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MLB News / Athlon Sports / December 19
Dodgers Legend Announces Plan for Retirement on Friday
The Los Angeles Dodgers have had their fair share of franchise legends over the past decade as they built a dynasty that cemented them as baseball’s model franchise.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 19
2025 MLB Postseason Shares Fall Short Of Record, But Dodgers See Increase
Major League Baseball announced postseason shares for the 2025 season, which fell short of the record set in the 2024 season. Total postseason shares were worth just shy of 128.2 million ($128,186,164.98), below the record $129.1 million last season, but still higher than the 2023 total of $107.8 million.
Clayton Kershaw News / True Blue LA / December 19
Clayton Kershaw should play for Team USA 
Clayton Kershaw has ridden off into the sunset as an unlikely back-to-back champion. Normally, athletes who linger in their respective sports do not receive the fairytale ending they were promised as children.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Evan Phillips News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 19
Dodgers Free Agent Might Delay Signing Until July: Report
Evan Phillips' road back to a major league mound has already been a long one. The former Dodgers closer was non-tendered in November, making him a free agent.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Rafael Furcal News / Dodger Blue / December 19
This Day In Dodgers History: Rafael Furcal Re-Signs On 3-Year Contract
On December 19, 2008, the Los Angeles Dodgers re-signed Rafael Furcal to a three-year, $30 million contract. Prior to Furcal agreeing to terms with the Dodgers, Atlanta Braves president John Schuerholz thought he had an agreement in place to sign the 31-year-old infielder earlier in the week.
Kenta Maeda News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 19
Former Dodgers Pitcher, Who Retired From MLB, Signs With Team in Japan
Former Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda announced his retirement from MLB in November and has officially signed with NPB's Rakuten Eagles.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 19
Edwin Díaz: Signing With Dodgers Was ‘Really Easy’ Decision
The Los Angeles Dodgers bolstered their bullpen by signing former New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz to a three-year, $69 million contract that includes more than $13 million in deferrals and a conditional option for 2029.
Chris Taylor News / True Blue LA / December 19
2025 Dodgers season review: Chris Taylor
Chris Taylor will always be remembered for his rise to postseason hero after he was famously traded from the Seattle Mariners to the Dodgers in June 2016 for pitcher Zach Lee.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 19
Brandon Gomes: Miguel Rojas ‘Incredibly Impactful’ For Dodgers
While the Los Angeles Dodgers garnered headlines for the surprise signing of Edwin Díaz, their first move in free agency was to keep Miguel Rojas in the fold.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 19
Andrew Friedman Hoping Dodgers ‘Sync’ Up Starting Rotation & Bullpen
The Los Angeles Dodgers leaned heavily on their bullpen when they won the World Series in 2024 but did not have the luxury of doing so this past season.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Shohei Ohtani News / ESPN / December 19
Super-rare Ohtani MVP card sells for record $3M
A Shohei Ohtani on-card autographed, one-of-one numbered card has sold for $3 million, including buyer's premium, via Fanatics Collect.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / December 18
Current Dodgers Rumors, News, and Notes
The Los Angeles Dodgers have had their fair share of activity so far this winter. No doubt there will be more to come in the coming days and weeks. It definitely feels like there is another shoe to drop soon.
MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 18
Blue Jays Manager 'Has Bone to Pick' With Dodgers Broadcaster Joe Davis
When the Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays to win the 2025 World Series, they had their own play-by-play guy — SportsNet LA's Joe Davis — in the television booth.
Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / December 18
Mookie Betts Not Playing For Team USA In 2026 World Baseball Classic
The World Baseball Classic is returning in 2026, and the Los Angeles Dodgers already have two players committed to the tournament. Shohei Ohtani was the first to announce his intention to play for Team Japan, and Will Smith shared he will be playing for Team USA.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 18
Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto Has High Hopes for 2026 After Stellar Postseason
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu revealed his lofty hopes for 2026 after winning the Japan Professional Sports Grand Prize for his performances in 2025.
Mookie Betts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 18
Dodgers Star to Miss 2026 World Baseball Classic for Surprise Reason
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts announced he will not participate in the 2026 World Baseball Classic on internet personality Adin Ross' livestream on Wednesday.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / December 18
World Series win worth nearly $485,000 for Dodgers players
Major League Baseball distributed nearly $128.2 million in postseason bonuses, with the World Series-winning Los Angeles Dodgers dividing their pot into 82 full shares worth nearly $485,000 each.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / December 18
High-Leverage Dodgers Reliever Looking for Resurgence in 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers made waves last week when they inked the top closer on the free-agent market, right-hander Edwin Díaz, to a three-year deal. The price of 69 million for three years, plus draft picks, was thought to be beyond the Dodgers’ willingness to pay.
Shohei Ohtani News / Total Apex Sports / December 16
Los Angeles Dodgers Shohei Ohtani HR Ball Could Sell For Record-Breaking Amount
A piece of baseball history from Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s most legendary performances is set to hit the auction block, and it could command a record-setting price.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 16
The key factor that pushed Edwin Diaz to Dodgers over Mets and Braves
The Dodgers have shown in recent years their creativity when it comes to contracts.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / December 15
Dodgers have made a decision about trading Tyler Glasnow
The Dodgers acquired Glasnow from the Tampa Bay Rays two years ago, and he's signed through the 2028 campaign.
Tyler Glasnow News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14
Tyler Glasnow Does Not Expect To Be Traded
Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow’s name reportedly “came up” in trade talks with other teams in recent days, but Glasnow made an appearance on MLB Network Radio’s Sunday Sliders program with Dani Wexelman of SiriusXM and made clear that he does not expect to be traded.
Nick Frasso News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14
Dodgers Re-Sign Nick Frasso To Minor League Deal
The Dodgers have re-signed right-hander Nick Frasso to a minor league contract, per Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. Frasso was non-tendered by the club in November but now returns on a new deal.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / December 11
Tatsuya Imai turns down talk of joining Dodgers for a second time
As impressive as they might be on paper, Imai remains unfazed by Dave Roberts' team.
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