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Bill Plunkett

Bill Plunkett graduated from Michigan State with a bachelor's degree in journalism. He has worked for daily newspapers as a sportswriter since 1983, in Southern California since 1987 and at the Orange County Register since 1999.

Location: Los Angeles, California, USA

The Dodgers check several boxes expected to be on Ohtani’s wish list as he chooses his next employer, but they have actually not been big spenders in free agency since Andrew Friedman took over.

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Will pursuit of Shohei Ohtani lead Dodgers to get ‘irrational?’

November 9, 2023 at 9:57 a.m.

The Dodgers check several boxes expected to be on Ohtani’s wish list as he chooses his next employer, but they have actually not been big spenders in free agency since...

Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes acknowledges that adding “a starting pitcher or two” is a “priority” this winter, and that might require spending heavily in free agency.

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Dodgers might have to change their history with free-agent starting pitchers

November 8, 2023 at 5:31 p.m.

Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes acknowledges that adding “a starting pitcher or two” is a “priority” this winter, and that might require spending heavily in free agency.

Kershaw underwent shoulder surgery last week and will be sidelined for some portion of the 2024 season, but Friedman says the Dodgers still want him to finish his career with them.

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Andrew Friedman: Dodgers want Clayton Kershaw back even after surgery

November 7, 2023 at 7:03 p.m.

Kershaw underwent shoulder surgery last week and will be sidelined for some portion of the 2024 season, but Friedman says the Dodgers still want him to finish his career with...

The offseason agenda includes the pursuit of Shohei Ohtani – followed by the ripple effects of his decision – and a renewed commitment to building their starting rotation.

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Dodgers head to GM meetings with lengthy to-do list

November 6, 2023 at 8:20 a.m.

The offseason agenda includes the pursuit of Shohei Ohtani – followed by the ripple effects of his decision – and a renewed commitment to building their starting rotation.

The Dodgers will bring back veteran reliever Blake Treinen, who spent the 2023 season recovering from shoulder surgery. The team declined options on Kelly, Alex Reyes, Daniel Hudson and Lance Lynn.

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Dodgers decline options on 4 players, including Joe Kelly

November 5, 2023 at 10:11 p.m.

The Dodgers will bring back veteran reliever Blake Treinen, who spent the 2023 season recovering from shoulder surgery. The team declined options on Kelly, Alex Reyes, Daniel Hudson and Lance...

The Dodgers will pay the 36-year-old Lynn, who became the first pitcher in MLB history to allow four home runs in one inning of a postseason game, a $1 million buyout.

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Dodgers expected to decline Lance Lynn’s $18M club option

November 3, 2023 at 5:28 p.m.

The Dodgers will pay the 36-year-old Lynn, who became the first pitcher in MLB history to allow four home runs in one inning of a postseason game, a $1 million...

In an Instagram post, the future Hall of Famer announces, “I am hopeful to return to play at some point next summer.”

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Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw undergoes shoulder surgery, hopes to pitch in 2024

November 3, 2023 at 4:35 p.m.

In an Instagram post, the future Hall of Famer announces, “I am hopeful to return to play at some point next summer.”

The 33-year-old Muncy, who played almost exclusively at third base in 2023, hit just .212 but had 36 homers and 105 RBIs. His new deal includes a club option for the 2026 season.

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Max Muncy, Dodgers agree on new 2-year, $24 million contract

November 2, 2023 at 3:04 p.m.

The 33-year-old Muncy, who played almost exclusively at third base in 2023, hit just .212 but had 36 homers and 105 RBIs. His new deal includes a club option for...

Mookie Betts is a finalist in the outfield and as a utility player; Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, Will Smith and J.D. Martinez are also finalists.

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5 Dodgers recognized as Silver Slugger finalists

November 2, 2023 at 2:21 p.m.

Mookie Betts is a finalist in the outfield and as a utility player; Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, Will Smith and J.D. Martinez are also finalists.

Betts, a Gold Glove finalist at right field and utility player this year, received the multi-position Fielding Bible Award, tying him with former St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina and former Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons for the most FBAs ever.

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Dodgers’ Mookie Betts ties record with his 6th Fielding Bible Award

October 26, 2023 at 2:28 p.m.

Betts, a Gold Glove finalist at right field and utility player this year, received the multi-position Fielding Bible Award, tying him with former St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina and...

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