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The Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly hired a former Boston Red Sox employee who was suspended for his involvement in a video sign-stealing scandal in 2020, per Red Sox beat writer Sean McAdam. The employee, J.T. Watkins, is expected to help the Dodgers with their hitting gameplan. McAdam also reports that Mookie Betts and JD Martinez […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants have one of the most historic rivalries in all of MLB. Chris Taylor of the Dodgers recently added fuel to the flame with a take that will not please Giants fans. Taylor was recently asked what his three least favorite cities are to play in by SportsNet […]

Trevor Bauer hasn’t pitched in an MLB game in over 500 days due to his assault allegations. The Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher has been reinstated and would be available to end that streak next season. While officially, there’s now no impediment to his return, how his Dodgers teammates feel about it is an entirely different […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are still in a position to compete despite their quiet offseason. But they could drastically increase their World Series odds by pulling the trigger on a high-profile trade. The MLB trade market has moved fairy slow for the most part with the exception of a few deals. With that being said, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ deadline to make their final decision on controversial SP Trevor Bauer is right around the corner. Former big leaguer and current Jomboy Media member Trevor Plouffe, who has connections in the MLB industry, recently shared what he’s heard on the Dodgers-Bauer situation, per Chris Rose Sports on Twitter. “This is a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a number of roster uncertainties. They are notably dealing with question marks at shortstop and in centerfield. Gavin Lux is expected to take over shortstop duties amid Trea Turner’s departure. However, Ricardo Sandoval of Sports Illustrated recently brought up the idea of the Dodgers trading for San Diego Padres’ […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have until January 6th to make a final decision on SP Trevor Bauer. A number of contrasting reports have surfaced in reference to Dodgers’ players feelings on the controversial pitcher. An initial report stated that players wanted LA to release Bauer. However, a recent report said otherwise, as it claimed some […]

Chris Taylor will likely spend the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, Dodgers’ fans and media personalities have recently brought up Trevor Bauer’s potential effect on Taylor. Rumors are currently swirling about a possible Taylor trade since LA will need to pay Bauer an eye-opening amount of money whether they release him or […]

Trevor Bauer may soon be back in major league baseball. After he became eligible for the 2023 season due to a decreased suspension, speculation followed about whether he would return to his previous team, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Apparently, some members of the team are cool with it. Baseball blogger Dan Clark tried to show […]

MLB free agency is slowing down. The only superstar free agent who’s not technically signed to a contract is Carlos Correa at this juncture. However, he is expected to work things out with the New York Mets. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers are still looking for ways to improve their roster. They are reportedly in […]

Trea Turner’s departure to the Philadelphia Phillies is far from ideal for the Los Angeles Dodgers. With that being said, LA has a capable shortstop replacement in Gavin Lux. Lux is obviously not the same caliber of player that Turner is. But could the 25-year old infielder be in store for a big 2023 campaign? […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have seen a number of notable departures during the offseason. From an offensive standpoint, LA has lost Trea Turner, Justin Turner, and Cody Bellinger. Meanwhile, they saw a couple of key starting pitchers sign elsewhere in Tyler Anderson and Andrew Heaney. But there is a silver lining to the departures of […]

Trevor Bauer’s situation with the Los Angeles Dodgers flew under the radar last season amidst their playoff push. The success of their pitching staff in the regular season led many to forget that Bauer was suspended for a rather lengthy period of time. Recently, though, Bauer’s sentence has been reduced, opening the door for a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ offseason was highlighted by the signings of SP Noah Syndergaard and OF/DH JD Martinez in free agency. But the Dodgers could still be looking to add talent. Dodgers’ beat writer Juan Toribio recently revealed that LA is still in the market for pitching depth, per Toribio’s Dodgers Beat newsletter. It is […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are regarded as a pitching powerhouse. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Angels have struggled to develop pitching in recent years and have not made the playoffs since 2014. However, could the Dodgers implement a specific pitching strategy that the Angels used in 2022? Dodgers beat writer Juan Toribio recently revealed that a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers shockingly lost to the San Diego Padres in four games in the 2022 NLDS after a historic regular season. That came as a huge surprise because of their deep and talented roster, so Dodgers fans expected an instant retooling of their lineup in free agency, especially with the likes of Jacob […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have not made many high-profile moves in free agency. The signings of JD Martinez and Noah Syndergaard could payoff in 2023, but LA didn’t bring in any superstar caliber free agents. Some fans have begun to express concern for the Dodgers’ chances of competing this season. However, this is still a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers still do not have a clear Cody Bellinger replacement in centerfield. Players such as Chris Taylor, James Outman, and Trayce Thompson have been listed as potential centerfield options for 2023. Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts previously got brutally honest on Thompson, per Jeff J. Snider of si.com. “Trayce is a high character […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently deciding whether or not to retain Trevor Bauer after his suspension was reduced. Fans made their initial thoughts known on the decision to reduce the suspension. And they have continued to do so as the Dodgers prepare to either keep or release the controversial starting pitcher. There has been […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers need a centerfielder. They non-tendered Cody Bellinger following his abysmal 2022 campaign and watched him ultimately sign with the Chicago Cubs. LA has been linked to Pittsburgh Pirates’ star centerfielder Bryan Reynolds this offseason. However, Pittsburgh’s asking price is quite steep in regards to a potential Reynolds trade. But the fact […]

Shelby Miller is looking to turn his career around with the Los Angeles Dodgers, per Mike DiGiovanna of the LA Times. The right-hander is expected to pitch out of the bullpen for Los Angeles in 2023. His signing flew under the radar, but Mark Prior and the Dodgers’ ability to get the most out of […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the market for a centerfielder. As things stand right now, LA is set to have Trayce Thompson, Chris Taylor, or even James Outman patrolling centerfield in 2023. However, Pittsburgh Pirates’ OF Bryan Reynolds profiles as a trade option for LA. But the Pirates reportedly are seeking a massive return […]

JD Martinez and the Los Angeles Dodgers recently came to terms on a 1-year, $10 million contract. The Dodgers have had a quiet offseason for the most part in 2023. Martinez and SP Noah Syndergaard highlight their primary free agency moves. With that being said, the additions of Martinez and Syndergaard should not be overlooked. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers don’t have a set closer heading into 2023. Craig Kimbrel, who struggled in 2022, recently joined Trea Turner in Philadelphia with the Phillies. A number of pitchers have been regarded as potential Kimbrel replacements. Evan Phillips, who’s in the conversation to take over closer duties, got brutally honest on his 2022 […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have endured a quiet offseason for the most part. Sure, they landed DH/OF JD Martinez and SP Noah Syndergaard. They’ve also made a flurry of minor additions to the roster. However, LA has lost Trea Turner, Justin Turner, and Cody Bellinger in free agency. And the team has yet to replace any […]

With the 2023 season right around the corner, MLB rankings are beginning to be released. One hot topic will be MLB’s best first baseman. It is difficult to refute the fact that reigning NL MVP Paul Goldschmidt was the best first baseman in 2022. But does the award automatically make him the best player at […]

Julio Urias finished as an NL Cy Young finalist in 2022. Walker Buehler is a Cy Young candidate when healthy. Tony Gonsolin was in the conversation last season until an injury derailed his campaign. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitching rotation features no shortage of potential. However, will 2023 be Clayton Kershaw’s season once again? Kershaw is […]

Former Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti got brutally honest on Justin Turner’s departure to the Boston Red Sox, per DodgersBeat. “He’s somebody that is historic in my opinion,” Colletti said. “You look at the big hits he had, how he embraced the community, how he embraced the team. And the team’s success and […]

Trevor Bauer had his MLB suspension reduced from 324 to 194 games by an independent arbitrator on Thursday, and the Los Angeles Dodgers were not at all ready for the fallout. The team hadn’t expected a decision on the pitcher’s appeal of a domestic violence suspension for several more weeks, and were still discussing how […]

Trevor Bauer’s 324-game suspension was reduced to 194-games on Thursday. The controversial pitcher is excited to be back, but his return will be felt by the Dodgers. If LA releases Bauer, which they are expected by many around the MLB world to do, they will still need to pay him $23 million dollars, per Bob […]

Trevor Bauer has had a tumultuous past 18 months or so. Bauer last played for the Los Angeles Dodgers on June 28, 2021 before the MLB placed him on administrative leave due to the charges pressed against him from a woman who accused him of sexual assault. However, Bauer seemed to get a bit of […]

When free from injury and controversy, Trevor Bauer can be one of the most dominant pitchers in the entire MLB. Still, despite his considerable talent on the field, it’s difficult to overlook what he was deemed guilty of. And now that Bauer’s suspension has been reduced down to 194 games, much to the anger of […]

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer is going to play baseball again in the MLB sooner than what was initially expected. That’s after an arbitrator reduced his 324-game suspension, stemming from sexual assault allegations, down to only 194 games. MLB Twitter doesn’t seem to be too happy about looming return of Bauer to MLB mounds, […]

The MLB has announced that Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitcher Trevor Bauer’s suspension has been reduced from 324-games to 194-games. Bauer was immediately reinstated and will be suspended for the first 50 games of the 2023 season. Bauer was originally suspended due to sexual assault allegations. After being given a two-year suspension, Bauer will now be […]

Mookie Betts and the Los Angeles Dodgers performed a water celebration last season that took the internet by storm. The celebration looked odd to say the least, and there were no shortage of theories swirling about what it represented. Mookie Betts Celebration pic.twitter.com/Pg9HkxBLE8 — Mad Choriyama (@MadChoriyama) August 27, 2022 Mookie Betts recently addressed and […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have had a quiet offseason. Their marquee moves have included signing Noah Syndergaard and JD Martinez. Martinez, who was an All-Star last year, projects to be a quality fit in LA. However, the Syndergaard move has been overlooked by many around the MLB world. The right-handed veteran recently said that there […]

Former Boston Red Sox star JD Martinez and the Los Angeles Dodgers recently agreed to terms on a 1-year deal for the 2023 season. Another former Red Sox’ star, Mookie Betts, got brutally honest on reuniting with Martinez in LA, per Fox News. “Teammates or not teammates, he’s one of my better friends,” Betts said. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are going to have a different feel in 2023. Two players who were previously cornerstones of the team, Justin Turner and Cody Bellinger, signed elsewhere in MLB free agency this offseason. Mookie Betts offered a blunt response in reference to their respective departures, per Fox News. “I mean, it sucks,” Betts […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers added another big bat to their lineup when they signed JD Martinez to a one-year/$10 million deal. New reports state that Martinez took less money to come to Los Angeles and that three key figures swayed him to the Dodgers. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic recent column discussed Martinez’s contract and […]