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Dodgers Could Easily Add a Readily Available Quick-Fix Bullpen Solution

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Jacob Mountz | Last updated Jun 5, 2025 8:00 PM ET

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitching staff has gone through no shortage of pain this season. With a total of 14 hurlers on the injured list and an abundance of trouble from Tanner Scott, the Dodgers’ pitching staff is throwing to a lackluster 4.12 ERA cumulatively entering Thursday, ranked 22 ^nd in MLB for this stat. Given their lack of quality internal options to turn to, one would figure Los Angeles would be working toward solutions. And while trade talks can take time as teams digest proposals, there is one readily available option, and he likely won’t cost too much.

David Robertson pitched to a satisfactory ERA of 3.00 last season with the Rangers. Over his long, distinguished career that spans as far back as 2008, Robertson has been one of the game’s most reliable relievers, maintaining a career 2.91 ERA. He has extensive postseason experience and is the last remaining member of the 2009 New York Yankees’ World Series team. Robertson might not be the same stud that accumulated Cy Young and MVP votes in his Yankees prime, but he has never been a high-risk type of gamble.

Strangely enough, no one showed much interest in Robertson’s free agency, which is still ongoing. Now, Robertson sits idle in an empty marketplace, waiting for teams to call him when they need a plan B. The Philadelphia Phillies were the last to show at least mild consideration just before Jose Alvarado’s suspension was handed down. Still, there have been no reports of serious interest.

At age 40, it is understandable if teams are somewhat skittish about signing Robertson. But given his performance, he’s at least owed a shot. And given that Robertson’s 2024 numbers are a vast improvement over what the Dodgers are getting from their bullpen this year, it just seems like a perfect match.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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