The Dodgers have added key players, including starter Blake Snell, who won the NL Cy Young Award in 2023 while with the Padres. They have also signed veteran outfielder Michael Conforto and given a five-year extension to the versatile Tommy Edman. Additionally, they re-signed high-leverage reliever Blake Treinen, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining a strong roster.
In contrast, the Padres have been quiet this offseason. After a period of heavy spending under the late owner Peter Seidler, the team seems to be experiencing buyer's remorse, particularly with the 11-year, $280-million deal for infielder Xander Bogaerts. The Padres are now fielding offers for starter Dylan Cease and three-time batting champion Luis Arráez, both of whom are entering their final year of arbitration. This shift in strategy marks a significant change from their previous approach of trading promising minor leaguers for win-now veterans.
The Diamondbacks, who had a remarkable run to the World Series in 2023 despite winning only 84 regular-season games, have also been inactive. Their primary objective is to offload the one-year, $22.5-million contract of left-handed starter Jordan Montgomery, who had a disappointing season with a 6.38 earned-run average. The Diamondbacks are looking to replace the offense lost by departing free agents Christian Walker, Joc Pederson, and Randal Grichuk, possibly by trading from their outfield depth.
The Dodgers' aggressive offseason moves highlight the competitive gap between them and their division rivals, who are struggling to keep pace.
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