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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 4
Dodgers have shown interest in Robert Suarez
The Dodgers are among the teams with interest in free agent closer Robert Suarez.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 24
Dodgers activate RHP Roki Sasaki, place RHP Kirby Yates on IL
The Los Angeles Dodgers activated rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki from the 60-day injured list on Wednesday and plan to deploy him out of the bullpen over the final five games as an audition for a postseason spot.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 24
Roki Sasaki Activated, Kirby Yates Placed On Injured List
The Los Angeles Dodgers reinstated Roki Sasaki and placed Kirby Yates on the 15-day injured list due to right hamstring strain. Yates’ IL stint is retroactive to Sept.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24
Dodgers place key bullpen piece on 15-day IL
He went on the IL in mid-May due to a right hamstring strain and missed about three weeks. He also missed about three weeks in August due to lower back pain, so this will be his third IL stint of the year.
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.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 10
Dodgers Want Kirby Yates To Gain ‘Confidence’ & ‘Find Himself’
The Los Angeles Dodgers made many notable signings during the offseason, and they concluded it by adding the two relievers who were believed to be the best available options on the free agent market in Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 30
Red Sox to extend Aroldis Chapman
The Red Sox have agreed to an extension with left-hander Aroldis Chapman that will keep the star reliever in town for the 2026 season, according to a report from Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.
Athletics News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 27
Dodgers Place Veteran Pitcher on IL as Injury Storm Continues
As Kirby Yates rejoined the bullpen from the injured list and Michael Kopech prepares to follow suit, another reliever has landed on the IL. Southpaw Alex Vesia is the only high-leverage reliever who has not missed any time due to injury this season.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 23
Dodgers activate RHP Kirby Yates to bolster bullpen
The Los Angeles Dodgers activated right-hander Kirby Yates from the 15-day injured list in advance of Saturday's game against the San Diego Padres and placed left-handed starter Blake Snell on the paternity list.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 23
Kirby Yates Activated, Blake Snell Placed On Paternity List
The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Kirby Yates off the 15-day injured list and placed Blake Snell on the paternity list ahead of Saturday’s game against the San Diego Padres.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 23
Dodgers Updates: Brock Stewart, Hyeseong Kim, Michael Kopech & Kirby Yates
The Los Angeles Dodgers welcomed back Tanner Scott on Friday and are set to see the likes of Kirby Yates, Enrique Hernández, Hyeseong Kim and Tommy Edman return in the coming weeks as well.
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 / August 21
Tanner Scott & Kirby Yates Potentially Returning During Padres Series
Following a three-game series at Dodger Stadium last weekend, the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres are scheduled to go head-to-head once again four days later at Petco Park.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 20
Dodgers Injury Updates: Tanner Scott & Kirby Yates Begin Rehab Assignments With Triple-A Oklahoma City
The Los Angeles Dodgers sent Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates to begin their rehab assignments on Tuesday with the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets. Both pitchers ended up working a scoreless inning for the Comets and look poised to make another appearance soon.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
Shohei Ohtani had fun with teammate who caught his home run
Shohei Ohtani homered yet again for his Los Angeles Dodgers, and he had some fun with a teammate after going deep.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 10
Former Padres Pitcher Now With Dodgers 'Trying to Beat' San Diego
The rivalry between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres means something different for relief pitcher Kirby Yates. The right-hander was not there for the tension-filled National League Division Series last year.
Dodgers Pitcher Leaves Saturday’s Game vs. Angels With Concerning Injury
The injuries continue to pile up for the Los Angeles Dodgers as reliever Kirby Yates exited Saturday's game in the seventh inning with left hamstring tightness.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 8
Kirby Yates Signed With Dodgers To Pitch Deep Into Postseason
Kirby Yates joined the Los Angeles Dodgers on a one-year, $13 million contract as one of multiple moves to fortify a bullpen that was plenty talented last season.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 4
Kirby Yates Received Signing Bonus & No Deferrals
The Los Angeles Dodgers further bolstered their bullpen by signing Kirby Yates to a one-year, $13 million contract for the 2025 season. The Dodgers’ deal with Yates was originally reported on Jan.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / January 30
RHP Kirby Yates, Dodgers agree to one-year, $13M deal
Right-handed reliever Kirby Yates has agreed to a one-year contract worth $13 million to join the Los Angeles Dodgers. The deal was first reported Jan.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29
Dodgers sign two-time All-Star pitcher as big offseason continues
He becomes the latest big acquisition in a huge Dodgers offseason.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / January 21
Dodgers sign former Blue Jay Kirby Yates
The rich got richer on Tuesday. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the Los Angeles Dodgers have an agreement on a contract with Kirby Yates. It’s unclear what the contract specifics are, but the Dodgers once again added a good player.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 21
Dodgers reportedly adding another star to bullpen
The Dodgers simply won't quit bulking up their roster in preparation for another World Series run.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 12
Texas Rangers All-Star Free Agent Closer Linked to NL Central Team
Texas Rangers closer Kirby Yates is still available in the MLB free agency market. After an impressive 2024 MLB season, he remains as one of the best players still available to be signed.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / December 18
Kirby Yates Is Still An Option! Time Remains For Texas Rangers To Re-Sign All-Star Closer
To assess the market of free-agent Texas Rangers closer Kirby Yates, one has to do some research. Yates is one of the top closers on the market, even at 37 years old.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12, 2024
Tigers have interest in two-time All-Star reliever
He will be limited in the kind of contract he can secure. That’s both on account of his age and also his injury history.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / November 24, 2024
Free Agent Profile: A reunion with Kirby Yates should be considered by the Blue Jays
Could a reunion with Kirby Bates be on the horizon for the Toronto Blue Jays? The word “reunion” is a bit misleading, as he never pitched for the Jays.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 10, 2024
The Braves should target these players before the trade deadline
The Atlanta Braves are in a good position to make the playoffs as a wild-card outfit, but what do they need to do before the trade deadline to bulk up for a potential deep October run?
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 19, 2024
One move each AL West team must make before the trade deadline
The MLB trade deadline is July 30 at 6 p.m. ET, and because only 11 teams have winning records, it promises to be the most intriguing day of the season. Here is a move each AL West team should make.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / December 7, 2023
Rangers Sign Reliever Kirby Yates
It's no secret that the Texas Rangers needed to add quality bullpen arms to their roster prior to the 2024 season. And while the offseason has been relatively
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 5, 2023
Rangers add former MLB saves leader to bullpen
The defending champions are not letting up one bit.
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