The Los Angeles Dodgers are making moves to accommodate their recent free agency signings, and a trade with the New York Yankees is part of their roster adjustments.
Sources: The Yankees are sending shortstop prospect Trey Sweeney to the Dodgers in exchange for LHRP Victor Gonzalez and 2B/3B Jorbit Vivas.
⁰This clears two 40-man-roster spots to make room for Shohei Ohtani and Joe Kelly.— Alden González (@Alden_Gonzalez) December 11, 2023
As first reported by Alden Gonzalez, the Dodgers and the Yankees have reached an agreement on a trade that will create space on the Dodgers’ 40-man roster. According to Gonzalez, the trade involves sending shortstop prospect Trey Sweeney to the Dodgers in exchange for left-handed relief pitcher Victor Gonzalez and infielder Jorbit Vivas. This trade allows the Dodgers to clear two spots on their 40-man roster, a move that paves the way for the official announcement of Shohei Ohtani’s signing with the team.
Shohei Ohtani, the superstar free agent, recently agreed to a groundbreaking 10-year, $700 million contract with the Dodgers. He shared the news of his signing on Instagram, expressing his gratitude to fans and the baseball community for their patience during the decision-making process. Ohtani pledged his commitment to the Dodgers, vowing to give his best effort to be the best version of himself for the team and the entire baseball world throughout his playing career.