The Dodgers didn’t waste time making a statement this offseason, and they made it loud and clear with the addition of Edwin Díaz. The electric right-hander inked a three-year, $69 million deal with Los Angeles on December 9, becoming the club’s first major signing of the winter. Minutes before his introductory press conference on Friday, Díaz made it official - pen to paper, Dodger blue on his back.
And according to general manager Brandon Gomes, this move wasn’t just about talent - it was about fit.
“We were looking to add impactful players to what we thought was already a championship-caliber club,” Gomes said. “Edwin was the perfect fit.”
That’s not just GM-speak. Díaz brings more than his triple-digit fastball and wipeout slider.
He brings a mentality that meshes with the Dodgers’ clubhouse culture - a selfless, postseason-tested competitor who’s willing to take the ball whenever he’s needed. Fourth inning?
Seventh? Closing it out?
Doesn’t matter to him. That kind of versatility and edge is exactly what L.A. was looking for.
And make no mistake: Díaz is still at the peak of his powers.
He’s coming off a dominant 2025 campaign, where he posted a 1.63 ERA across 63 appearances and converted 28 of 31 save opportunities. That’s elite-level production from a guy who’s already got two Trevor Hoffman NL Reliever of the Year awards on his shelf - both earned within the past four seasons.
Since 2017, Díaz has been one of the most consistent closers in the game. He’s logged 20 or more saves every season except for the shortened 2020 campaign, and his 253 career saves rank him tied for fourth among active players. His lifetime ERA sits at 2.82, and he’s been recognized with three All-Star nods and a pair of top-10 Cy Young finishes - no small feat for a reliever.
For the Dodgers, this move isn’t about patching a leak. It’s about reinforcing a strength.
L.A. already boasts one of the best starting rotations in baseball, but the bullpen showed signs of wear late in 2025. Adding Díaz gives them a proven, high-leverage weapon who can lock down the back end or step in when the moment demands it.
With Díaz in the fold, the Dodgers aren’t just reloading - they’re doubling down on their pursuit of a third straight title. And if his track record is any indication, Díaz won’t just be along for the ride. He’ll be right in the middle of the action, doing what he does best: shutting the door.