The Los Angeles Dodgers are not just embarking on another offseason; they are navigating the most important offseason of their modern era. With back-to-back World Series triumphs secured, the franchise is laser-focused on the pursuit of a historic three-peat—a feat only achieved by two franchises in MLB history and not since the Yankees’ run from 1998-2000.
The consensus within the organization is clear: the 2026 challenge will require depth, discipline, chemistry, and an unshakable commitment to sustaining greatness.
The Core: Veteran Voices Demand Continuity
The loudest voices demanding continuity and signaling a no-nonsense approach to 2026 have come directly from the locker room, confirming the mindset needed for a three-peat:
- Freddie Freeman (the main character): Immediately after the final out of the 2025 World Series, Freeman stated: “Job in 2024, done. Job in 2025, done. Job in 2026, starts now.” This sets the tone for relentless focus.
- Kiké Hernández: The veteran utility player was more blunt: “Everybody’s been asking questions about a dynasty. How about three in six years? How about a back-to-back? Yes, we’re a mother-effin’ dynasty, baby.” This bravado confirms the championship mentality is deeply ingrained.
- Miguel Rojas: The veteran infielder emphasized the role players, noting, “It’s about everybody in this organization doing what they need to do when their name is called.” The Dodgers are expected to strongly consider bringing back veteran clubhouse leaders like Rojas and Hernández (who are both free agents) to preserve that chemistry.
Quiet Roster Moves and Critical Needs
Despite the star-studded lineup (Betts, Ohtani, Freeman, Yamamoto, Snell, Glasnow), the Dodgers are fully aware that the bullpen and outfield were their most glaring weaknesses in 2025.
Top Offseason Needs
| Area | Current Weakness | Roster Moves / Quiet Action |
| Outfield | Offense (excluding Betts/Ohtani) and Defense (especially after the failed Michael Conforto experiment). | Heavily linked to top free agent Kyle Tucker (a potential $400M+ signing) and exploring other high-end defenders. |
| Bullpen | Inconsistency and a collective ERA well over 4.00, forcing the rotation to cover more innings. | Exercised club option on veteran reliever Alex Vesia; designated veteran Tony Gonsolin for assignment; expected to seek high-leverage free agent arms to rebuild the depth. |
| Bench/Depth | Need for a true utility player after the retirement of Clayton Kershaw and the free agency of key veterans. | Expected to re-sign Miguel Rojas for his defense and clubhouse influence. |
Injury Updates: The Three-Peat Depth
The most crucial factor is pitching health. The pursuit of the three-peat will depend on the successful return of key arms, illustrating the premium placed on depth:
- Evan Phillips (RHP): Began a throwing progression in November after undergoing Tommy John surgery in June 2025. He is expected to return at some point during the 2026 season but will likely miss significant time.
- Tommy Edman (INF/OF): Undergoing surgery on his right ankle. The hope is he will be ready around the beginning of Spring Training, adding defensive flexibility.
- River Ryan & Gavin Stone (RHP): Both high-upside starters are expected to have regular offseasons after their respective surgeries (Tommy John for Ryan; Shoulder for Stone) and will compete for rotation depth spots in 2026.
The front office is operating with the discipline of a championship military unit: cutting losses (Conforto, Gonsolin), rewarding veterans (Muncy, Vesia), and aggressively targeting the pieces (Kyle Tucker) that could definitively sustain this era of greatness.
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