The Los Angeles Dodgers won their second World Series title in five seasons by defeating the New York Yankees.
They also have won the National League West in 11 of the past 12 seasons.
With a roster that is already overflowing with talent, the Dodgers continued to add key players this offseason.
They acquired starting pitcher Blake Snell from the San Francisco Giants, starting pitcher Roki Sasaki from Japan, and relief pitcher Tanner Scott from the San Diego Padres.
While the pitching and offense look to be elite, one MLB insider addressed the concern about the defense.
“The Dodgers don’t necessarily view their defense as a strength, but they also don’t necessarily view it as a weakness,” Ken Rosenthal said, via Foul Territory.
Is the @Dodgers defense a concern? @Ken_Rosenthal weighs in on #FTLive pic.twitter.com/BX9cnMQ7O6
— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) January 28, 2025
The specific pieces of the defense that Rosenthal mentions are corner outfielders Teoscar Hernandez and Michael Conforto, a duo that lacks elite range.
Along with the outfield, Mookie Betts will be playing shortstop full-time for the first time, and he graded out as below average in 2024 when he played there.
However, he now has a full offseason and spring training to prepare for the position, so his defensive grade will likely improve.
It will be something to watch as the 2025 season approaches with the Dodgers poised to dominate again.
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