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Dave Roberts drops concerning Tanner Scott endorsement for 2026 Dodgers season

When news broke that Tanner Scott would not pitch in the World Series after having a lower-body abscess procedure, it allowed fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers to breathe a sigh of relief.

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Five More Outfield Options For Dodgers In 2026

The Winter Meetings are upon us, and the Los Angeles Dodgers have some holes they need to fill for next season. Some possible fits have been discussed.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Dodgers Hopeful that Their MVP Plays in WBC As a Hitter Only

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts met with the media at the Winter Meetings today. To no one’s shock or surprise, the Dodgers are hoping that their four-time M.V.P.

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How many of the AL and NL MVPs since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Dave Roberts reveals hitting-only WBC wish for Shohei Ohtani

Undoubtedly, Shohei Ohtani is on top of the world. He is fresh off his third MVP season that included a second straight World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers. At this point, what more is there for him to do?

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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.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Dodgers GM Sends Teoscar Hernandez Message After Trade Report

The Los Angeles Dodgers are fresh off another World Series title. They defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games to win their second straight World Series trophy.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Dave Roberts confirms Mookie Betts staying as Dodgers’ shortstop in 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers aren’t ready to wave goodbye to Mookie Betts just yet. Betts thanked Dodgers fans in a heartfelt way despite enduring an up-and-down 2025.

Tommy Edman News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 8

Dodgers Star Reveals Latest on Recovery From Ankle Surgery

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Tommy Edman gave an injury update after he underwent surgery on his ankle this offseason. Edman struggled with his ankle throughout the 2025 season, first landing on the injured list early in May and spending 15 days on the sideline.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 8

MLB Insider Identifies Dodgers’ Top Priority This Offseason

Much of the focus on the Los Angeles Dodgers' potential moves in free agency has been centered around bringing in outfielder Kyle Tucker in a splash move that fans have grown accustomed to the Dodgers making.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 8

Andrew Friedman: Dodgers Bullpen Addition Not A ‘Necessity’

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered the offseason with minimal areas of their roster to address, but the bullpen seemingly being among them after an inconsistent 2025 campaign.

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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.

Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / December 8

Roki Sasaki On Preliminary Team Japan Roster For 2026 World Baseball Classic

Although the Los Angeles Dodgers will have a more traditional Spring Training in 2026 due to not beginning the regular season internationally, it is going to include some of their players participating in the World Baseball Classic.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 8

Who Are The Dodgers Targeting in Free Agency?

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing an outfield conundrum this season, as they reportedly are weighing trading Teoscar Hernandez while also exploring the free-agent market.

Harrison Bader News / Dodger Blue / December 8

Dodgers Free Agency Rumors: Preference To Sign Harrison Bader & Robert Suarez

The Los Angeles Dodgers don’t have much work to do this offseason with the majority of their roster in place, but they face a need in their outfield and back end of the bullpen.

Jeff Kent News / Dodger Blue / December 8

Former Dodgers All-Star Jeff Kent Elected To Hall Of Fame By Contemporary Baseball Era Committee

Jeff Kent, who spent four of his 17 MLB seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers, was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame through the Contemporary Era committee on Sunday night at the 2025 Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Friedman: Less 'heavy lifting' to do for Dodgers this winter

The Dodgers are back-to-back World Series champions thanks to a massive financial outlay over the past two offseasons that allowed them to bring in Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, and a number of other pieces that were key to their current core.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 7

Former Giants star, NL MVP Jeff Kent finally gets his due with HOF election

The National Baseball Hall of Fame will have at least one member of the 2026 class.

Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens learn fate as Hall Fame member announced

Dodgers' stance on Enrique Hernandez becomes known

Pirates reportedly make impressive offer to Kyle Schwarber

Three potential landing spots if Padres trade Jake Cronenworth

Three top prospects Yankee fans should be excited to see next year

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / December 7

Dodgers, Cody Bellinger Report Emerges After Teoscar Hernandez Trade News

The Los Angeles Dodgers are entering the offseason looking to retool in hopes of capturing a third straight World Series title in 2026. The organization has long been building a dynasty, but there is a clear need for a corner outfielder heading into next year.

Teoscar Hernandez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 7

Dodgers rumors: 2 ‘preferred’ targets in free agency amid Teoscar Hernandez trade buzz

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter MLB free agency surrounded by familiar noise with the Winter Meetings just around the corner. Teoscar Hernandez remains at the Dodgers’ center of attention, with trade chatter growing as free agency speculation spikes across the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / December 7

Dodgers’ Internal Options for High-Leverage Relievers

In assessing the Los Angeles Dodgers’ offseason needs, a high-leverage right-handed reliever is near the top of the list. It was a weakness on last year’s roster.