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…
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…
Kenta Maeda Is A Perfect Fit For Historically Multicultural Dodgers
PAGES: 1 | 2 The Los Angeles Dodgers officially signed and introduced Japanese native Kenta Maeda on Thursday, one week after reportedly agreeing to an eight-year contract. Although Maeda confirmed there were "irregularities" with his physical, the 27-year-old right-hander will…
