As the offseason has played out the Los Angeles Dodgers have actually been one of the more quiet teams. They have been linked to almost every big-name player on the free-agent and trade markets, but to this point, their only addition has been signing Blake Treinen to a one-year contract.
The Dodgers have indicated they intend on making big moves, which may now prove to be more difficult with reduced options. After missing out on each of the top three free agents, Rich Hill and Hyun-Jin Ryu have additionally signed with other clubs.
In a recent appearance on MLB Network’s High Heat, Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten stressed the importance of player development while noting the roster needs to be a mix of homegrown talent, trade acquisitions and free agents:
“Any team that has had sustained success has done it on a foundation of scouting and player development.