Andrew Friedman says surgery "is not on the table" for Shohei Ohtani's arm. Ohtani is heading back to the drawing board on treatment and training, with a mound return eyed for 2027. One columnist floats trading him, but that's opinion, not a plan. 🧊
Ohtani won't need surgery on his knee or biceps and should be fully healthy by Spring Training, Andrew Friedman said. He'll return to a two-way role in 2027, though limits are undecided. Will Klein had elbow bone chips removed, a minor procedure. 🔧
Friedman says the Dodgers' offseason will be "business as usual" financially after the Brewers swept them out of the postseason, ending their three-peat bid. Mark Walter's focus is reportedly on winning in '27, with Tarik Skubal the big question. 💰
Dodgers fell short of a three-peat with an NLCS exit, and Andrew Friedman brushed off "dynasty over" talk as noise. He expects status quo on staff, no Ohtani surgery, and eyes a parade next November, with a lockout and an aging core looming. 🎯
Shohei Ohtani needs no surgery on his right biceps or left knee, Andrew Friedman said, and the Dodgers fully expect him to pitch in 2027. The open question is how to balance a full two-way season with being sharp for October. 🔧
Dalton Rushing is set to undergo internal brace surgery on his right elbow's UCL today, per the L.A. Times. The nine-month recovery means no catching until roughly July. With Ohtani at DH, his path to playing time is thin. 🩹
Surgery is off the table for Shohei Ohtani, who played through knee and biceps injuries late in 2026. Andrew Friedman says he "fully expect[s]" Ohtani to pitch in 2027, with the Dodgers weighing three paths for his two-way workload. 🔧
Shohei Ohtani won't have offseason surgery, Andrew Friedman said. After the season, doctors told him to rest his knee and biceps issues. He'll resume pitching in 2027, though the Dodgers still have to work out how to manage the workload. 🩺
Shohei Ohtani's gray Dodgers jersey from Game 1 of the 2025 Tokyo Series sold for a record $2,055,700, topping Aaron Judge's $1.792M mark. It carries the first Gold Logoman patch and Ohtani's Kanji signature. Pricey souvenir for a 2-for-5 night. 🧾
Shohei Ohtani is a finalist for both 2026 Players Choice Player of the Year and NL Outstanding Player, alongside Pete Crow-Armstrong. He fell short in both last year, and the article expects the same outcome. Winners come the week of Oct. 26. 🏆
The Dodgers enter the offseason with their 2026 lineup intact for 2027. Despite having all nine starters signed, they only played together thrice this season due to injuries. Key players include Ohtani, Betts, and Freeman, with most regulars hitting their 30s.
Over the years, Miguel Rojas' journey with the Dodgers has been a tale of unexpected twists. From his 2014 debut to a celebrated retirement, his legacy includes clutch moments that etched him in team history. 🌟
Rocco Baldelli, a special assistant for the Dodgers, is reportedly a candidate for the Mariners' managerial role. His potential move could shift the Dodgers' front office dynamics. 🤔
Kiké Hernández bids a potential farewell to Dodgers fans as he approaches free agency. With the team falling short of a three-peat, his future is uncertain. Hernández's versatility and leadership make him valuable, but LA might opt for a fresh roster shakeup.
Lefty reliever Alex Vesia's future with the Dodgers is uncertain as he hits free agency. Vesia, a reliable bullpen arm since 2020, expressed gratitude to fans amid potential changes. Meanwhile, LA eyes outfielder Teruaki Sato in the international market.
The Dodgers face a pivotal offseason after an unexpected NLCS exit. Key questions include integrating youth into an aging roster, possibly trading Teoscar Hernández to make room for top prospect Josue De Paula, and managing Shohei Ohtani's health challenges.
Freddie Freeman emphasizes that the Dodgers' early playoff exit underscores the reality that high payrolls don't guarantee championships. Despite strong roster additions, L.A. was swept by the Brewers in the NLCS, highlighting the unpredictability of baseball.
The Dodgers' NLCS clash with the Brewers in 2026 set TV viewership records, drawing 7.5 million fans. While they aimed for a third straight World Series title, the Brewers advanced, highlighting baseball's vibrant allure amid looming labor tensions. 📺
Shohei Ohtani was reportedly almost benched for Game 4 of the NLCS due to struggles at the plate. Despite this, he convinced the Dodgers to keep him in the lineup and hit a three-run homer, though they ultimately lost to the Brewers, ending their postseason.
Hyeseong Kim's 2026 season with the Dodgers was underwhelming, seeing limited MLB action and minimal impact. Initially vying for the starting second base role, he ended up in Triple-A. With 2027 pivotal for his career, Kim is determined to improve. 🌟
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