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Dodgers Hitting Coach Says Organization Essentially Forced Him Out

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be seeking a new hitting coach for the 2027 season. Dodgers hitting coach Aaron Bates has departed from his position. Bates was reportedly offered a multi-year deal, but the two sides couldn't come to terms on a final agreement.

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Dodgers Bring Back Veteran Utility Man as First Offseason Signing

Tyler Fitzgerald was out of sight, out of mind, after he was placed on Triple-A Oklahoma City's injured list June 4. Six days later, the Los Angeles Dodgers released the veteran infielder, removing him from their 40-man roster.

Mark Walter News / Dodger Blue / November 8

Mark Walter: Dodgers Will Still Be ‘Elite’ If MLB Implements Salary Cap

The Los Angeles Dodgers are seen as public enemy No. 1 by MLB owners seeking to justify implementing a salary cap in the next Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 8

Shoki Oda Rumors: Dodgers Aggressively Pursuing International Amateur Free Agent

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a number of objectives to complete this offseason after falling short of their three-peat goal in 2026. Although it won’t be a benefit to their 2027 club, one of those objectives is completing their pursuit of Japanese high school pitcher Shoki Oda.

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Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / November 8

Dodgers Considering Hiring New Co-Hitting Coach

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ coaching staff under manager Dave Roberts is going to look a little different next season with hitting coach Aaron Bates not returning due to an impasse in contract negotiations.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Tarik Skubal News / CBSSports.com / November 8

MLB rumors: Why the Dodgers could be Tarik Skubal or bust; Red Sox looking for pitching depth

Here are the hot stove rumors on Sunday, Nov. 8

Josue De Paula News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 8

Dodgers' Josue De Paula Expected to Work With Gold Glove Outfielder This Offseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers did not have the best offensive showing this past postseason. In fact, the batting appeared to be suspect throughout much of the second half of the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 8

Blake Snell: Dodgers Have ‘A Good Shot’ To Re-Sign Tarik Skubal

Blake Snell has led the charge for the Los Angeles Dodgers as they attempt to re-sign Tarik Skubal in free agency. The 29-year-old is expected to make his decision before the expiration of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) on Dec.

Chase Harlan News / True Blue LA / November 8

Arizona Fall League: Chase Harlan’s replacement wins HR Derby

Chase Harlan was scheduled to be one of eight participants in this weekend’s AFL Home Run Derby, but a late scratch removed any Dodger presence in this contest—in fact, it would be Harlan’s late replacement, one Aaron Parker of the Blue Jays, who would take advantage of this opportunity, winning the whole thing.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 8

Dodgers Possibly More Likely To Make Trades Than Splash In Free Agency

The Los Angeles Dodgers have three main avenues to improve their team ahead of the 2027 season: free agency, trades and from within their farm system. The 2026 free agent class is relatively weak and does not line up with the needs of the Dodgers’ roster.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / November 8

Dodgers notes: Tarik Skubal, Josue De Paula

It has been 10 days since the 2026 season concluded with the Milwaukee Brewers winning their first World Series championship in franchise history. Unsurprisingly,

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / November 8

In 2012, the Los Angeles Dodgers sold for $2 billion to Guggenheim Baseball Management; Forbes now values the team at $7.8 billion

The Los Angeles Dodgers have become one of professional sports’ most valuable franchises, with their estimated worth rising dramatically under Guggenheim Baseball Management.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / November 8

Ex-Dodgers’ Star Turned Baseball Manager Gets Ejected After Heated Debate With Umpire Over Foul Call

The Venezuelan baseball league has witnessed its fair share of managerial meltdowns this season, with former MLB catcher Yadier Molina repeatedly getting ejected for arguing with umpires.

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Shohei Ohtani News / EssentiallySports / November 7

MLB Betting Scandal Takes Unexpected Turn as Shohei Ohtani’s Name Surfaces in Pitch-Rigging Trial

For MLB, the biggest threat may not be a ball crossing the plate but the information exchanged before it gets there. As the trial involving Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz over alleged pitch-rigging continues to expose the murky side of baseball betting, Friday’s testimony may have opened a much bigger can of worms.

Tarik Skubal News / Baseball Now / November 7

Tarik Skubal's Choice In Free Agency Should Be Crystal Clear

Tarik Skubal is this offseason's top free agent, and he is expected to sign before the potential lockout. It's unclear what the lockout will do to team spending, but Skubal is set to cash in beforehand.

Tyler Fitzgerald News / Dodger Blue / November 7

Dodgers Re-Sign Tyler Fitzgerald To Minor League Contract

Tyler Fitzgerald was among the 13 Los Angeles Dodgers Minor League free agents this offseason, but the veteran utilityman will be sticking around in the organization.

Tarik Skubal News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 7

Projecting the Dodgers 2027 Starting Rotation: Who Replaces Tarik Skubal?

The Los Angeles Dodgers are bringing back every member of their 2026 Opening Day starting rotation and all the starting pitchers they expected to help them through the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 7

Robert Van Scoyoc Expected To Remain Dodgers Hitting Coach

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered the offseason expecting all of their coaching staff to return for the 2027 season, but those plans were upended on Friday when it was revealed hitting coach Aaron Bates will not be with the organization moving forward.

Tarik Skubal News / Dodger Blue / November 7

Tarik Skubal May Prefer Re-Signing With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an important decision to make regarding Tarik Skubal’s future with the organization. The left-hander has hit the open market and there is an expectation that he intends to sign with a team before the current collective bargaining agreement (CBA) expires on Dec.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 6

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / November 6

Aaron Bates Confirmed to Leave Dodgers Following Contract Negotiations Breakdown Despite 12-Season Tenure

The Dodgers appeared set to retain their coaching staff heading into the 2027 season. Andrew Friedman reinforced that expectation when he said, “I expect status quo.” However, Aaron Bates’ future with the organization has taken an unexpected turn.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Why Dodgers are suddenly parting ways with co-hitting coach

The Los Angeles Dodgers have parted ways with co-hitting coach Aaron Bates after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract, MLBTR’s Tim Dierkes reported on Friday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / November 6

Reports: Dodgers to part ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates

The Los Angeles Dodgers will part ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates, multiple outlets reported Friday. Bates, who has been one of the Dodgers' two hitting coaches along with Robert Van Scoyoc, failed to reach terms on a new contract with the club, the reports indicated.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6