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Dodgers' Offseason Questions
Dodgers face five key decisions as they prepare for 2027 offseason.
In brief
Dodgers face five key decisions as they prepare for 2027 offseason. Dodgers must decide on Skubal, Hernández, trade options, bullpen, and extensions to transition from dynasty core. Originally reported by California Post.
Quick answers
- Re-sign Hernández?
- Each of the last three offseasons, Kiké Hernández has been a free agent.
- Trade Teoscar?
- Last winter, the Dodgers at least entertained potential trade discussions involving outfielder Teoscar Hernández.
- What is the key takeaway from Dodgers' Offseason Questions?
- Dodgers must decide on Skubal, Hernández, trade options, bullpen, and extensions to transition from dynasty core.
Quiet Winter Begins
For the first time in three years, the Dodgers’ winter has begun with a quiet period.
World Series Miss
They didn’t reach the World Series this fall.
Uncertainty Ahead
A lockout is almost certain to commence at the beginning of December.
Skubal Sweepstakes
Tarik Skubal could break Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s high mark of $325 million guaranteed for a pitcher.
Skubal’s Value
He could get upward of $400 million, if not even closer to $500 million, if the right combination of suitors emerges.
Dodgers’ Interest
Their admiration for Skubal was clear at the trade deadline.
Financial Constraints
Their 2027 payroll (for luxury tax purposes) is at $388.4 million.
Re-sign Hernández?
Each of the last three offseasons, Kiké Hernández has been a free agent.
Hernández’s Uncertainty
After the team’s NLCS elimination, he said he would love to be back but didn’t really know what’s going to happen.
Trade Teoscar?
Last winter, the Dodgers at least entertained potential trade discussions involving outfielder Teoscar Hernández.
Bullpen Questions
Blake Treinen, Alex Vesia and Evan Phillips are all entering free agency.
Extension Options
Andy Pages is entering his first season of arbitration eligibility in 2027.
Freeman’s Future
Freddie Freeman’s contract situation will come to a head over the next 12 months.
The takeaway
Dodgers must decide on Skubal, Hernández, trade options, bullpen, and extensions to transition from dynasty core.
