The Dodgers have had a “preliminary dialogue” with utility man Tommy Edman regarding a potential extension, per a report from Jon Morosi of MLB Network. It’s unclear how far those initial talks progressed, but there’s no indication that a deal between the two sides is particularly close at this time. Edman, 29, came to L.A. as part of the three-team swap between the Dodgers, … [Read more...] about Dodgers Have Held “Preliminary” Extension Talks With Tommy Edman
American League Non-Tenders: 11/22/24
The deadline to tender a contract to arbitration-eligible players is tonight at 7pm CT. Here’s a rundown of the players on American League teams that have been non-tendered today. This post will be updated as more decisions are revealed. MLBTR contributor Matt Swartz projected salaries for all players eligible for arbitration last month. All players who are non-tendered before … [Read more...] about American League Non-Tenders: 11/22/24
Dodgers Hire Chris Woodward As First Base Coach
The Dodgers announced the hiring of Chris Woodward as first base coach. He replaces Clayton McCullough, who departed to take the Marlins’ managerial job two weeks ago. Woodward returns to Dave Roberts’ staff after two seasons in the L.A. player development department. The 48-year-old spent three seasons as Roberts’ third base coach, a position he held between 2016-18. Woodward … [Read more...] about Dodgers Hire Chris Woodward As First Base Coach
Angels Non-Tender Patrick Sandoval, Three Others
The Angels announced that they declined to tender a contract to left-hander Patrick Sandoval, as well as infielder Eric Wagaman and outfielders Jordyn Adams and Bryce Teodosio. Sandoval, 28, was projected by MLBTR contributor Matt Swartz to earn $5.9MM. However, he’s not a lock to pitch in 2025 after undergoing Tommy John surgery in late June. In the event that he doesn’t pitch … [Read more...] about Angels Non-Tender Patrick Sandoval, Three Others
Roki Sasaki’s Agent Denies Rumors Of Handshake Deal With Dodgers
Speculation about the likelihood of star Nippon Professional Baseball right-hander being likely to sign with the Dodgers — or even having a predetermined “handshake” deal to sign in L.A. once formally posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines — has drawn a sharp rebuke from his representatives. Agent Joel Wolfe of Wasserman emphatically denied that there’s any truth to those rumors, … [Read more...] about Roki Sasaki’s Agent Denies Rumors Of Handshake Deal With Dodgers