"The Dodgers, rather than signing multiple players, targeted the two biggest names in the 2025 offseason, Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker. Other than those two players, Los Angeles is relying on their organizational depth to step up and key players to bounce back."
"Hernandez had a lackluster offensive season in 2025, creating runs at an average with a 102 wRC+. He struggled with his eye, ranking in the 8th percentile in terms of whiff rate. He only had a 7th percentile walk rate and 29th percentile strikeout rate."
"For the 2026 season, when he moves into left field with the arrival of Kyle Tucker, Hernandez needs to either improve his defense or offense if he wants to remain a viable option for the organization's plan. The 33-year-old is off to a blazing start as a hitter in spring training with a 132 wRC+."
"By all accounts, Tanner Scott had a terrible season in 2025. As the big-money reliever, Scott ended up with a shocking 4.74 ERA and he did not pitch in the postseason."
The Los Angeles Dodgers achieved World Series success in 2025 through a selective offseason approach, acquiring only two marquee players—Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker—rather than pursuing multiple signings. The team depended on organizational depth and veteran contributions to overcome roster limitations. Three players are expected to improve significantly in 2026: Teoscar Hernandez struggled offensively with a 102 wRC+ and poor defense in 2025 but shows promise in spring training with a 132 wRC+; Tanner Scott, the high-priced reliever, posted a disappointing 4.74 ERA and missed postseason action; and other key players are anticipated to bounce back from injury or performance regression to strengthen the roster.
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