Dodgers Predicted to Splash at Trade Deadline in 2026

The Athletic’s Katie Woo boldly predicted the Los Angeles Dodgers to have a huge trade deadline in the 2026 season. The Dodgers spent big money to address the holes they had in the outfield and the bullpen during the offseason, but Woo believes the Dodgers have the prospect capital for a blockbuster regardless of how good their team already is. “For as grand as the team’s offseasons have been lately, president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman has taken a more modest approach at the trade deadline,” Woo wrote.

“When it comes to their player development pipeline, the Dodgers are typically risk-averse. But this is one of the few organizations with a farm system deep enough to swing a major trade — and this summer might be the time to let it rip. “With the sport likely headed toward a work stoppage in December, there’s no guarantee baseball’s landscape will remain the same under a new collective bargaining agreement.

The Dodgers have capitalized on the current CBA to a historic extent. If Los Angeles finds itself looking to add at the deadline (as all contenders do), a blockbuster trade could be in play. ” Jan 22, 2025; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Andrew Friedman, President of baseball operations speaks during an introductory press conference for Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) at Dodger Stadium.

Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images The Dodgers made a few trades during last season’s deadline, though neither were exactly blockbusters. They received Brock Stewart from the Twins in exchange for James Outman to address their need for a reliever, then received several prospects along with Ben Rortvedt in exchange for Dustin May and Hunter Feduccia. The Dodgers are sure to find themselves in the running for the World Series this season, though, so if any problems should arise during the regular season, they’re sure to consider making a trade to address their need.