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Dodgers' Andrew Friedman Believes $72 Million Star Will Bounce Back After Disappointing 2025 Season

Tanner Scott's struggles with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2025 have been well chronicled. After inking a $72 million deal in the offseason, Scott was incredibly up-and-down throughout the regular season.

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Watch: Dodgers Holiday Card Video Revisits Best 2025 Postseason Moments

The 2025 Los Angeles Dodgers holiday card features a highlight reel of their championship run, World Series parade and culminates in a brief drone show.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / December 25

Shohei Ohtani Question Left Shaquille O’Neal Visibly Upset Before Making An Admission

Everyone knows how legendary Shaquille O’Neal is in Los Angeles. With the Lakers, the Diesel captured a three-peat and was the centerpiece of one of the most dominant teams in the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 24

Dodgers Pitcher Recovering From Tommy John Surgery Listed as Trade Chip

The Los Angeles Dodgers don't have any shortage of talent in their starting rotation, and with right-hander River Ryan returning from Tommy John surgery, their options have only grown.

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Alex Freeland News / True Blue LA / December 24

2025 Dodgers season review: Alex Freeland

Switch-hitting Alex Freeland made his way to the majors in 2025, which qualifies this as a successful season for the 23-year-old shortstop. Freeland was called up to the Dodgers on July 29, the club’s second draft pick from 2022 to reach the majors.

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 24

Max Muncy: Dodgers Resolve ‘Difficult Discussions’ Amicably Because Of Dave Roberts

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has one National League Manager of the Year Award to his name despite guiding the team to high levels of success.

Mookie Betts News / Athlon Sports / December 24

Dodgers' Mookie Betts Makes Announcement Amid MLB Offseason

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts has enjoyed an incredible MLB career, standing as the current active leader in World Series titles with four.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 24

Dodgers notes: River Ryan, Gavin Stone, Joe Kelly

Just because the offseason has been relatively slow for the Dodgers compared to the past two offseasons, that doesn’t mean the team doesn’t possess an unruly and tyrannical force upon baseball.

Clayton Kershaw News / ESPN / December 23

Clayton Kershaw and wife welcome fifth baby, Chloe Peach

The newly retired Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher shared the news with an Instagram post on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 23

Former Dodgers Outfielder Dies

Andy Kosco's big league career didn't afford him much stardom. His most famous moment, arguably, came when he stepped into someone else's spotlight. Kosco replaced Mickey Mantle at first base in the future Hall of Famer's final game in 1968.

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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.

Clayton Kershaw News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 23

Clayton Kershaw Pushes Back on LA Critics, Compares Current Dodgers to Yankees Dynasty

Newly retired Clayton Kershaw has a chance to sit back and reflect on what will end up being a Hall of Fame career. The three-time World Series Champion capped off an incredible run with the Los Angeles Dodgers by helping the team secure a second-straight title in 2025.

Joe Kelly News / Dodger Blue / December 23

Former Dodgers Pitcher Joe Kelly Retires

The Los Angeles Dodgers cast a wide net in their search for bullpen help this past season and reportedly considered a reunion with Joe Kelly. The right-hander

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 23

When are the Dodgers' Top Prospects Expected to Reach the Big Leagues?

The Los Angeles Dodgers currently boast one of the best farm systems across professional baseball. Andrew Friedman, Brandon Gomes, and the rest of the braintrust have been dogged in their aim to deepen and strengthen the collection of young talent within the franchise's ecosystem.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 23

This Day In Dodgers History: Jim Gilliam Wins Rookie Of The Year; Andy Messersmith Part Of MLB Free Agency Beginning

After putting together a stellar season for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Jim Gilliam was named the National League Rookie of the Year on this day in 1953. For

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 23

Andrew Friedman Calls Edwin Díaz ‘Perfect Fit’ For Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers have already named Edwin Díaz as their unquestioned closer after signing the veteran reliever to a record-breaking contract in free agency.

Dalton Rushing News / True Blue LA / December 23

2025 Dodgers season review: Dalton Rushing

Dalton Rushing got his chance to earn some time in the big leagues in 2025, serving as the understudy to Will Smith after the Dodgers released Austin Barnes and platooning with Ben Rortvedt while Smith dealt with a hand injury.

Jackie Robinson News / Dodger Blue / December 23

ESPN Exclusively Broadcasting Dodgers’ Jackie Robinson Day Game

ESPN announced its Major League Baseball game selections for the 2026 season, beginning with a matchup between the New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers on Jackie Robinson Day at 7:10 p.m.

Roki Sasaki News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 23

Dodgers Insider reveals how Roki Sasaki can make a massive impact in 2026

In 2025, Roki Sasaki had one of the more unusual rookie seasons in recent Los Angeles Dodgers memory. After being the most in-demand international free

MLB News / Athlon Sports / December 22

Dodgers' Edwin Diaz Sends Message to Francisco Lindor on Monday

The New York Mets have undergone an offseason full of change heading into 2026, electing to reshape the roster in a different way following last year’s second-half collapse.

Mookie Betts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 22

How Will the Dodgers Manage Mookie Betts After Offensive Down Year in 2025? Insider Answers

Mookie Betts had a very unlike-Mookie Betts season in 2025. There are several factors that could contribute to this. The Los Angeles Dodgers' star shortstop had a very strange stomach virus that led to him losing at least 20 pounds right before the year started.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Apex Sports / December 20

Los Angeles Dodgers Hit With a Historic Luxury Tax Bill

Nobody throws a parade for a tax bill. But if you’re the Los Angeles Dodgers, you might just throw a parade because of the tax bill. Fresh off their back-to-back World Series victory, the invoice from the league office has finally arrived, and the numbers are absolutely staggering.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / December 20