Dodgers consider future of Eric Lauer as trade bait
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Eric Lauer from the Toronto Blue Jays in May. Lauer has been effective, contributing to an 8-0 record in games he pitches, with a 3.35 ERA this season. However, with Blake Snell returning from injury and other pitching options available, the Dodgers may explore trading Lauer for another player, such as Tarik Skubal. Lauer's potential as a trade asset is weighed against his value as reliable rotation depth, especially given the injury histories of other pitchers on the roster.
- •Eric Lauer has made seven starts for the Dodgers since being acquired.
- •Dodgers are 8-0 in games Lauer pitches.
- •Blake Snell is on a rehab assignment and will return soon.
- •Lauer has a 3.35 ERA and bullpen experience.
- •Potential trade could involve flipping Lauer for Tarik Skubal.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Should Dodgers Consider Trading Eric Lauer?
"Eric Lauer has been a great pickup for the Los Angeles Dodgers
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