Dodgers Expected to Pursue $41 Million Closer to Bolster Bullpen: Insider
Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers plan to strengthen their bullpen by targeting a top reliever, Pete Fairbanks, who recorded 27 saves last season. They have $87 million available to spend following player departures and might not aim for the highest offers in the market. Fairbanks is expected to sign a contract worth $41 million over three years.Key Facts
- The Dodgers want to improve their bullpen after last year's strategy didn't work well.
- Relievers are in high demand during the offseason, and all teams are looking for strong players.
- Pete Fairbanks, a former Tampa Bay Rays closer, had a 2.83 ERA and 27 saves in the last season.
- Fairbanks is predicted to sign a three-year, $41 million contract.
- The Dodgers have $87 million available to allocate to new players.
- The team might not aim to outbid others but focus on specific bullpen needs.
- Fairbanks' defense numbers suggest he might perform even better with the Dodgers.
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