The Los Angeles Dodgers found a key role player in Tommy Edman at last year’s trade deadline, bringing him over from the St. Louis Cardinals in a three-team deal. In the following months, Edman proved to be a stabilizing, highly productive piece for the Dodgers lineup. At the most pivotal time of the season, he exceeded expectations and became someone the organization wanted … [Read more...] about Tommy Edman: ‘A Lot’ Goes Into Being Switch-Hitter
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The Roki Sasaki sprint to the finish comes this week
Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images Thursday, January 15 is the beginning of MLB’s 2025 international signing period, and begins an eight-day window to sign Sasaki, the 23-year-old pitcher who could make an immediate impact for his new team. This coming week will commence the full Roki Sasaki sprint to the finish, with Major League Baseball’s international signing period … [Read more...] about The Roki Sasaki sprint to the finish comes this week
Dodgers Prospect Watch: A Closer Look at Mike Sirota and Jose Vasquez
If you heard two or three years ago that the Los Angeles Dodgers traded away Gavin Lux and Diego Cartaya during the winter hot stove, you would have probably guessed that the team got a huge haul in return. Instead, the Dodgers got a promising outfield prospect, a very young pitching prospect, and a 2025 competitive balance draft pick after the first round. The return wasn’t … [Read more...] about Dodgers Prospect Watch: A Closer Look at Mike Sirota and Jose Vasquez
Pirates To Sign Dodgers-Committed Int’l Prospect Darell Morel
Dominican shortstop prospect Darell Morel had been set to sign with the Dodgers once the 2025 international signing period opened on January 15, but Baseball America’s Ben Badler reports that Morel will now be signing with the Pirates for a bonus worth close to $1.8MM. This represents roughly twice the amount of money Morel would’ve received from Los Angeles. There isn’t … [Read more...] about Pirates To Sign Dodgers-Committed Int’l Prospect Darell Morel
Shohei Ohtani Maintains Respect When Emotionally Celebrating Big Moments
The Los Angeles Dodgers soared to incredible heights this past season and reached MLB’s pinnacle in Shohei Ohtani’s first year with the franchise. Ohtani’s play was exceptional as he became the first member of the 50/50 club in MLB history, eventually finishing with 54 home runs and 59 stolen bases. The Dodgers greatly benefitted from his production, and Ohtani’s presence was … [Read more...] about Shohei Ohtani Maintains Respect When Emotionally Celebrating Big Moments