Star pitcher Edwin Díaz, known for his dominant closing performances, recently signed a massive three-year, sixty-nine-million-dollar contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, joining the Dodgers meant a change for Díaz, as his long-time jersey number, thirty-nine, was unavailable. After discussing it with his wife, Díaz found inspiration close to home and decided to wear number three, a choice directly inspired by his three sons. He officially debuted his new number three jersey on Friday in Los Angeles, marking a new chapter in his career.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers kick off their 2026 MLB season against the New York Mets on April 15th, with Joe Buck returning to ESPNs broadcasting booth. Buck, a Ford C. Frick Award winner, joins his late father in the Hall of Fame, highlighting a family legacy in sports broadcasting. The Dodgers signed Edwin Díaz, while the Mets saw player movement, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.

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Los Angeles athletes Mookie Betts and Puka Nacua face backlash for antisemitic comments on Adin Rosss live stream, following a history of controversial remarks and bans on the platform.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers made headlines by signing three-time All-Star closer Edwin Díaz to a record-breaking contract, demonstrating their aggressive financial strategy. With supportive ownership and substantial revenue from various sources, the team is now in a strong financial position, allowing them to invest heavily in top-tier players. However, they remain strategic, often stretching out guaranteed money for their best players over many years, as seen with their deferred payments totaling over one billion dollars.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have bolstered their roster with veteran infielder Miguel Rojas and elite closer Edwin Díaz. However, they still need to address their outfield, with Lars Nootbaar from the St. Louis Cardinals emerging as a potential target. Kiké Hernándezs return is also expected, though his timing is uncertain due to elbow surgery.

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Mookie Betts, LA Dodgers star, skips World Baseball Classic for his wifes babys birth.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are making headlines with their aggressive offseason moves, aiming to sign top free agents like Cody Bellinger, Alex Bregman, and Bo Bichette. Theyve already added Edwin Díaz to their bullpen and are considering Pete Fairbanks for further upgrades. Meanwhile, other teams are also vying for these players, with Harrison Bader potentially joining the Kansas City Royals, Alex Bregman attracting interest from the Chicago Cubs, and Bo Bichette being considered by the Boston Red Sox. Cody Bellinger, a former Dodger, is also a hot commodity, with the New York Mets showing significant interest.

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Mookie Betts, Los Angeles Dodgers star, and his wife Brianna are expecting their third child in March, causing him to miss the World Baseball Classic. Betts, who already has a daughter and a son, jokingly mentioned his wifes ultimatum. Meanwhile, Detroit Tigers Tarik Skubal confirmed his participation in Team USA.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a significant move to strengthen their pitching staff, signing left-handed relief ace Tanner Scott to a four-year, seventy-two-million-dollar contract. Despite Scotts struggles in the previous season, where he blew several leads and suspected he might have been tipping his pitches, the Dodgers are confident in his abilities. Scott is now focused on putting his past struggles behind him and contributing to the teams quest for their third consecutive World Series title.

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Corey, the creator of DNN, shares the mission of his global local news ticker in audio, now broadcasting in 140 cities across the U.S., Australia, Canada, and the UK. He addresses concerns about AI, emphasizing its role in delivering local news quickly and accurately, without replacing journalism. He encourages listeners to find their city on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and subscribe to support DNNs expansion to underserved communities.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers, reigning World Series champions, are set to receive a substantial postseason share of $484,747.57 each, totaling over $46 million from a $128.2 million player pool. This pool, generated from playoff gate receipts, is distributed based on team performance, with the Dodgers receiving 36% due to their victory. The distribution also includes partial shares and miscellaneous cash awards, with some athletic trainers and strength coaches eligible for shares based on player votes.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers World Series victory earned them a postseason share of $484,748, a slight increase from 2022 but less than 2023s winners share. The total prize pool, $128.2 million, was down from 2024s record. The Dodgers distributed $461,000 in full shares and $340,000 in cash awards, compared to the Astros record $516,347 full share in 2022 and the Rangers $506,263 in 2023. The Blue Jays received $354,118, just under the Yankees $354,572 in 2023.

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Los Angeles Dodgers secure significant postseason bonuses, totaling over $484,000 per player, from a $128.2 million prize pool. This is slightly more than their 2024 championship shares. The Blue Jays, AL champions, received $354,118.39 per full share from a $30 million pool. Brewers and Mariners, LC Series participants, earned over $15 million each. Full share values vary based on the number of shares distributed and additional cash awards.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a significant move by signing star relief pitcher Edwin Díaz to a three-year, sixty-nine million dollar deal. This acquisition is expected to bolster their bullpen, which faced challenges last season. ESPNs Bradford Doolittle praised the move, giving it an A grade, citing Díazs potential impact. Despite missing the entire 2023 season due to injury, Díazs talent is undeniable, having earned a high WAR in the past five years. With Díaz closing games, the Dodgers bullpen could see a shift in roles, potentially making them a formidable force.

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Mookie Betts, the Los Angeles Dodgers star, and his wife Brianna are expecting their third child in March, causing him to miss the World Baseball Classic. The couple already has a daughter and a son, and Betts is focusing on family, personal branding, and his fifty-fifty Foundation, which empowers underserved youth.

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Clayton Kershaw, the legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher, concluded his career with a historic three-thousand strikeout milestone, becoming the only left-hander to achieve this with a single team. Despite injuries, he found form in June, posting a four-zero record and a two point two eight ERA. Kershaw, named to his eleventh All-Star team, secured his third World Series championship in his final season, retiring as the Dodgers all-time leader in strikeouts and second in wins.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers 2026 pitching rotation, featuring stars like Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, is considered the best in MLB. However, injuries have plagued the team in recent seasons, with Snell, Glasnow, and Sasaki spending significant time on the injured list in 2025. The Dodgers have a strong backup plan with promising young right-handers Emmet Sheehan, Gavin Stone, and River Ryan, who could be crucial in their pursuit of a third consecutive World Series title.

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Mookie Betts, the star shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers, has decided not to play for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic due to family commitments, particularly the expected birth of his third child. This decision, made during a live appearance on Kick, highlights Betts prioritization of family and his lighthearted approach to the situation. The loss of Betts from Team USA is significant, as he previously hit .313 for the team in the 2023 tournament. For the Dodgers, this decision showcases the balance top athletes must maintain between winning, staying healthy, and family life.

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Veteran pitcher Kirby Yates, once a promising addition to the Dodgers bullpen, experienced a dramatic decline in performance during the past baseball season. Despite initial promise, injuries and a lackluster strikeout rate plagued his season, leading to an early end due to a second hamstring issue.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers aim for a three-peat in the 2026 season, but challenges loom. Key factors include the aging of star players, health of the pitching rotation, and the success of their closer position investment.

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