Dodgers Nation: Dodgers Dougout

Baseball is officially back! Spring training is underway as Dodgers pitchers and catchers have reported to Camelback Ranch in Arizona, where the team will spend more than a month preparing for the upcoming season.

The Dodgers are the odds-on favorite to repeat as World Series Champions, but from finding a new super-utility man, to solidifying their rotation, to the back end of the bullpen, and more. Here are five burning questions that could be answered this spring!

Plus, the best sights and sounds from the Dodgers arrival in Arizona and first days of spring training.

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Trevor Bauer, the reigning 2020 National League Cy Young Award winner, is headed to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The free agent announced his move to the boys in blue for a reported 3-year, $102 million deal with the club. The deal has opt-outs after the first and second years, raking in $40 million in 2021 and $45 million in 2022, according to sources.

After shocking the baseball world by signing Bauer, the Dodgers will now presumably focus their attention on getting a deal done with free agent third baseman, Justin Turner. We discuss how the Trevor Bauer mega-signing impacts a potential deal with Justin Turner. Plus, the Milwaukee Brewers are reportedly still interested in signing J.T.

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In an appearance on MLB Network Radio last week, Dodgers Reporter/Host of "Dodger Talk", David Vassegh said the Dodgers 'are definitely in talks with free agent infielder DJ LeMahieu'.

We dive into the latest rumors linking LeMahieu to LA and assess how he would fit into the Dodgers lineup. Then, the Dodgers traded for left-handed pitcher Garrett Cleavinger. Plus, why adding DJ LeMahieu to an already potent Dodgers lineup could transform them into one of the greatest offenses in baseball history.

In other news, for much of the offseason, it has remained unclear what kind of deal the most coveted free agent arm, Trevor Bauer, is seeking. That changed late Tuesday night after MLB Network's Jon Heyman tweeted that teams interested in Bauer are suggesting the prized free agent is looking for a five- to six-year deal worth between $36 to $40 million per season. Bauer denied the report and proceeded to get into it with Heyman on Twitter.

We dive into Trevor Bauer's Twitter feud with Jon Heyman and discuss whether there's any truth to the rumor. Next, we assess whether the Dodgers would consider signing the reigning National League Cy Young-winner to one of the most lucrative deals for a pitcher in MLB history. Plus, do the Dodgers need to add an arm to their starting rotation and should they inquire about Cincinnati Reds RHP Luis Castillo?

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Happy New Year, Dodgers Nation! Your Dodgers triumphed in 2020, winning their first World Series title in 32 years, but it's time to turn the page and look ahead to the upcoming 2021 season!

From Mookie Betts having success against lefties again, to Corey Seager inking an extension, to Walker Buehler getting off to a fast start, we ring in the new year with resolutions for most of LA's returning roster for the upcoming 2021!

Plus, will Justin Turner be back to help the Dodgers defend their title in 2021?

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After a cold start to the winter, the MLB hot stove heated up in a big way thanks to a blockbuster trade between the Tampa Bay Rays and the San Diego Padres. Over the weekend, the Rays agreed to send 2018 Cy Young award winner Blake Snell to the Padres in exchange for four prospects headlined by right-handed power pitching prospect Luis Patiño.

We discuss whether Blake Snell is the game-changer that will put the Padres over the top in the NL West and how the move could impact the Dodgers offseason plans. Plus, are the Dodgers positioning themselves to make a big off-season splash?

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With Justin Turner's future with the Dodgers still uncertain, we explore the internal alternatives that could man the hot corner for L.A. next season. First, we assess the offensive and defensive production from last season at third base, between Justin Turner, Edwin Ríos, and Max Muncy.

Then, we take a look at the Dodgers best available internal options to plug in at third, in the event that the club's stalwart at third base for the past seven seasons, Justin Turner, signs elsewhere. With Edwin Rios, Will Smith, Chris Taylor, and Max Muncy all capable of filling the void, we rank which current Dodgers are best suited for the role.

Plus, why the Dodgers should avoid trading for a high-profile third baseman like Nolan Arenado and Will Smith the baseball player finally meets the actor Will Smith!

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After winning their first World Series title in 32 years, the Los Angeles Dodgers season is now complete! Now it’s time to start handing out grades for the 2020 season and for the fifth part of this series, we take a look at the Dodgers starting pitchers.

We hand out grades and assess the 2020 campaigns for Clayton Kershaw, Walker Buehler, Julio Urías, Dustin May, Tony Gonsolin, and more! Plus, a look at the future for each Dodger starter and early look at the 2021 starting rotation.

Note: these grades include the regular season and postseason.

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With five different pitchers recording saves for the Dodgers during their 2020 postseason run, one of the big questions entering next season is: who will anchor the back end of LA's bullpen?

Kenley Jansen has held on to the title as Dodgers closer for nearly a decade, but after another shaky postseason that saw Dave Roberts opt for Blake Treinen and Julio Urías for key saves down the stretch, it appears that Jansen’s role as every day closer could be coming to an end. Should Kenley struggle, the Dodgers have several capable candidates who could slam the door shut in the ninth inning. Additionally, there are several external options for Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman to consider.

We break down LA’s potential closer options for the 2021 season and take a look at some of the arms available in free agency. Plus, we discuss Dave Roberts' recent comments on wanting to see Kenley Jansen continue on as the Dodgers closer next season.

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With one year left on his contract before entering free agency, the Dodgers have a big decision to make regarding Corey Seager: do they offer the elite shortstop a lucrative contract extension?

Coming off a monster 2020 campaign, where he finished top 10 in MVP voting, won both the NLCS and World Series MVPs, the all-star shortstop could be the next Dodger in line to get locked up long term. We assess Seager’s value and if the Dodgers are willing to offer Corey Seager a 9-figure extension this offseason.

Plus, how big of an obstacle is Scott Boras in possible Corey Seager extension talks?

Next, with the MLB winter meetings upon us and the hot stove set to heat up, we take a look at one of the most coveted free agents this offseason: DJ LeMahieu. With the New York Yankees prioritizing re-signing the 2020 AL batting crown winner, we discuss what it would take to pry LeMahieu away from the Pinstripes and how he would fit on the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Plus, we discuss ESPN's senior MLB Insider Jeff Passan's piece, where he mentions the Dodgers as a possible landing spot for LeMahieu.

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After winning their first World Series title in 32 years, the Los Angeles Dodgers season is now complete! Now it’s time to start handing out grades for the 2020 season and for the second part of this series, we take a look at the Dodgers infielders.

We hand out grades and assess the 2020 campaigns for Corey Seager, Justin Turner, Max Muncy, Kiké Hernández, Chris Taylor, Edwin Rios, Gavin Lux, and more! Plus, a look at the future for each member of the 2020 Dodgers infield.

Note: these grades include the regular season and postseason.

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