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Notes: Zaidi meets with LA, Martin’s HOF candidacy & more
Former Dodgers general manager Farhan Zaidi confirmed meeting with the team this offseason. Plus a look at Russell Martin’s Hall of Fame candidacy, and why free agent contracts have thus far beaten projections this offseason.
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2024 review; Michael Kopech
Few could have imagined such a positive impact from the July trade that brought over Michael Kopech and Tommy Edman. Kopech was lights out from the minute he put on the Dodgers jersey.
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Notes: Williams, Roberts, Hernández
Closer Devin Williams initially thought he would be dealt to the Dodgers before the Yankees acquired him from the Brewers on Friday.
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2024 review: Miguel Vargas
Miguel Vargas did not have a fielding position with the Dodgers, but was the lynchpin in bringing critical pieces Michael Kopech and Tommy Edman to Los Angeles in a three-team trade that sent Vargas to the White Sox.
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Freddie Freeman grand slam ball sells for $1.56 million
The baseball Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman hit for the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history to beat the Yankees in Game 1 sold at auction for over $1.5 million. Also, more stats to show how good Shohei Ohtani was at baserunning in 2024, and pitcher Sam Carlson signed a minor league deal with LA.
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Updated Dodgers 40-man roster
Every Dodgers transaction involving the 40-man roster from the end of the 2024 World Series through the start of spring training in 2025.
Dodgers 2024 offseason roster breakdown
A complete look at the Dodgers 40-man roster heading into the 2024-25 offseason, including free agents, option decisions, players under contract, salary arbitration, service time, and much more.
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2024 Dodgers player season reviews
Reviewing every single player from the 2024 Los Angeles Dodgers, as well as players who spent time on the 40-man roster at any point during the season. In all, we look back at 68 players this year.
2024 review: Tommy Edman
Tommy Edman was acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals at the trade deadline and became a driving force for the Dodgers’ offense in the postseason, resulting in him winning the NLCS MVP and receiving a five-year extension.
Dodgers sign RHP Matt Sauer to minor league deal
Pitcher Matt Sauer was signed by the Dodgers to a minor league contract with a non-roster invite to spring training. The right-hander made his major league debut with the Royals in 2024, but spent most of the season in the minor leagues with the Yankees.
2024 review: Emmet Sheehan
Dodgers starter Emmet Sheehan opened the 2024 season on the injured list and eventually underwent season-ending elbow surgery on May 15, a hybrid Tommy John and internal brace procedure that is expected to sideline him until midseason 2025.
Notes: Conforto, Freeman, NL rivals
Michael Conforto struggled to hit for power within the unusual dimensions of Oracle Park in San Francisco. Now with the Dodgers, a change of scenery could benefit his offensive production.
2024 review: Dustin May
Yet another injury-spoiled season for Dustin May who is running out the clock on his ability to be an impactful force for the Dodgers.
2024 review: Taylor Trammell
Outfielder Taylor Trammell spent two weeks on the Dodgers in 2024, traversing the waiver wire from the Mariners and to the Yankees, playing for both World Series teams this season.
Dodgers’ Ismael Cruz wins Tony Gwynn Award
Ismael Cruz, the Dodgers vice president of international scouting for the last nine years, was honored by Baseball America with the Tony Gwynn Award, which is the publication’s lifetime achievement award.
Dodgers sign David Bote to minor league contract
The Dodgers signed infielder David Bote to a minor league contract with a non-roster invitation to spring training, per multiple reports.
2024 review: Zach Logue
In 2024, journeyman pitcher Zach Logue made two appearances for the Dodgers in Miami, during which he was memorable for both good and bad.
Basking in the glow of celebration
Landon Knack is one of several Dodgers who have showed up at various games and events after winning the World Series. Also, a look at an MLB study on pitching injuries presented at the winter meetings. Plus some 2025 projections for the Dodgers.
Gavin Stone earns pre-arbitration pool bonus
Dodgers pitcher Gavin Stone received extra pay based on his 2024 performance, earned from MLB’s pre-arbitration bonus pool.
2024 review: Austin Barnes
Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes missed time on the injured list with two broken bones in his toe late in the season, but still caught 42 games and posted his highest batting average since 2017 in his 10th major league season.
Contract details for Treinen & Conforto
More contract details for Dodgers signings from the winter meetings — reliever Blake Treinen for $22 million over two years, and outfielder Michael Conforto for one year, $17 million.
2024 review: Ryan Brasier
A calf injury robbed Ryan Brasier of four months of his 2024 season, but he was otherwise pretty effective when healthy in the Dodgers bullpen.
Conforto adds to Dodgers depth
Michael Conforto’s signing is the perfect example of the benefits of the Dodgers being able to heavily invest in the corner outfield market.
Notes: Glasnow, Gonsolin, May
Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes provided injury updates on starters Tyler Glasnow, Tony Gonsolin, and Dustin May.
Rancho Cucamonga Quakes sold, Dodgers’ 2026 move to Ontario official
2025 will be the final year of Dodgers affiliation with the Low-A Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, which was sold Thursday to Diamond Baseball Holdings. The Dodgers will move their Low-A affiliation to Ontario beginning in 2026.
Teoscar Hernández is still available
Teoscar Hernández hasn’t re-signed with the Dodgers with the Dodgers yet, which might be concerning. But he also hasn’t signed anywhere yet, and the team is still pursuing him. Checking in based on comments from the winter meetings.
2024 review: Cavan Biggio
The Dodgers in June traded for Cavan Biggio, who played four positions and started games at third base and first base but didn’t hit much. Los Angeles was the second of his four organizations in 2024, as he also played in the majors this season with the Blue Jays and Braves.
Dave Roberts wins Baseball America manager of the year
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was named 2024 MLB manager of the year by Baseball America. Plus, he shared a touching anecdote from the World Series earlier in the week at the winter meetings in Dallas.
Dodgers add John Rhodes, lose four in Rule 5 minors phase
The Dodgers added OF/1B John Rhodes from the Orioles in the minor league portion of the 2024 Rule 5 Draft, and lost Hyun-il Choi, Orlando Ortiz-Mayr, Michael Hobbs, and Jefferson Valladares.
Angels take Garrett McDaniels from Dodgers in Rule 5 Draft
Dodgers minor league pitcher Garrett McDaniels was selected by the Angels in the 2024 Rule 5 Draft. The left-hander had a 3.19 ERA and 26.7-percent strikeout rate this season, but to date has pitched only two games and three innings above Class-A.
2024 review: Bobby Miller
Bobby Miller had the sophomore slump to end all sophomore slumps for the Dodgers in 2024, posting league worsts in ERA and FIP for pitchers who pitched at least 50 innings.
Dodgers unlikely to trade for Arenado
Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak indicated that the third baseman will be traded this offseason, Dodgers viewed as unlikely landing destination.
Which Dodgers might be selected in the Rule 5 Draft?
A closer look at recent Rule 5 Draft history, and which Dodgers might be picked in the 2024 Rul4 5 Draft. Names like Ryan Ward and Damon Keith, or pitchers Jack Little, Jerming Rosario, and Carlos Duran.
2024 review: Will Smith
Will Smith was named to the NL All-Star team for the second time in his career, and signed a 10-year, $140 million extension before the team’s first homestand.
Blake Snell’s unique path towards dominance
Blake Snell has been dominating hitters on his own terms for a few years now, and the future is promising with him joining an already-stacked Dodgers rotation
Shohei Ohtani’s anniversary, Dave Roberts wins award
Monday was the one-year anniversary of Shohei Ohtani signing with the Dodgers, so let’s look back on his first season with Los Angeles. Also, Dave Roberts will be presented a Good Character award on Wednesday night in downtown Los Angeles.
A look at Dodgers bullpen amid Williams & Scott rumors
With news of the Dodgers reported interest in high-octane relief pitchers Tanner Scott and Devin Williams, a look at the Los Angeles bullpen and roster as currently constructed.