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Dave Roberts, the winningest Dodgers manager since 2015, faced criticism yet led the team to 98 wins in 2024, demonstrating strategic prowess amid challenges.
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After winning the 2024 championship, the Dodgers face off-season questions, particularly in outfield positions. Re-signing Teoscar Hernández is preferred, with other options like Bellinger available for improvement.
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In 2024, the Dodgers’ infield showed mixed results despite achieving a championship. Key players included Freeman, Lux, Rojas, Betts, and Muncy, facing positional uncertainties.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers signed utility fielder Tommy Edman to a five-year, $74 million contract. Edman contributed significantly to their World Championship season after recovering from injuries.
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The Dodgers’ starting rotation looks strong with Snell and others, but injuries to Glasnow, Ohtani, and uncertainties surrounding Yamamoto, Gonsolin, and May necessitate adding another pitcher for 2025.
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The Dodgers signed Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million deal to enhance their rotation, addressing their previous lack of left-handed pitchers.
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Shohei Ohtani unanimously won the National League MVP, achieving remarkable stats and leading the Dodgers to their first championship since 1988.
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Brusdar Graterol faced a challenging 2024 season, including surgery for a right labrum tear. Despite limited appearances, he showed promise, with a notable return expected in 2025.
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Tyler Glasnow, a significant acquisition for the Dodgers, faced injuries preventing postseason play. Despite impressive stats, his ego and fragility led to doubts about his future with the team.
