"The Dodgers needed a high-leverage relief arm after their bullpen signings from last offseason flopped, and have found a solid answer for their 'pen in Diaz. LA signed the 31-year-old to a three-year, $69 million deal on Tuesday, and he will be the Dodgers' new closer in the upcoming season. Diaz had a 1.63 ERA in 2025, and recorded 28 saves in 31 opportunities throughout the season. Diaz is an MLB-proven arm and will be an invaluable asset to the Dodgers' relief core."
"American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal's name has been thrown around over the last couple of months, as he is only under the Detroit Tigers' control for one more year and doesn't seem close to signing an extension. The Dodgers, understandably, are after the superstar, and the Tigers reportedly held serious talks about their ace during the Winter Meetings." They surprised teams by engaging in serious talks, and were intrigued by the Dodgers' potential package of prospects, triggering trade rumor," Nightengale wrote."
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a proven late-inning arm by signing Edwin Diaz to a three-year, $69 million contract to serve as the team's new closer. Diaz posted a 1.63 ERA in 2025 and converted 28 of 31 save opportunities, providing a high-leverage option for a bullpen that underperformed last year. The Dodgers engaged in trade conversations about American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, with Detroit reportedly holding serious talks and showing interest in Los Angeles' prospect package. The Dodgers passed on their Rule 5 Draft pick, lost no unprotected players, and saw left-hander Brandon Neck selected in the minor-league portion.
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