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Twins acquire southpaw reliever Anthony Banda from Dodgers

The Minnesota Twins acquired left-handed reliever Anthony Banda in a trade with the Dodgers on Thursday, sending international bonus pool money to Los Angeles in the deal.

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Every Dodgers transaction throughout 2026 season

Here is every transaction for the Los Angeles Dodgers for the entire 2026 season, starting with the first day of spring training through the end of the team’s postseason run.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / February 12

The Dodgers will make another run for a championship with Kiké Hernández

“What else did you expect?!!!” And with those five words, Kiké Hernández got ahead of the Dodgers’ official announcement that he has re-signed with the club.

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How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?

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Enrique Hernandez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12

Enrique Hernandez breaks news about his future with Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been very busy ahead of MLB spring training. On Wednesday, the Dodgers re-signed pitcher Evan Phillips. Then, they gave Max Muncy a one-year extension on Thursday.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

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Anthony Banda News / Dodger Blue / February 12

Anthony Banda Traded To Twins

Anthony Banda became a casualty of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ depth, and he was designated for assignment last week as a result. That gave the Dodgers seven days to either place him on outright or unconditional release waivers, or find a trade for the left-hander.

Anthony Banda News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

Dodgers Trade Anthony Banda To Twins

The Twins have acquired veteran left-hander Anthony Banda from the Dodgers, per announcements from both clubs. Minnesota is sending international bonus space back to L.A.

Max Muncy News / Dodger Blue / February 12

Dodgers Sign Max Muncy To One-Year Contract Extension

The Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to terms with Max Muncy on a one-year contract extension for $10 million guaranteed, which includes a $7 million salary for the 2027 season and a $10 million club option for 2028.

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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.

Max Muncy News / Field Level Media / February 12

Dodgers 3B Max Muncy agrees to 1-year, $10M extension

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced a one-year, $10 million extension with veteran third baseman Max Muncy on Thursday. The deal includes a $7 million salary for the 2027 season and a $10 million club option for 2028 that includes a $3 million buyout.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 12

Why Some Dodgers Had to be at 2026 Spring Training Early

The Los Angeles Dodgers only have a domestic Opening Day on their schedule this year for the first time since the 2023 season, but they still are going to be the last team to start Spring Training.

Max Muncy News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

Dodgers, Max Muncy Agree To Extension

The Dodgers announced Thursday that they’ve agreed to a one-year contract extension with third baseman Max Muncy. He’s now guaranteed an additional $10MM in the form of a $7MM salary in 2027 and a $3MM buyout on a $10MM club option for the 2028 campaign.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 12