News Analysis: ‘We need them.’ Why it’s crucial for Dodgers to find ‘spark’ from bottom half of lineup
6 months, 3 weeks ago

News Analysis: ‘We need them.’ Why it’s crucial for Dodgers to find ‘spark’ from bottom half of lineup

LA Times  

Andy Pages hit an RBI single during Wednesday’s win over the Mets as the bottom of the lineup showed signs of life for the Dodgers. “It felt a lot like last year’s playoffs,” infielder Miguel Rojas said, “when we couldn’t get it going.” Rojas was referring to the team’s recent offensive slump, a two-week malaise in which the Dodgers averaged just 3.5 runs per game while losing nine of 16 and five in a row — their longest losing streak in the last five years. Yet, as Rojas noted pointedly, the skid brought back memories of last year’s National League Division Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, when the offense disappeared in a three-game sweep. Wednesday was one of the best games the Dodgers’ bottom half put together all year, highlighted by four hits from Rojas, a home run from Vargas and two-hit efforts from Heyward and Kiké Hernández. “But today, you can see when they’re taking productive at-bats, getting hits, taking walks, good things happen.” Still, that was just one strong game, one bounce-back series.

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The Sports Report: Dodgers have work to do but say they’ve gotten stronger
1 week, 4 days ago

The Sports Report: Dodgers have work to do but say they’ve gotten stronger

LA Times  

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and the team’s executives left winter meetings content they had made some key moves and improved. On Thursday night, the Rams play the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium, the first of three games against NFC West opponents remaining on the Rams’ schedule. Continue reading here Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, prediction and …

More big moves could beckon, but Dodgers end winter meetings feeling ‘we’ve gotten better’
1 week, 5 days ago

More big moves could beckon, but Dodgers end winter meetings feeling ‘we’ve gotten better’

LA Times  

“I feel like we’ve made some moves that have set a real strong foundation for a successful team,” Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes, above during DodgerFest in February, said this week at baseball’s winter meetings. In a high-priced offseason that has featured several big-market clubs bolstering their rosters — or at least make lucrative bids in an attempt to do …

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, …

‘Run it back.’ Will Dodgers keep roster core together for World Series defense?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Run it back.’ Will Dodgers keep roster core together for World Series defense?

LA Times  

Dodgers infielder Kiké Hernández offers a gesture of support to pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto as he finishes his start in Game 2 of the World Series. Before most of the Dodgers front office had arrived in San Antonio on Monday for Major League Baseball’s annual general managers meetings, pressure already was being applied on Andrew Friedman and Co. Less than a …

Letters to Sports: Hold off on those Dodgers predictions and celebration
2 months ago

Letters to Sports: Hold off on those Dodgers predictions and celebration

LA Times  

Before Game 5 of the NLCS, The Times’ Bill Shaikin quoted Dave Roberts as saying, “there’s a sense of urgency.” It does not appear that Roberts’ Rules were followed, as the Dodgers’ brain trust allowed Jack Flaherty to give up eight runs in only three innings. Yes, the Dodgers’ starting pitching staff has been decimated, but the relievers have been …

Dodgers are a lock to finish off Mets and advance to World Series
2 months ago

Dodgers are a lock to finish off Mets and advance to World Series

LA Times  

In the heart of election season, Los Angeles’ favorite candidate fittingly just pushed their opponent past the breaking point. Coming soon, the World Series beckons, whether it is clinched Friday night here in Game 5 or next week at Dodger Stadium, it’s happening, the Dodgers are winning one more game against a Mets team that has quit. “I’d like us …

Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas expects to play in NLCS vs. Mets
2 months, 1 week ago

Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas expects to play in NLCS vs. Mets

LA Times  

Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas said he will “be ready to go” for Game 1 of the National League Championship Series against the New York Mets on Sunday after missing the final two games of the division series against the San Diego Padres because of a left-thigh strain that he aggravated in Game 3. “I didn’t take another injection because I …

Nine concerns the Dodgers should have about facing the Mets in the NLCS
2 months, 1 week ago

Nine concerns the Dodgers should have about facing the Mets in the NLCS

LA Times  

In the postgame clubhouse following Game 5 of the National League Division Series, the expletives flowed as freely as showers of beer and champagne. What’s different about this year’s Dodgers team, Game 5 hero Kiké Hernández was asked during a postgame Fox television interview out on the field. Dodgers Dodgers vanquish recent postseason frustrations in NLDS Game 5 win over …

Dodgers’ starting pitching plan for NLCS vs. Mets remains a work in progress
2 months, 1 week ago

Dodgers’ starting pitching plan for NLCS vs. Mets remains a work in progress

LA Times  

The players’ voices were still hoarse. Dodgers Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas expects to play in NLCS vs. Mets Although he missed two games in the NLDS after he sustained a left-adductor strain, Miguel Rojas said he will ‘be ready to go’ in Game 1 on Sunday. Top left-handed reliever Alex Vesia is “highly unlikely” to be on the NLCS roster, …

Dodgers' starting pitching woes could lead to another NLDS loss
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dodgers' starting pitching woes could lead to another NLDS loss

LA Times  

Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler walks off the field during a game against the Angels in September. The Dodgers’ starting rotation is in a precarious spot heading into the National League Division Series. The Dodgers will start Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the opening game of their National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres on Saturday but not necessarily because they …

After recent October scuffles, Dodgers aim to be ‘the ones attacking’ opposing pitchers
2 months, 2 weeks ago

After recent October scuffles, Dodgers aim to be ‘the ones attacking’ opposing pitchers

LA Times  

Four times last year, the Dodgers saw Arizona Diamondbacks starter Merrill Kelly in the regular season. “They’re basically playing a chess match.” Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts strikes out to lead off the first inning of Game 4 of the 2022 NLDS. “I think across the league and industry, we’ve seen an uptick.” Still, as one rival evaluator noted of …

Dodgers vs. Padres 2024 NLDS preview: Predictions, pitching matchups and more
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dodgers vs. Padres 2024 NLDS preview: Predictions, pitching matchups and more

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres renew their rivalry in a highly anticipated National League Division Series matchup. You’d take Dylan Cease in any matchup, and while Yoshinobu Yamamoto might be favored over Michael King, it would be close, and the Padres would have clear advantages over the rest of the Dodgers’ rotation. — Ardaya GO DEEPER The …

Dodgers’ growing offensive struggles have a familiar feel in loss to Cubs
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dodgers’ growing offensive struggles have a familiar feel in loss to Cubs

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani puts his hands up in front of Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson after reaching second base on a fielding error during the Dodgers’ 10-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Monday night at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers, meanwhile, didn’t score their first run until the fifth and squandered multiple opportunities to get back in the game — despite …

Jack Flaherty proving a reliable force for Dodgers amid rash of pitching injuries
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jack Flaherty proving a reliable force for Dodgers amid rash of pitching injuries

LA Times  

Dodgers starting pitcher Jack Flaherty, center, throws out Cleveland’s Josh Naylor at first as catcher Will Smith, left, watches during the seventh inning of the Dodgers’ 4-0 victory Sunday at Dodger Stadium. “And today it was a pitching clinic.” It’s worth remembering: The Dodgers were mere minutes away from missing on Flaherty six weeks ago. “When you get different elements …

News Analysis: ‘Not ideal.’ As Dodgers wait on pitching reinforcements, October questions still linger
4 months ago

News Analysis: ‘Not ideal.’ As Dodgers wait on pitching reinforcements, October questions still linger

LA Times  

Tyler Glasnow returned to the injured list with elbow tendinitis last weekend, and the right-hander had yet to resume throwing as of Wednesday. “Short answer,” Roberts said when asked if the Dodgers are still facing “too many” variables on the mound long-term, “yes.” At the moment, the two primary linchpins are Tyler Glasnow and Yoshinobu Yamamoto — the almost half-billion-dollar …

Dodgers face ‘sense of urgency and competition’ with roster for the rest of the season
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Dodgers face ‘sense of urgency and competition’ with roster for the rest of the season

LA Times  

Manager Dave Roberts and the Dodgers will have some decisions to make with the roster as players return from the injured list and trade-deadline acquisitions play. “There should be a sense of urgency and competition,” Roberts said Sunday, adding: “We’ve got more guys coming than we have spots.” Most position groups figure to apply. “At some point, the rubber meets …

Letters to Sports: Dodgers should stop buying stars and start growing them
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Letters to Sports: Dodgers should stop buying stars and start growing them

LA Times  

People seem to forget that Sandy Koufax was a less than.500 pitcher, going 36-40 from 1955 to 1960. River Ryan, Justin Wrobkeski and Bobby Miller may one day form a dominant nucleus of the Dodger rotation. The whole emphasis on “win now” has produced only four Rookie of Year awards in the last 29 years despite a highly rated farm …

Even with Jack Flaherty, the Dodgers still have significant problems
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Even with Jack Flaherty, the Dodgers still have significant problems

LA Times  

Corbin Burnes is just one player the Dodgers might have acquired if they had been aggressive pursuing trades earlier. President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman once famously said, “If you’re rational about every free agent, you will finish third on every free agent.” The same applies to trades. The one player who could have transformed the team’s outlook on his …

Dodgers don’t look much different in walk-off loss to Padres
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers don’t look much different in walk-off loss to Padres

LA Times  

San Diego’s Luis Arraez scores ahead of the throw to Dodgers catcher Will Smith in the fourth inning. Amid several weeks of blown leads and other close calls from the Dodgers’ overworked bullpen, the team squandered another late advantage in its series opener at Petco Park, when right-hander Blake Treinen gave up two solo home runs that tied the score …

Who are the Dodgers’ most logical trade partners as deadline nears?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Who are the Dodgers’ most logical trade partners as deadline nears?

LA Times  

On the eve of MLB’s annual trade deadline, the Dodgers are akin to a rich shopper at a flea market. They have plenty of prospect capital in their highly-touted farm system to entice teams with, plenty of needs to fill out their talented but flawed first-place roster, yet few obvious places to look in a deadline season featuring few clear …

Dodgers avoid sweep against Astros, then continue to wait for trade-deadline action
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers avoid sweep against Astros, then continue to wait for trade-deadline action

LA Times  

The Dodgers’ Gavin Lux, right, celebrates with Teoscar Hernández after hitting a two-run home run against the Astros during the sixth inning Sunday. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday there are many “paths” the team could take leading to Tuesday’s trade deadline. We’re just looking to get better.” But when the team crossed the 48-hour threshold for the deadline on …

Dodgers bullpen again falters in walk-off loss to the Astros
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers bullpen again falters in walk-off loss to the Astros

LA Times  

Astros third baseman Alex Bregman celebrates after hitting a walk-off home run against the Dodgers on Saturday night in Houston. The Dodgers’ latest concern: a suddenly shaky late-game bullpen, one that cost them dearly in a 7-6 walk-off loss to the Houston Astros on Saturday. “We haven’t been that right now.” Before the sixth inning, Saturday was shaping up to …

Letters to Sports: Give Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernández his due
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Letters to Sports: Give Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernández his due

LA Times  

Let me get this straight. In last Saturday’s Times, Chuck Schilken wrote a story on Teoscar Hernández rightfully noting “the outfielder has been representing Los Angeles in tremendous fashion after signing a one-year, $23.5-million deal from the Dodgers.” The following day Bill Plaschke — writing about the last offseason — stated “with the notable exception of Shohei Ohtani, the front …

How trade deadline dynamics have complicated the Dodgers’ pursuit of Garrett Crochet
4 months, 3 weeks ago

How trade deadline dynamics have complicated the Dodgers’ pursuit of Garrett Crochet

LA Times  

Garrett Crochet believes he could pitch through October. “With the way my body’s been feeling and responding to the five-day routine,” the Chicago White Sox ace — and top trade deadline target — said at this month’s All-Star Game, “I think that anything’s possible.” But whether he gets the chance, with the Dodgers or any other contending club, seemingly grows …

How Shohei Ohtani could snap Dodgers out of trade deadline paralysis
4 months, 4 weeks ago

How Shohei Ohtani could snap Dodgers out of trade deadline paralysis

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani has had plenty to celebrate in his first season with the Dodgers, and manager Dave Roberts said he could emerge as a clubhouse leader. Not only is Ohtani from a country in which chains of command are rarely, if ever, subverted — it’s unheard of for players to make demands of management in Nippon Professional Baseball — but …

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 …

After sweep by Phillies, Dodgers fall to .500 over last 44 games
5 months, 1 week ago

After sweep by Phillies, Dodgers fall to .500 over last 44 games

LA Times  

For the better part of almost two months, the Dodgers have been a.500 team. “If you had told us in spring training that we would be where we’re at with the depth of our starting pitching, I would have doubted it,” manager Dave Roberts sighed before Thursday’s game. And while rookies Gavin Stone and Landon Knack — who gave up …

Dodgers deadline plans: How a top-heavy lineup could be bolstered this month
5 months, 1 week ago

Dodgers deadline plans: How a top-heavy lineup could be bolstered this month

LA Times  

Almost every day, the top half of the Dodgers batting order looks exactly the same. However, with the league’s July 30 trade deadline less than three weeks away, the bottom half of the Dodgers’ lineup continues to generate concern — and has emerged as a source of speculation surrounding the team’s potential deadline plans. “The organization,” manager Dave Roberts said …

‘Occupational hazard’: Why pitching injuries have put the Dodgers in a trade deadline jam again
5 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Occupational hazard’: Why pitching injuries have put the Dodgers in a trade deadline jam again

LA Times  

It took just three days last month for the Dodgers pitching staff to be thrown in flux. The first question has haunted the Dodgers in recent seasons, the team at the forefront of the sport’s growing epidemic of pitching injuries. Over the last five years, they’ve had seven pitchers undergo Tommy John surgery, a total that ranks in the top …

Even with reduced playing time, Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas has become more valuable than ever
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Even with reduced playing time, Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas has become more valuable than ever

LA Times  

The defensive contributions of Miguel Rojas have been notable considering how little he has played this season, the Dodgers utility man accumulating two defensive runs saved in just 62 innings at second base and one defensive run saved in just 118 innings at shortstop, according to Fangraphs. Much of Rojas’ early work is with Betts, the six-time Gold Glove Award-winning …

Dodgers drop series to Mets as their nightmarish homestand continues
8 months ago

Dodgers drop series to Mets as their nightmarish homestand continues

LA Times  

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani reacts to a pitch inside during the second inning of the Dodgers’ 6-4 loss to the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium. “I think he just kind of felt and got to the point where he got into compete mode,” Roberts said of Freeman, who had been changing up his pregame routine this week — most …

For Dodgers, ‘World Series or bust’ carries richer meaning — and consequences
8 months, 4 weeks ago

For Dodgers, ‘World Series or bust’ carries richer meaning — and consequences

LA Times  

They have three former most valuable players at the top of their lineup. “If the Dodgers don’t win the World Series,” manager Dave Roberts said, “I think we’d all feel we’ve failed accomplishing our goal.” This is nothing new to Roberts and his team. Shohei Ohtani bats against the San Diego Padres during the Dodgers’ season opener in South Korea …

As spring training opens, Andrew Friedman hopes Dodgers do more than ‘win the offseason’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

As spring training opens, Andrew Friedman hopes Dodgers do more than ‘win the offseason’

LA Times  

The Dodgers haven’t been afraid of concocting “crazy ideas” in past offseasons, as president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman described them. That’s why, in his first meeting with the media Friday afternoon in a lobby at the team’s Camelback Ranch facility, Friedman spent the better part of 15 minutes fielding questions about each — embracing in the process both the …

Dodgers’ offseason paths hinge on pursuits of Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto
1 year ago

Dodgers’ offseason paths hinge on pursuits of Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Andrew Friedman wanted to make his point, but the conference room didn’t have what he was looking for. “It’s hard to without a visual,” the Dodgers president of baseball operations said as he stepped around questions about his club’s activity ahead of the annual Winter Meetings in Nashville. Their paths toward Ohtani and Yamamoto did not prevent …

Dodgers signal urgency for pitching at GM meetings, hope for Clayton Kershaw’s return
1 year, 1 month ago

Dodgers signal urgency for pitching at GM meetings, hope for Clayton Kershaw’s return

LA Times  

Blake Snell could be a potential target for the Dodgers as they try to upgrade their starting pitching. After leading the majors in rotation ERA each of the previous four years, the Dodgers slipped to 20th in that category with a 4.57 ERA in the regular season, then watched their starting pitching implode in a three-game sweep against the Arizona …

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 …

Dodgers offseason primer: Ohtani sweepstakes, pitching needs and other storylines to follow
1 year, 1 month ago

Dodgers offseason primer: Ohtani sweepstakes, pitching needs and other storylines to follow

LA Times  

The Dodgers would love for Mookie Betts, right, and Shohei Ohtani, shaking hands during a July 7 game, to be teammates next season. And the process is expected to unfold quick enough that — sign Ohtani or not — it shouldn’t significantly affect the rest of the Dodgers’ offseason tasks. If Ohtani simply chooses the biggest offer, it’s possible other …

Dynasty derailed: Inside the October issues keeping the Dodgers from another World Series
1 year, 2 months ago

Dynasty derailed: Inside the October issues keeping the Dodgers from another World Series

LA Times  

Wearing a plaid sports coat and self-assured grin, Andrew Friedman ascended the Dodger Stadium podium in February 2021 like a conquering hero, the reigning monarch of a Dodger-blue empire that finally captured baseball’s throne. “It’s amazing how it just fell apart on them.” The Dodgers haven’t had bad pitching staffs the last three years. “Then they flip the script when …

Letters to Sports: Forget about the Dodgers! Wait, when will Shohei Ohtani sign?
1 year, 2 months ago

Letters to Sports: Forget about the Dodgers! Wait, when will Shohei Ohtani sign?

LA Times  

I swear, I’m done. And the final straw came when Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman said they’re “at a loss” to explain the sweep by the Diamondbacks. Jim O’Fallon Ocean Beach :: Dave Roberts has proven himself to be a competent manager during the season, and having an excellent relief corps certainly doesn’t hurt. But based upon his record in …

Entering a critical offseason, Dodgers seek answers to their postseason dilemma
1 year, 2 months ago

Entering a critical offseason, Dodgers seek answers to their postseason dilemma

LA Times  

The Dodgers’ Mookie Betts walks away from the plate after striking out during Game 3 of the National League Division Series against the Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Wednesday. In the regular season, his team had won 100 games for a third consecutive year, claimed its 10th National League West division title in the last 11 seasons and earned a …

Dodgers collapsing again in playoffs? You better believe it
1 year, 2 months ago

Dodgers collapsing again in playoffs? You better believe it

LA Times  

Dodgers shortstop Kiké Hernández reacts after failing to throw out a runner at first base in the ninth inning of a 4-2 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 2 of the NLDS at Dodger Stadium on Monday. VIDEO | 01:35 Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman and Bobby Miller talk about losing NLDS Game 2 “It’s two games, but our backs …

‘Bring something special’: Can the Dodgers’ new-look culture carry them for postseason run?
1 year, 3 months ago

‘Bring something special’: Can the Dodgers’ new-look culture carry them for postseason run?

LA Times  

The Dodgers knew they were struggling. “Every year is different, but for me, this is the most fun I’ve had managing,” manager Dave Roberts said during the team’s boozed-soaked clubhouse celebration Saturday night in Seattle, praising a team full of promising rookies, resurgent veterans and superstar talents who have formed a magnetic, close-knit bond. “Obviously, we’re gonna be a little …

Letters to Sports: Singing Dodgers blues over pitching woes
1 year, 3 months ago

Letters to Sports: Singing Dodgers blues over pitching woes

LA Times  

Dylan Hernandez’s smug, snarky commentary regarding the Dodgers’ playoff prospects given their current starting pitching made for tiresome reading to say the least. Just a day after announcing their new policy, the networks announced their new deal with the NBA, which included each team’s “stars” playing basically every game. James Mayorkas Los Angeles :: I happen to have Prime Video …

As Dodgers pull away in standings, postseason pitching decisions start to take priority
1 year, 3 months ago

As Dodgers pull away in standings, postseason pitching decisions start to take priority

LA Times  

Clayton Kershaw, pitching against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday, will again be counted on to anchor the Dodgers’ rotation in the playoffs. When Dodgers manager Dave Roberts informed Ryan Brasier he’d get consecutive days off from pitching last week, the veteran reliever reacted with surprise. “And we’ll see how it plays out.” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts takes the ball from …

Dodgers need another reliable starter to win in postseason
1 year, 4 months ago

Dodgers need another reliable starter to win in postseason

LA Times  

It’s been an uneven season for Dodgers starter Julio Urías, shown against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, but he has won his last three starts. “I think the talks that we’re slowly starting to have is how best to take them down.” Rather than simplify their lives by signing a frontline pitcher in the winter, or trading for one in …

‘It just didn’t work out’: Inside the Dodgers’ failed pursuit of a trade deadline splash
1 year, 4 months ago

‘It just didn’t work out’: Inside the Dodgers’ failed pursuit of a trade deadline splash

LA Times  

At the start of trade deadline week, Andrew Friedman offered up a promise. “ to really focus on more of the high-end, top end of the market,” Friedman said of the Dodgers’ efforts in the final days before Tuesday’s cutoff. “Having those in the bank … we were able to spend our efforts and energy that way.” In the end, …

The Dodgers have made it clear they aren't chasing a title
1 year, 4 months ago

The Dodgers have made it clear they aren't chasing a title

LA Times  

Surprised by the Dodgers’ failure to land a front-line starter? VIDEO | 03:00 Dodgers president Andrew Friedman talks trade deadline His major additions in recent days were more players with similar descriptions, such as Kiké Hernández and Lance Lynn. The Dodgers aren’t a team that would trade for a pitcher like Verlander or Cease under such circumstances. Last year, they …

Plaschke: Trade deadline debacle! Dodgers, Andrew Friedman fail to improve starting pitching
1 year, 4 months ago

Plaschke: Trade deadline debacle! Dodgers, Andrew Friedman fail to improve starting pitching

LA Times  

The way baseball’s trade deadline played out Tuesday, one might confuse Andrew Friedman for a Dodgers’ starting pitcher. The Dodgers, one standout starting pitcher from being a World Series favorite, didn’t get that starting pitcher. Needing a starting pitcher last summer to bolster a sagging rotation, the Dodgers didn’t deal for the likes of Luis Castillo and Frankie Montas and …

MLB trade deadline tracker: All the moves by the Dodgers, Angels and everyone else
1 year, 4 months ago

MLB trade deadline tracker: All the moves by the Dodgers, Angels and everyone else

LA Times  

The trade deadline has come and gone, and the Dodgers whiffed on two high-profile pitchers, getting outbid for right-hander Justin Verlander and having left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez block a trade to Los Angeles. Yankees acquire Keynan Middleton RHP from the White Sox for Juan Carela RHP The Yankees didn’t do much except bring in former Angels reliever Middleton for hard-throwing Dominican …

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