With Edman (ankle) out for start of season, how will LA manage 2B, CF?
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Dodgers had spent the offseason preparing for one of their key pieces to miss time to open the season, but manager Dave Roberts made it official on Monday: Utility man Tommy Edman will start the year on the injured list as he continues to recover from
In camp for Tommy John rehab, Phillips happy to be back with Dodgers
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Evan Phillips still has a long way to go on the road to recovery from Tommy John surgery, but he's glad to know that it ends at Dodger Stadium. The veteran righty reliever re-signed with the Dodgers on a one-year, $6.5 million contract a few days before
Sasaki looking to build off electric postseason for his sophomore year
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- If not for his final chapter of 2025, Roki Sasaki might be in a rather uncertain place this spring. Last year was shaping up to be a disappointing Major League rookie campaign for Sasaki until he returned from a right shoulder impingement for a dominant stint as
With World Series MVP on résumé, Yamamoto sets sights on Cy Young
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Coming off one of the best postseason performances in recent memory, capped by a World Series in which he earned MVP honors after being the pitcher of record in three of the Dodgers' four wins, Yoshinobu Yamamoto has already established himself among the greats in franchise history
With velo still down, Graterol looking iffy for Opening Day
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Righty reliever Brusdar Graterol will slow-play his ramp-up during Spring Training, manager Dave Roberts said Saturday, creating uncertainty around his availability for Opening Day. Graterol missed all of last year after undergoing right shoulder labrum surgery in November 2024. He remained a distant possibility to return in
Vesia immensely grateful for widespread support after loss of child
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Less than four months after suffering a heartbreaking loss, Alex Vesia put the unimaginable into words. Speaking on behalf of himself and his wife, Kayla, Vesia expressed his gratitude to the Dodgers and the baseball community for their support after the death of their newborn daughter, Sterling
Coming off rehab-free offseason, could Cy campaign be in Ohtani's sights?
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Coming off a season where he secured a second World Series ring and a fourth unanimous MVP Award, Shohei Ohtani was finally able to enjoy a rehab-free winter. Ohtani had to recover from a second major surgery on his right elbow after the 2023 season, a process
Dodgers bring loaded roster to Spring Training -- but questions as well
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Kiké Hernández announces he's back with Dodgers
On the eve of the Dodgers' first official spring workout, Kiké Hernández himself broke the news that many L.A. fans had been waiting to hear all offseason long: He's back for his 10th season in Dodger blue. Hernández signed a one-year, $4.5 million contract to return to the Dodgers on
Muncy, Dodgers agree to 1-year extension
LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers' longest-tenured player is locked up for at least an additional year. Third baseman Max Muncy signed a one-year extension worth a guaranteed $10 million with L.A. on Thursday morning. He will earn $7 million in 2027, and he has a club option worth $10 million
Dodgers bring back rehabbing reliever Phillips for '26
LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers re-signed righty reliever Evan Phillips to a one-year, $6.5 million contract on Wednesday. Catcher Ben Rortvedt, who had recently been claimed off waivers from the Reds, was designated for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster.
Will 'pen be strength for Dodgers in '26? Here's who's in the mix
LOS ANGELES -- As Spring Training nears, we'll take a look at how the Dodgers stack up around the diamond. We've covered catchers, infielders, outfielders and the rotation. Last but not least: the bullpen. The Dodgers' relief corps was much maligned in 2025, a weakness they needed to overcome in
Early Opening Day roster projection for back-to-back champs
LOS ANGELES -- After becoming the first team in a quarter century to repeat as World Series champions, the Dodgers have the opportunity to do something even more special this year.
Dodgers DFA left-hander Banda after re-claiming C Rortvedt
LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers parted ways with one fan favorite to make room for another, designating lefty reliever Anthony Banda for assignment and claiming catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Reds on Friday. Banda, 32, bounced around the Majors earlier in his career, making appearances for seven big
Dodgers flush with rotation options
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Dodgers Spring Training FAQ: Everything you need to know
LOS ANGELES -- Another year, another title defense. The Dodgers have a firsthand understanding of how difficult it is to repeat as World Series champions. Now that they have become Major League Baseball's first back-to-back champions in a quarter century, they have the opportunity to enter truly rarefied air by
Siani claimed off waivers by Dodgers again, Ibáñez designated for assignment
LOS ANGELES -- Three weeks after signing Andy Ibáñez to a Major League contract, the Dodgers designated the infielder for assignment in order to reclaim outfielder Michael Siani off waivers on Tuesday. Ibáñez signed a one-year, $1.2 million deal to join the Dodgers on Jan. 13 before being designated for
Landing Tucker a splash, but Dodgers' outfield still has questions
LOS ANGELES -- As Spring Training nears, we'll take a look at how the Dodgers stack up around the diamond. Last time, we covered catchers and infielders. Next up: the outfield. The Dodgers' outfield underwhelmed in 2025 and, as such, was a clear area for improvement this winter. As recently
Japan's baseball bond at heart of 'Homecoming: The Tokyo Series' doc
LOS ANGELES -- The poignancy of five Japanese ballplayers returning to their home country as Major League stars resonated with the baseball world last March. One year later, a new documentary goes deeper into the people and places that shaped them. "Homecoming: The Tokyo Series" premiered on Saturday night at
Snell taking it slow, hopes to be ready by Opening Day
LOS ANGELES -- For all the glory that comes with winning the final game on the Major League calendar, there's a physical toll that comes with making a deep postseason run. As they gear up for a three-peat bid, the Dodgers are prioritizing having their players at full strength when
Ohtani won't pitch in Classic, expects to be ready for regular season
LOS ANGELES -- Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will not pitch in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced on Saturday at DodgerFest. As he looks to help Samurai Japan defend its title, Ohtani will be used only as a hitter. While Ohtani won't pitch in the Classic,
Incumbents abound in Dodgers' 2026 infield
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Padres reach Minor League deal with veteran lefty Gonzales (source)
The Padres made another addition to their tenuous starting pitching depth by agreeing to a Minor League deal with veteran left-hander Marco Gonzales on Thursday, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. The club has not confirmed the deal, which includes an invitation to MLB Spring Training and will be worth
Olympics set to join Dodger Stadium's storied non-MLB legacy
As the third-oldest active ballpark in the Major Leagues, Dodger Stadium has seen plenty of baseball history since opening its doors in 1962. It's also been host to several other notable happenings in popular culture, sports-related or otherwise. One such event is coming up in the near future: Olympic baseball
In 2nd year at shortstop, can Mookie find superstar form?
LOS ANGELES -- This time last year, one of the biggest questions surrounding Mookie Betts was whether he would stick at shortstop following an offseason spent drilling the ins and outs of the position. Now that he's there to stay for the Dodgers, the question is whether his work this