Dodgers News: Kenta Maeda Contract Details
After going through a portion of the offseason without a prominent pitching acquisition, the Los Angeles Dodgers quickly moved to sign three pitchers. Along with re-signing Brandon Beachy for depth purposes, the club added Scott Kazmir and Kenta Maeda within…
Dodgers News: Brandon Beachy Contract Details
Along with Scott Kazmir and Kenta Maeda, the Los Angeles Dodgers recently announced the signing of 29-year-old Brandon Beachy to a one-year, $1.5 million contract that includes incentives. When the Dodgers signed Beachy to a one-year deal prior to last…
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 News: Scott Kazmir Reflects On Journey Back To Majors
The Los Angeles Dodgers may not have re-signed Zack Greinke or signed any of the marquee free-agent starting pitchers that were once available, but they've managed to round out their rotation with cost-effective and quality additions in Scott Kazmir and…
Dodgers News: Kenta Maeda’s Shares Goals For 2016
On Thursday the Los Angeles Dodgers announced the signing of Japanese pitcher Kenta Maeda to an eight-year deal that is heavily incentive-based. The deal guarantees Maeda $25 million over the eight-year span, and he reportedly can earn as more than…
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'…
Scott Kazmir Would Be ‘Honored’ To Finish Career With Dodgers
For many players in Major League Baseball, the game is all about adjustments. As a pitcher enters the latter stage of their career, they must adjust their game to compensate for lost velocity, hitters need to atone for a slower…
Dodgers News: Rick Honeycutt’s Impact Not Lost On Brett Anderson And Clayton Kershaw
Throughout the managerial tenures of Grady Little, Joe Torre, Don Mattingly, and now Dave Roberts, not much has remained the same in the historic franchise of the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, one shining model of consistency is found in pitching…
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…
