Dodgers consider trading Lauer and Call as reinforcements return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers are evaluating the potential trade of Eric Lauer and Alex Call as key players return from the Injured List. With Blake Snell, Edwin Díaz, and Kiké Hernández nearing activation, the team aims to maximize their roster depth before the trade deadline. Sources indicate Lauer and Call may be expendable, with Lauer posting a 3.35 ERA this season. As the Dodgers anticipate a deep postseason rotation, the organization is weighing its options for surplus talent. The next steps may involve further discussions as teams approach the trade deadline.
- •Lauer posted a 3.35 ERA in 45.2 innings this season.
- •Call's role has diminished with the return of other players.
- •Dodgers may pursue trades to address pitching and hitting needs.
- •Blake Snell and Edwin Díaz are expected back soon.
- •Trade talks may intensify ahead of the deadline.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers’ Returning Stars Could Make Lauer, Call Expendable
"As reinforcements return from the Injured List, the Los Angeles Dodgers aim to maximize value for surplus talent. It might mean Eric Lauer and Alex Call could be on the trading block.
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