The Dodgers’ offseason picture is already taking shape, and three names stand out for very different reasons: Tarik Skubal, Alex Vesia and Teruaki Sato, with Hyeseong Kim also speaking directly to fans about his time in Los Angeles.
Skubal is one of the headline free agents expected to be available after the World Series, and the Dodgers will be in the mix for a reunion with the still-reigning two-time American League Cy Young award winner.
Vesia’s situation feels more personal. The left-hander has been part of the organization since the Dodgers acquired him from the Miami Marlins for Dylan Floro following their 2020 World Series victory, and he has spent the last six seasons as one of the steadier arms in a bullpen that has seen plenty of churn. With his future now uncertain, Vesia went to Instagram to thank the fan base.
“I don’t know what the future holds, but I do want to say thank you to Dodger Nation for showing me so much love over the past 6 years, especially this year. I’m just a man on a mission!”
If this ends up being the end of his Dodgers run, Vesia would leave with a 22-13 record, a 2.87 ERA over 328 regular season innings and a 1.59 ERA in 22 2/3 postseason innings.
The international market could also pull the Dodgers in another direction. Teruaki Sato, 27, is set to be posted after a monster season with the Hanshin Tigers, one that saw him hit .303/.383/.609 with 39 home runs and 106 RBI. Los Angeles has been active in international free agency over the last three offseasons, and Joseph Zucker of Bleacher Report reported the Dodgers are among the teams expected to keep a close eye on Sato.
Then there’s Kim, whose path has been much quieter since arriving as one of those international signings. The utility man, who has not settled into a consistent role over the past two seasons, addressed that directly on Instagram and said he does not regret choosing the Dodgers, even if he’s frustrated with his own performance.
“I love the Dodgers, and I have never once been disappointed in this team. It was my choice, and I haven’t regretted it for a single moment.
My only disappointment was in myself. I have nothing but gratitude for the team and all the Dodgers fans!”
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