Tommy Edman was the Dodgers’ 2024 NLCS MVP and shined in all the bright moments against the New York Mets.
As a result, Edman signed a five-year, $74 million contract following the Dodgers’ World Series. His base salary will be $8.4 million in 2025 but jumps to $11 million in 2026-2027.
Athlon Sports’ latest trade proposal suggests the Dodgers move off Edman, sending him to National League threat Atlanta Braves in exchange for left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer and infield prospect Nacho Alvarez Jr.
Moving Edman would create two key needs for the Dodgers: A., another infield piece to develop, and B., a bullpen arm ready to contribute immediately. Edman stood out in the 2024 playoffs, batting .328 with 13 RBIs and 12 runs scored over 61 at-bats.
A glaring issue for the Braves is their need to replace shortstop Orlando Arcia, who has managed just two hits in 24 at-bats this Spring.
While Arcia is a strong defender, his offensive struggles make him a weak spot in an otherwise loaded Braves lineup. He hit only .218 over 551 at-bats in 2024 as the team’s everyday shortstop.
If there’s one holdup to this deal, whether the Dodgers are willing to part with Edman. However, the trade makes perfect sense for Atlanta, as they need a shortstop who can provide more offensive production.
Bummer is an effective lefty with a deceptive delivery, and Alvarez Jr. remains a projectable infield prospect who could develop in the Dodgers’ system.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts to own World Bowling League franchise
Avid bowler — and Los Angeles Dodgers star — Mookie Betts has bought the first announced team in the new World Bowling League.
The league’s owner, League Sports Co., announced the purchase on Tuesday but didn’t reveal financial terms.
Betts is buying the team with Cam Lewis, his business partner with The One Marketing Group. They have named it Team OMG.
An eight-time All-Star, three-time World Series champion and former American League MVP, Betts was a competitive bowler while growing up in Tennessee. And he still bowls. The morning after his 30th birthday party in 2022, Betts bowled a perfect 300.
The World Bowling League hasn’t announced the remainder of its team lineup, but there are expected to be franchises around the world, including in Dubai.
When the league’s formation was announced in 2023, organizers said the WBL would have 12 to 15 events per year, held from the United States to Europe to Asia, with hopes of expansion within five years. Between eight and 12 franchises were expected to compete in the first year, with each team featuring at least two women to promote gender balance.
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