Dodgers News: Kenley Jansen Endorses Yimi Garcia, Chris Hatcher, Et Al As Closers
In one of the biggest surprises of the offseason, the Los Angeles Dodgers had a deal in place with the Cincinnati Reds to trade for Aroldis Chapman, which would have put two of baseball's most dominant closers in one bullpen.…
Dodgers News: Jharel Cotton Confident He Can Adjust To Bullpen Role
While the likes of Cody Bellinger, Jose De Leon and Julio Urias are the headline-grabbing prospects participating in big league camp with the Los Angeles Dodgers this spring, the group of Minor Leaguers includes other intriguing names as well. It's…
Dodgers News: Alex Wood Intends To Be Part Of Starting Rotation
In need of starting pitching last season, the Los Angeles Dodgers opted against trading for an ace and instead acquired Mat Latos and Alex Wood as part of a 13-player trade with the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins. Latos was…
Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Doesn’t Favor Personal Catchers
When the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Yasmani Grandal as part of their haul in the trade that sent Matt Kemp to the San Diego Padres, it seemingly ended A.J. Ellis' three-year reign as the club's everyday starter behind the plate.…
Dodgers News: Yasiel Puig Runs Bases With Maury Wills Watching
Looking to put a turbulent offseason behind him, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig was among the several position players who reported early to Camelback Ranch for the start of Spring Training. Pitchers and catchers have been in camp since…
Dodgers News: Kenta Maeda Focused On Adjusting To Big League Routine
Spring Training is in full swing at Camelback Ranch for the Los Angeles Dodgers as pitchers and catchers reported on Friday, and several position players are already there working out. One of the Dodgers' biggest offseason signees, Japanese pitcher Kenta…
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred Nearing Decision On 2 Domestic Violence Cases
After overhauling their domestic violence policies, Major League Baseball is currently investigating three cases involving Colorado Rockies shortstop Jose Reyes, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig and New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman. The Dodgers reached an agreement with the…
Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Confident In Bullpen After Experienced Gained In 2015
Coming off another season in which they were hampered at times by an inconsistent bullpen, the Los Angeles Dodgers spent a portion of the winter attempting to solidify the bridge to Kenley Jansen. The Dodgers were spurned by free agents…
Dodgers News: Josh Byrnes Details Yaisel Sierra’s Pitch Mix
More than one month after reportedly agreeing to terms, the Los Angeles Dodgers officially announced the signing of Yaisel Sierra to a six-year contract on Sunday. The deal is worth a reported $30 million and represents the Dodgers' latest investment…
Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Says Hyun-Jin Ryu Is Behind Other Pitchers
While the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting rotation projects to have improved depth in 2016, two pitchers who factor into that are coming off respective season-ending surgeries. Brandon McCarthy, tabbed as the Dodgers' No. 4 starter last season, was lost May…
MLB News: Chicago White Sox Sign Jimmy Rollins To Minor League Contract
The Chicago White Sox signed Jimmy Rollins to a Minor-League contract with an non-roster invitation to spring training, the club announced Monday. After spending 15 seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies and one with the Los Angeles Dodgers, this marks Rollins'…
Dodgers News: Yaisel Sierra Contract Details
The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized their six-year, $30 million contract with Yaisel Sierra on Sunday, and the Cuban right-hander is expected to report to Camelback Ranch in the coming days. Sierra's contract surprised some National League officials, who didn't place…
