Dodgers face offseason challenges with free agents and potential roster changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026

As the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare for an uncertain offseason, they have eight players set to become free agents. Among them is Tarik Skubal, expected to be highly sought after in the market. The Dodgers, facing the expiration of the collective bargaining agreement on December 1, might be compelled to change their approach toward roster management. General Manager Andrew Friedman has indicated a proactive stance in improving the team as they aim for a better showing in the 2027 season. The team is also evaluating the future of Josue De Paula, who impressed during his brief stint in the majors.
- •Dodgers have eight players hitting free agency, including Tarik Skubal.
- •Skubal could become one of the highest-paid pitchers available.
- •The collective bargaining agreement is set to expire on December 1.
- •Josue De Paula showed promise in his short MLB time.
- •Andrew Friedman plans to be aggressive in improving the roster.
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Dodgers offseason outlook: Free agents, trade candidates
"The Dodgers have eight pending free agents, including Tarik Skubal. Here are the biggest questions facing LA in an offseason of uncertainty.
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