The Los Angeles Dodgers announced on Saturday that one of the most legendary pitchers in Dodger history, lefty pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, will have his No. 34 retired this summer during a special three-day celebration. The team officially made the announcement was made during the 2023 FanFest celebration. Fernandomania weekend will take place August 11-13 when the Dodgers … [Read more...] about Dodgers Planning to Retire Fernando Valenzuela’s No. 34
Dodgers News and Notes – Tony Gonsolin Extended, 2023 Coaching Staff Announced
During arbitration, the Los Angeles Dodgers had reached agreement with every one of their eligible except for one. On Tuesday, the Dodgers and Tony Gonsolin agreed to a two-year contract, good through the 2024 season. Gonsolin and the Dodgers had not been far apart in their asks during arbitration. Gonsolin filed at $3.4M, and the Dodgers countered with $3M. Ultimately … [Read more...] about Dodgers News and Notes – Tony Gonsolin Extended, 2023 Coaching Staff Announced
Dodgers Roster: Building a Working Infield
Compared to previous years, the beginning of the upcoming 2023 campaign will be a lot different for the Los Angeles Dodgers because of the uncertainty of which players will see the most regular playing time. Last year, we saw players like Trea Turner and Justin Turner — who have both departed the organization — handle the everyday defensive duties at shortstop and third base, … [Read more...] about Dodgers Roster: Building a Working Infield
Dodgers Prospect Watch: A Closer Look at Dalton Rushing
While the Los Angeles Dodgers have had one of the league’s best overall farm systems for decades, their stronghold on blue-chip pitchers and catchers has been among baseball’s elite. There always seems to be at least a handful of pitchers and several catchers ranked in MLB’s Top 100, and there isn’t anything right now that suggests the trend will stop anytime soon. Catcher is … [Read more...] about Dodgers Prospect Watch: A Closer Look at Dalton Rushing
Should Dodgers Try to Extend Julio Urias?
Aside from bringing back veteran utility infielder Miguel Rojas, not much has happened on the Los Angeles Dodgers player personnel front since the team officially bounced Trevor Bauer from the roster last week. Although the club is on the hook for the approximately $22.5 million of Bauer’s 2022 salary, all indications are that the team will attempt to stay under the luxury tax … [Read more...] about Should Dodgers Try to Extend Julio Urias?