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The Los Angeles Dodgers went into the offseason with nine players eligible for arbitration in 2026, but the group has since been reduced after several moves.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 22

Dodgers Arbitration: Anthony Banda, Alex Call, Brock Stewart & More Tendered Contracts For 2026 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers 40-man roster has remained near-full or without any open space so far this offseason. That looks to still be the case for the foreseeable future as the team tendered contracts to players who are eligible for salary arbitration for the 2026 season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / November 20

2025 Dodgers season review: Anthony Banda

No pitcher on the roster appeared in more games for the Dodgers in 2025 than Anthony Banda, perhaps not the hero this team deserved, but the one it needed to get through a grind of a regular season filled with underwhelming performances, some disappointment, and a great need for innings-eaters.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 25

Blue Jays exploit Dodgers bullpen in statement World Series win

The rubber match between Los Angeles Dodgers veteran southpaw Blake Snell and Toronto Blue Jays phenom Trey Yesavage didn’t quite go as either team had planned.

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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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 24

Blue Jays' Addison Barger accomplishes World Series first in Game 1

Toronto Blue Jays utility man Addison Barger entered Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night with 28 home runs in his career. None of them compared to the home run he hit in the bottom of the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / October 23

Former Diamondbacks to keep an eye on in World Series

TORONTO — The Arizona Diamondbacks may not play in this year’s World Series, but their roots are still present. As the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays prepare to face off for the ultimate prize, two familiar names Arizona fans will recognize are Anthony Banda and Daulton Varsho.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 5

Dodgers Wanted Clayton Kershaw On NLDS Roster; Anthony Banda Picked For Matchups

The Los Angeles Dodgers roster for the National League Division Series included just two changes from the Wild Card round, both on the pitching staff, as Anthony Banda and Clayton Kershaw were added.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 4

Dodgers Reveal NLDS Roster, Make Key Changes to Pitching Staff

The Dodgers revealed their 26-man roster for the National League Division Series on Saturday. Left-handers Anthony Banda and Clayton Kershaw were added to the pitching staff for the best-of-five series against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 3

2025 NLDS: Anthony Banda, Clayton Kershaw Likely Changes For Dodgers Postseason Roster

With Clayton Kershaw making a regular start on the final day of the regular season, it signaled he was not going to be on the Los Angeles Dodgers roster for their National League Wild Card Series matchup against the Cincinnati Reds.

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 30

2025 Dodgers Wild Card Roster: Will Smith Included, Michael Conforto & Anthony Banda Left Off

The Los Angeles Dodgers roster for the 2025 National League Wild Card consists of 15 hitters, 11 pitchers and one Shohei Ohtani as a two-way player. The Dodgers opted to go with fewer pitchers for the short three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds, carrying two fewer than the maximum number permitted.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26

Dodgers Pitcher Considered Retirement in Offseason Before Coming to LA

Dodgers pitcher Anthony Banda pitched for seven teams over parts of seven major league seasons before he joined the Dodgers in May 2024. On the surface, it would seem that finding employment has never been an issue for the 32-year-old left-hander.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 10

Anthony Banda, Stephen Nelson Participate In Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Legacy Scholars Ceremony

The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation recently celebrated their fourth cohort of Legacy Scholars during a special ceremony and visit at Dodger Stadium. Dodgers broadcaster Stephen Nelson and Anthony Banda accompanied LADF chief executive officer Nichol Whiteman in addressing the esteemed group of 10 students.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 4

Anthony Banda: The Barber

Anthony Banda envisioned his big league career would be over after being released by the Washington Nationals after the 2023 season. After a trade to the Dodgers from the Cleveland Guardians, Banda resurrected his career and rightfully earned himself a spot as a mainstay in the bullpen.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 30

Dodgers Top Reliever Says He Almost Retired

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Anthony Banda has spent less than a full season with the team, but he quickly became a fan favorite. Banda was traded to the Dodgers in exchange for cash considerations in May 2024.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / March 27

For a handful of Dodgers, Opening Day hits a little different

Veteran Anthony Banda’s locker is next to rookie Ben Casparius in the Dodgers’ clubhouse. It’s two pitchers with much different Major League stories. They’re connected, though.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 21, 2024