Dodgers News: Magic Johnson Comfortable With Role In Managerial Search
The Guggenheim Baseball Management group that eventually purchased the Los Angeles Dodgers from embattled owner Frank McCourt received a significant boost in December 2011 when former Lakers point guard Magic Johnson joined aligned with them. A beloved figure throughout Los…
Dodgers Rumors: L.A. Remains Interested In Chase Utley
After one season with Howie Kendrick, the Los Angeles Dodgers must fill a need at second base as the 32 year old became a free agent and declined the club's one-year, $15.8 million qualifying offer. Kendrick reportedly is seeking a…
Dodgers Rumors: L.A. ‘Reluctant’ To Guarantee Zack Greinke 6th Year In Contract
By most accounts free agent Zack Greinke is expected to choose between signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers or rival San Francisco Giants. Already positioned for a lucrative long-term deal heading into free agency, Greinke's expectations for a new contract…
Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Not Feeling Pressure, Embraces World-Series Goal
After mutually agreeing to part ways with Don Mattingly on Oct. 22, the Los Angeles Dodgers hired rookie manager Dave Roberts. He inherits a team that's made three consecutive trips to the postseason, but never advanced to the World Series…
Dodgers News: Alanna Rizzo To Be Honored By HOPE For Leadership In Latina Community
Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Alanna Rizzo is being honored by Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) on Thursday evening. Rizzo will receive the organization's "HOPE Rising" award for her leadership and innovation in her field while representing the Latina community.…
Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Open To Incorporating Advanced Stats
Coming off another first-round postseason exit, the Los Angeles Dodgers took the first step toward further refining the organization by hiring Dave Roberts as manager. Roberts, the first minority manager in franchise history, takes the reins amid expectations to win…
Dodgers Tender Contract To Justin Turner, 5 Others; Lisalverto Bonilla And Juan Nicasio Non-Tendered
The Los Angeles Dodgers tendered contracts to Luis Avilan, Yasmani Grandal, Chris Hatcher, Kenley Jansen, Justin Turner and Scott Van Slyke ahead of Wednesday's 9 p.m. PT deadline to do so for arbitration-eligible players. Lisalverto Bonilla and Juan Nicasio were…
Mark McGwire Named San Diego Padres Bench Coach
Former Los Angeles Dodgers hitting coach Mark McGwire has officially been named the San Diego Padres bench coach, the club announced on Wednesday. The Padres also announced the rest of manager Andy Green's coaching staff for the 2016 season. Returning…
Dodgers Rumors: L.A. Among Teams Interested In Ben Zobrist
With Zack Greinke still mulling over his free-agent options, plenty of attention has been given to the Los Angeles Dodgers' interest in re-signing the 32 year old. While the Dodgers certainly appear to be involved in the Greinke sweepstakes, their…
Dodgers Rumors: Zack Greinke To Receive 6-Year, $210 Million Contract Offer
The chase for Zack Greinke appears to have quickly reached the final stages with David Price coming off the market on Tuesday. Price's seven-year, $217 million agreement with the Boston Red Sox -- the richest contract given to a starting…
Dodgers Rumors: Turner Ward Joining Dave Roberts’ Staff As Hitting Coach
After joining Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts on stage for Roberts' introductory press conference, Friedman held court with several members of the media. Among the topics he was questioned on was the Dodgers' coaching staff and when hires would…
Dodgers News: A.J. Ellis Signs To Avoid Arbitration
The Los Angeles Dodgers and A.J. Ellis avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract, the club announced Wednesday. Ellis is expected to earn $4.5 million next season. On Tuesday the Dodgers avoided arbitration with Joe Wieland. Both agreements came…
