""We understand the immense pride that these guys feel for representing their country in that competition," Friedman said. "...Talking to these guys it's just about partnering up with them. Understanding where they're at, what their thoughts are, how we do it the best way. We have designs to play through October so what does that look like in February, March? Just how to balance all of it. "But really good conversations with all those guys, and at the end of the day we are supportive.""
"Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto will both participate in their second consecutive WBC, and will look to take home the trophy for the second time as well. While Ohtani and Yamamoto will be present, Roki Sasaki will remain with the Dodgers after spending most of the 2025 season on the injured list. Will Smith will feature for Team USA during the tournament as well, and Clayton Kershaw will make his first WBC appearance after retiring from MLB after the end of the 2025 season."
Andrew Friedman said the Dodgers recognize players' pride in representing their countries and work with players to balance WBC participation and club plans. The club seeks to partner with players, understand their situations and thoughts, and coordinate schedules given intentions to play through October. Multiple Dodgers will participate: Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto return for second consecutive WBCs, Will Smith will play for Team USA, and Clayton Kershaw will appear after retiring. Roki Sasaki will remain with the Dodgers due to recent injury time, and Mookie Betts will skip the WBC for family reasons.
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