from broken
1 year ago

Rosenthal: Shohei Ohtani’s $700M deal shows that baseball is far from broken

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Shohei Ohtani’s first Dodgers press conference The usual howls are coming. And Shohei Ohtani, the sport’s biggest star and most transcendent figure, is the reason the game is creating more buzz than at any point in recent years, and maybe decades. Projected 2024 Dodgers lineup: Mookie Betts, 2B Freddie Freeman, 1B Shohei Ohtani, DH …

MLB free agent tracker: Have new Dodgers Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto lost luster?
1 year, 1 month ago

MLB free agent tracker: Have new Dodgers Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto lost luster?

LA Times  

The calendar flipped to April and one of the two unsigned free agents on our list of the top 35 reached an agreement — starter Mike Clevinger returning to the Chicago White Sox on a paltry one-year, $3-million contract. The Giants signed Gold Glove third baseman Matt Chapman to a one-year, $18-million deal on March 3 and National League Cy …

The Dodgers want Shohei Ohtani. But how far will they go in a potential bidding war?
1 year, 1 month ago

The Dodgers want Shohei Ohtani. But how far will they go in a potential bidding war?

LA Times  

Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani flips his bat after flying out against the Dodgers in a game on June 20. And when asked directly if the Dodgers would be comfortable making Ohtani a potential MLB-record contract offer if that’s what it took to sign him, neither Friedman nor general manager Brandon Gomes offered to comment. Under Friedman and the Mark …

Column: The Dodgers must sign Shohei Ohtani, for more than just his talent
1 year, 1 month ago

Column: The Dodgers must sign Shohei Ohtani, for more than just his talent

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani officially is a free agent and is expected to draw interest from the Dodgers and other teams. Ohtani is recovering from his second Tommy John operation and won’t be able to pitch next season, but he can also lead another transformation that is desperately required. “The teams, offensively, that are making it to the World Series,” Muncy said, …

Dodgers Dugout: The 25 greatest Dodgers of all time, No. 6: Don Drysdale
1 year, 2 months ago

Dodgers Dugout: The 25 greatest Dodgers of all time, No. 6: Don Drysdale

LA Times  

Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. After he hit you he’d come around, look at the bruise on your arm and say, ‘Do you want me to sign it?’” Drysdale himself talked about his rule for knocking down batters: “My own little rule was two for one. If one of my teammates got knocked down, then I …

$600 million? Shohei Ohtani is on track for the biggest contract in MLB history
1 year, 8 months ago

$600 million? Shohei Ohtani is on track for the biggest contract in MLB history

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani added another unprecedented bulletpoint to his resume Wednesday, becoming the first player in Major League Baseball history called for a pitch clock violation as both a pitcher and a batter in the Angels’ win over the Seattle Mariners. “He’s such a unicorn that I don’t know if he’s going to ever have anybody compared to him in all …

How Shohei Ohtani became baseball’s record $70-million man this year
1 year, 8 months ago

How Shohei Ohtani became baseball’s record $70-million man this year

LA Times  

Angels star Shohei Ohtani will make more than any other Major League Baseball player in 2023, according to Sportico. Shohei Ohtani might secure the richest contract in baseball history next winter, but his 2023 earnings will set a record for any baseball player in a single year. Ohtani is expected to receive an estimated $70 million this year, including $30 …

Dodgers, J.D. Martinez agree to 1-year, $10 million deal: Source
2 years ago

Dodgers, J.D. Martinez agree to 1-year, $10 million deal: Source

New York Times  

Martinez and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a one-year, $10 million deal Saturday, a major-league source confirmed to The Athletic. The Dodgers’ interest in Martinez goes back to last year’s trade deadline, with Los Angeles seeking a veteran bat to bolster their lineup depth. The former All-Star fits like a glove into a lineup that has lost Trea Turner …

Column: Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw has pitched a lot of innings. He doesn’t regret any of them
2 years, 9 months ago

Column: Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw has pitched a lot of innings. He doesn’t regret any of them

LA Times  

When the former team official reflects on his time with the Dodgers, he often thinks of the burdens they placed on Clayton Kershaw. “I don’t have any regrets of what I did, whether it be the short rest or the bullpens or the different things like that,” Kershaw said. I did what I think the team needed me to do.” …

Dodgers losing Max Scherzer, Corey Seager, stings playoff aims
3 years ago

Dodgers losing Max Scherzer, Corey Seager, stings playoff aims

LA Times  

The Dodgers lost two of their top players to free agency on Monday, with pitcher Max Scherzer, left, agreeing to a deal with the New York Mets and shortstop Corey Seager joining the Texas Rangers. The league still hasn’t disciplined Trevor Bauer for the sexual assault allegations made against him, meaning the Dodgers don’t know how much of his $32-million …

Will Trevor Bauer pitch again for Dodgers? Andrew Friedman has no answer for now
3 years, 1 month ago

Will Trevor Bauer pitch again for Dodgers? Andrew Friedman has no answer for now

LA Times  

Andrew Friedman has two major uncertainties hanging over him entering this offseason. “It’s no different than where we were in July, August and September,” Friedman said. The Los Angeles County district attorney’s office is still deciding whether to charge Bauer with any crimes while MLB’s investigation into the sexual assault allegations against him is also ongoing. The length of the …

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