Download our Free Mobile App!
Faster with Fewer Ads

Get App
Dodger Blue
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
    • 2026 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact

Download our Free Mobile App!
Faster with Fewer Ads

Get App
Dodger Blue
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
    • 2026 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
  • Dodgers News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
  • Team
  • Video
  • Odds
  • About
Search
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
    • 2026 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Follow US
© 2024 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Dodger Blue > Rumors > Dodgers Trade Deadline: Harrison Bader Interest Increasing
Rumors

Dodgers Trade Deadline: Harrison Bader Interest Increasing

Sebastian Abdón Ibarra
July 29, 2025
3 Min Read
SHARE

The Los Angeles Dodgers went into the 2025 season with a hope they would not need to make significant moves at the trade deadline after an extremely busy offseason.

But that isn’t the reality they face as they approach Thursday’s deadline. A collective drop off in performance this past month has made it clear the bullpen needs an infusion due to ongoing struggles, the loss of Evan Phillips to Tommy John surgery and uncertainty surrounding Brusdar Graterol’s availability later in the year.

The Dodgers’ offense has also been stagnant as of late, while their outfield defense remains an issue.

Both are areas of need to varying degrees and could be addressed via a trade before the deadline. Dodgers manager Roberts has previously expressed confidence in the lineup to turn things around, which would make acquiring a bat less of a priority.

However, the Dodgers’ connection to Minnesota Twins outfielder Harrison Bader has been rumored to be picking up steam recently, according to Jack Harris of the L.A. Times:

That’s why it came as no surprise to see the Dodgers’ interest in someone like Harrison Bader intensify this week, as a person with knowledge of the situation but not authorized to speak publicly confirmed.

Bader would instantly upgrade the Dodgers’ outfield defense, while still providing good offensive production with his 118 wRC+ this season. It is hard to imagine a scenario where Bader takes significant playing time away from Teoscar Hernández after the Dodgers just signed him to a three-year, $66 million contract.

Thus, Bader would most likely replace Conforto in left field, who, despite his recent improvement at the plate, has been just as much of a defensive liability as Hernández.

Dodgers linked to multiple Twins players

The Dodgers could look to address multiple needs in one fell swoop with the Twins, as they have also been linked to top relievers Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax.

A package consisting of Bader and Jax is more feasible than one including Duran, but would still come with an expensive price tag. Depending on how the reliever market is set and how much Minnesota values Jax, a trade for the pair of Twins isn’t out of the realm of possibility.

Although, it is more likely that the Dodgers explore cheaper alternatives for relievers before considering this type of deal.

Have you subscribed to the Dodger Blue YouTube channel? Be sure to ring the notification bell to watch player interviews, participate in shows and giveaways, and stay up to date on all Dodgers news and rumors!

Total
0
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Share 0
TAGGED:Harrison BaderLos Angeles DodgersMinnesota Twins
BySebastian Abdón Ibarra
Sebastian Ibarra covers the Las Vegas Raiders as a staff writer for Raiders Newswire. He previously worked as a Marketing/Communications intern for the Ontario Jr Reign, and a staff writer and two time Editor for the Campus Times at the University of La Verne. Sebastian graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2022 from ULV with a major in Communications. His love of sports stems from his baseball career starting at tee-ball and ending his senior year at Servite High School. He enjoys video games and DC comics in his spare time. Follow him on Twitter: @sebas_abdon.
Ad imageAd image
Sign Up for Our Newsletter
Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

You Might Also Like

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner hits an RBI single against the Colorado Rockies
Dodgers News

Dodgers Injury News: Justin Turner (Back Tightness) Reaffirms Availability For Start Of 2019 NLDS

October 1, 2019
October 1, 2019
Los Angeles Dodgers teammates Max Muncy and Alex Verdugo celebrate
Dodgers News

Dodgers News: Alex Verdugo ‘Fired Up’ By Altercation Between Max Muncy & Giants’ Madison Bumgarner

June 13, 2019
June 13, 2019
Ryan Brasier
FeaturedRumors

Ryan Brasier Rumors: Dodgers Among Six Teams Interested

January 7, 2024
January 7, 2024
Walker Buehler, 2022 NLDS
FeaturedVideo

2022 Dodgers NLDS Video: Walker Buehler Throws Out First Pitch At Dodger Stadium

October 13, 2022
October 13, 2022

Categories

  • News
  • Rumors
  • Games
  • History

Information

  • Advertise
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

© 2025 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?

  • 日本語
  • 한국어