Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon will undergo hip surgery, an operation that will sideline him for a long period, general manager Perry Minasian told reporters on Wednesday. Rendon, 34, is entering his sixth season as a member of the Angels, appearing in 257 games while compiling a .242/.348/.369 slash line. Rendon won’t be the only notable Angels player … [Read more...] about Anthony Rendon Injury Leads to New Starting Third Baseman
Report: Clayton Kershaw Returns to Dodgers on One-Year Deal
The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly signed Clayton Kershaw to a one-year deal, pending a physical, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. It is unclear when the 18-year veteran will pitch in a regular season game this year. The three-time Cy Young Award winner is still recovering from multiple off-season surgeries to fix his knee and big toe. As a result, Kershaw will … [Read more...] about Report: Clayton Kershaw Returns to Dodgers on One-Year Deal
Angels Land Veteran Closer in Key Bullpen Move
Four-time All-Star closer Kenley Jansen has signed a new contract with the Los Angeles, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. It’s a one-year, $10 million deal for Jansen, reports the Post’s Joel Sherman. Jansen, 38, concluded the 2024 season with impressive statistics, recording a 3.29 ERA, a 1.06 WHIP, and amassing 63 strikeouts over 54 2/3 innings pitched. Throughout the … [Read more...] about Angels Land Veteran Closer in Key Bullpen Move
Dodgers Latest Bullpen Addition Could Make a Big Impact
The Los Angeles Dodgers are heading into the season with several pitchers capable of closing games. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed to CBS Sports HQ’s Jim Bowden that Tanner Scott will likely get the majority of the save opportunities. While the team hasn’t consistently used a regular closer in recent seasons, other experienced options include Kirby Yates, Blake Treinen, Michael … [Read more...] about Dodgers Latest Bullpen Addition Could Make a Big Impact
Dodgers Reunite with Former General Manager Farhan Zaidi
The Los Angeles Dodgers have hired Farhan Zaidi as a special advisor, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Zaidi will also assist Dodgers owner and chairman Mark Walter in Walter’s other sports interests, which include the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks and the Premier League club Chelsea. The Dodgers have hired Farhan Zaidi as a special advisor, source says. He will also be … [Read more...] about Dodgers Reunite with Former General Manager Farhan Zaidi