It was never a matter of If, but When. That When came late Tuesday evening with MLB Trade Rumors’ report on X.com that the Dodgers had signed soon-to-be (on December 4th) 32-year-old veteran left-hander Blake Snell to a lofty five-year / $182 million contract that includes a reported $60 million in deferred money. (This is why Dodgers President of Baseball Operations Andrew … [Read more...] about Dodgers Bolster Starting Rotation
Center Field Option
Dodgers fans have grown accustomed to the team pursuing elite players, whether through free agency or blockbuster trade scenarios. The 2024-25 Hot Stove season is more of the same, as the team is connected by rumor, supposition, or innuendo with the elite free agents and trade targets. Before the team assembles next February for Spring Training, there will be star power added … [Read more...] about Center Field Option
‘Preliminary’ Extension Talks Underway With Edman
Although the exact details understandably remain unknown, MLB Trade Rumors reported on Saturday that “preliminary dialogue” between the Dodgers and 29-year-old infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman towards a possible contract extension had begun. (Click on image to view MLBTR article) Edman, who was initially drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the sixth round in 2016 out of … [Read more...] about ‘Preliminary’ Extension Talks Underway With Edman
Could Dodgers Be ‘Putting the Band Back Together?’
It is a classic line from the 1980 hit comedy The Blues Brothers: On Friday evening, it was being widely reported that the Dodgers had reacquired former third base coach Chris Woodward to be their first base coach beginning in 2025. This will be Woody’s second stint on the Dodgers coaching staff, having served as manager Dave Roberts‘ third base coach from 2016 through … [Read more...] about Could Dodgers Be ‘Putting the Band Back Together?’
Wait For It…
The 2024 Major League Baseball MVP award winners will be announced on Thursday afternoon, November 21, 2024, at 3 pm PT. And while there (probably) isn’t much suspense as to who will win this prestigious award in either league, it is the MLB we’re talking about here, where anything can happen. New York Yankees superstar and future Hall of Famer Aaron Judge is the odds-on … [Read more...] about Wait For It…