Dodgers manager Roberts suggests selling at trade deadline amid rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts raised eyebrows with a statement regarding the team's plans for the upcoming trade deadline. While discussing potential trades, Roberts suggested that the Dodgers might be more inclined to sell than to buy, despite interest in Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. The team has historically acquired lower-profile players to enhance their roster systematically. As they evaluate their options, starters Eric Lauer and Alex Call are potential trade candidates, though their current roster depth may impact decisions. The Dodgers' trade strategy will likely unfold as the deadline approaches.
- •Dave Roberts claims Dodgers may act as sellers at the trade deadline.
- •Interest in Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal is still possible.
- •Eric Lauer and Alex Call could be potential trade candidates.
- •Dodgers have focused on acquiring complementary players in recent years.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Dave Roberts Makes Wild Trade Deadline Statement Amid Skubal Rumors
"Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts made an eye-popping claim about the Dodgers' status at the trade deadline.
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