The Los Angeles Dodgers continue their offseason spending spree, signing All-Star reliever Tanner Scott to a four-year, $72 million contract.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have added another marquee player to their roster, agreeing to a four-year, $72 million contract with left-handed reliever Tanner Scott, according to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com.
Scott, 30, chose the Dodgers over the Chicago Cubs, as reported by ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. This signing comes just two days after the Dodgers secured Japanese pitching star Rōki Sasaki.
Tanner Scott’s Dominant 2023 Season
Scott had an outstanding 2023 season, posting a 9-6 record with a 1.75 ERA and 84 strikeouts in 72 innings while splitting time between the Miami Marlins and San Diego Padres.
His performance earned him his first All-Star selection, cementing his status as one of the top pitchers on the free agent market.
With this move, the Dodgers further bolster a bullpen that already ranked third in MLB in bullpen ERA last season.
Dodgers’ Offseason Spending Spree
The Dodgers have shown no hesitation in spending big to maintain their competitive edge.
Their 2023-24 offseason saw over $1 billion committed to signing Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Teoscar Hernández, re-signing Clayton Kershaw, and extending Tyler Glasnow after acquiring him via trade.
This offseason, the Dodgers have continued their aggressive approach, adding Blake Snell, Hyeseong Kim, Michael Conforto, Scott, and Rōki Sasaki, while re-signing Hernández and Blake Treinen.
World Series Favorites Once Again
Fresh off their eighth World Series title, the Dodgers remain the clear favorites for the upcoming season.
With their revamped roster, they aim to build on their league-high 98 wins from last year, achieved despite dealing with significant injuries.
The 2024 season kicks off on March 18 in Tokyo, where the Dodgers will face the Chicago Cubs in a two-game series.
The Dodgers’ relentless pursuit of excellence ensures they’ll once again be a force to reckon with as they chase another championship.
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