"Banda was designated for assignment by the Dodgers last week, a move that surprised many, as the left-handed reliever is very popular among the fans. In exchange for Banda, the Dodgers get international bonus money, Hayes said, though the amount was not specified. He will cost the Twins $1.625 million he was awarded in arbitration this offseason. Banda's Legacy as a Dodger Banda was part of the 2024 and 2025 World Series champion teams, and recording a 0.5 WAR and 3.08 ERA the former year and a 0.9 WAR and 3.18 ERA in 71 appearances last season."
"While his 2025 postseason performance was a little rough - he allowed six runs in 5.2 innings, which equates to a 9.53 ERA - he was dominant in the 2024 playoffs. He pitched eight innings over 10 games, with an ERA of just 1.13. Who Steps in With Banda gone, left-hander Jack Dreyer is expected to get more opportunities. He's younger than the 32-year-old Banda, and the team believes he could provide a higher ceiling. Additionally, the Dodgers have lefties Tanner Scott, Alex Vesia and Justin Wrobleski in the bullpen, providing depth to the pitching staff."
Anthony Banda was traded from the Los Angeles Dodgers to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for international bonus money, with the Twins taking on his $1.625 million arbitration salary. Banda was designated for assignment last week, a move that surprised many fans. He contributed to the Dodgers' 2024 and 2025 World Series runs, posting 0.5 WAR with a 3.08 ERA in 2024 and 0.9 WAR with a 3.18 ERA in 71 appearances in 2025. His 2025 postseason was uneven, while his 2024 playoff work was strong. Jack Dreyer and lefties Tanner Scott, Alex Vesia and Justin Wrobleski provide bullpen depth. Fans reacted emotionally on social media, and the Dodgers visit Minnesota beginning June 22.
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