MESA, Ariz. —The Chicago Cubs need extra. Having lastly made a long-awaited return to the postseason and even incomes a collection victory in the wild-card spherical in opposition to the Padres final October, a lofty customary has been reestablished for one in all baseball’s most outstanding franchises. On Monday, forward of their first full-squad exercise,…
Son of Hall of Famer agrees to Astros contract after Blue Jays, Dodgers stints originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Houston Astros have been putting together a solid roster this offseason, and while there’s still more work to do, namely with the infield…
Alden GonzalezFeb 13, 2026, 03:00 PM ET Close ESPN baseball reporter. Covered the LA Rams for ESPN from 2016 to 2018 and the LA Angels for MLB.com from 2012 to 2016. Multiple Authors PHOENIX — Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia spoke publicly Friday for the first time since losing a newborn daughter in the…
It’s time for the annual tradition of fan favorite and postseason stalwart Kiké Hernández returning to the Dodgers. The veteran utility player says he’s back in Los Angeles for a fifth time, posting on Instagram on Thursday that he’s returning to the Dodgers for 2026. From Hernández on Instagram: “What else did you expect?!!! 3…
By Anthony Franco | February 12, 2026 at 11:48am CDT As expected, the Dodgers are bringing Kike Hernandez back for the 2026 season. The utilityman announced the agreement on social media, posting “What else did you expect? Three in a row has a nice ring to it!” The Dodgers have not yet announced the signing….
Feb 12, 2026, 11:52 AM ET The Los Angeles Dodgers and third baseman Max Muncy reached agreement on a one-year contract extension worth $10 million guaranteed, the team announced Thursday. The contract includes a $7 million salary for the 2027 season and a $10 million team option ($3 million buyout) for the 2028 season. Editor’s…
Feb 11, 2026, 12:39 PM ET Right-handed reliever Evan Phillips, who is coming off Tommy John surgery, agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million contract Wednesday to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Phillips, 31, is expected to return around July. The late-inning reliever appeared in just seven games at the start of the 2025 season,…
The Los Angeles Dodgers designated pitcher Anthony Banda for assignment Friday, days before pitchers and catchers are due to report to the team’s spring training camp in Arizona. Banda, a left-handed reliever, was a key member of the Dodgers’ bullpen that defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games to win their second consecutive World…
By Darragh McDonald | February 6, 2026 at 1:44pm CDT The Dodgers announced that they have designated left-hander Anthony Banda for assignment. That’s the corresponding move for their claim of catcher Ben Rortvedta move that was previously reported. More to eat. Los Angeles Dodgers Transactions Anthony Banda View Comments (22)
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Anthony Banda is not a lock on the Opening Day roster, according to team insider Jack Harris. Banda is set to battle for a roster spot alongside Jack Dreyer, Ben Casparius, Justin Wrobleski, Will Klein, and Edgardo Henriquez. “Still, there’s a lot to be decided during camp. Banda and Dreyer both…
