Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Confident In Kenta Maeda Amid Elbow Concern
Given how the Los Angeles Dodgers offseason has gone, it was fitting Kenta Maeda's eight-year contract wasn't made official without whispers of concern over his physical. Maeda confirmed during Thursday's introductory press conference "irregularities" popped up in a physical, though…
Dodgers Rumors: Hisashi Iwakuma, Kenta Maeda Hoped To Be Teammates
After multiple setbacks over several weeks, the Los Angeles Dodgers at last addressed their need for starting pitching in the form of Scott Kazmir and Kenta Maeda. Kazmir signed a three-year, $48 million contract in late December, while Maeda's eight-year,…
Dodgers News: Kenta Maeda Confirms ‘Irregularities’ Found In Physical
After weeks of the Los Angeles Dodgers failing to sign or trade for a starting pitcher, they addressed their needs on back-to-back days in late December. The club announced the signing of Scott Kazmir to a three-year deal on Dec.…
Mike Piazza Doesn’t Have ‘Animosity’ Toward Dodgers, But Will Wear Mets Cap In Hall Of Fame
Along with Ken Griffey Jr., Mike Piazza was elected to the Hall of Fame on Wednesday. Selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 62nd round of the 1988 draft, Piazza is the lowest-drafted player elected to the Hall of…
Dodgers News: Kenta Maeda Officially Signs 8-Year Contract
One week after reportedly agreeing to terms, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced the signing of Japanese right-hander Kenta Maeda to an eight-year contract on Thursday. Infielder Ronald Torreyes was designated for assignment to clear room for Maeda on the Dodgers'…
Ken Griffey Jr. And Mike Piazza Elected To Baseball Hall Of Fame
Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Piazza were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame as part of the 2016 class on Wednesday. Griffey, who was eligible for the first time in his career, set a record by appearing on 99.32…
Dodgers News: Brandon Beachy Signs 1-Year Contract
UPDATE (Jan. 6, 10:00 a.m. PT): The Los Angeles Dodgers officially announced the signing of Brandon Beachy to a one-year contract. Left-handed pitcher Tyler Olson was designated for assignment to clear room for Beachy on the 40-man roster. Olson was…
Dodgers Video: Clayton Kershaw, A.J. Ellis Attend Cowboys-Packers Game At Lambeau Field
Over the past few seasons some Los Angeles Dodgers teammates have broken into pairs to participate in a fantasy football league. Last season close friends A.J. Ellis and Clayton Kershaw formed the 'Kershellis' team. While the two have a strong…
Dodgers Rumors: Kenta Maeda’s Contract Can Exceed $100 Million
One day after signing Scott Kazmir to a three-year, $48 million contract, the Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly agreed to terms with Kenta Maeda. The Japanese native was posted by the Hiroshima Carp in December for the maximum $20 million fee.…
Dodgers Rumors: Alex Anthopoulos To Join Front Office
For as much as the Los Angeles Dodgers have worked to put a competitive and well-rounded team together, they've seemingly aimed to do the same in the front office. Beginning with the Guggenheim group's purchase of the Dodgers, team president…
Dodgers Rumors: Kenta Maeda’s Agreement Delayed Due To Elbow Concern
After weeks of a grueling and frustrating offseason with little to show for roster improvement, the Los Angeles Dodgers appeared to add starting pitchers to their rotation on back-to-back days. First was the club announcing the signing of Scott Kazmir…
MLB Rumors: Diamondbacks, Howie Kendrick Engaged In Ongoing Discussions
Despite several of the marquee starting pitchers already signed to new contracts, the free-agent market has continued to progress slowly for position players. Yoenis Cespedes, Alex Gordon, Howie Kendrick and Justin Upton are among the position players still available as…
