Dodgers Avoid Arbitration, Finalize Deals

The Los Angeles Dodgers successfully avoided salary arbitration hearings with all four eligible players by the Thursday deadline, settling on one-year deals instead. Right-hander Brusdar Graterol led the way, agreeing to a $2.8 million contract. The team also finalized deals with Brock Stewart, Alex Call, and Anthony Banda, each earning a raise from last year. These players bring unique stories to the bullpen, with Banda finding a home after bouncing between seven teams and Call acquired from the Nationals last year. The Dodgers have a strong track record in arbitration, settling 83 of 91 cases since 2011, and have 19 players under contract for 2026, keeping their competitive balance tax payroll around $323.3 million. Checkout Solipillow.com DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.