This spring the Los Angeles Dodgers were once again joined in camp by former closer Eric Gagne as a guest instructor. However, this year differed from the past, as Gagne threw multiple bullpen sessions in preparation for the 2017 World Baseball Classic.
But the 41-year-old also had his focus on a bigger picture. After last pitching in the Majors in 2008 with the Milwaukee Brewers, a comeback is on Gagne’s mind. In February, the Dodgers were reported among the teams with interest in the right-hander.
According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet, Gagne said he’s focused on signing with the Dodgers on a Minor League contract:
Los Angeles recently added veteran pitchers Jair Jurrjens and Justin Masteron on Minor League deals.