The Dodgers, MLB's first repeat World Series champions in more than two decades, are believed to be involved in the bidding for both Tucker and free-agent infielder Bo Bichette. Per ESPN, agents believe the Dodgers are hoping to land one of the two "on a shorter-term deal with a high average annual value closer to their price range."

The Dodgers are emerging as the leading destination for a top ace at the MLB trade deadline, strengthening their position as a prime contender to land one of the market’s biggest arms.

Trade discussions centered around Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta "are about to resume in earnest," according to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon.

MLB analyst Jesse Rogers feels the Dodgers have no yet given up their hopes of landing Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal this year.

Brusdar Graterol was among the nine Los Angeles Dodgers players who went into the offseason eligible for salary arbitration in 2026, but that group had been whittled down come the deadline to tender contracts in late November.

The New York Yankees and free-agent outfielder Cody Bellinger remain at an impasse, with The Athletic's Brendan Kuty reporting that a deal does not appear to be close.

Tarik Skubal is once again at the center of MLB trade rumors, and this time the Los Angeles Dodgers are being linked to a bold midseason move. As free.