Left-handed reliever Tanner Scott has agreed to a four-year, $72 million deal with the Dodgers, as confirmed by CBS Sports HQ’s Jim Bowden. The signing has not been officially announced by the team yet.
Scott joins a star-studded Dodgers offseason, which includes the acquisition of Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki. Other notable signings include Blake Snell, Michael Conforto, and Hyeseong Kim. The Dodgers have a history of using multiple pitchers in the closer role, so it will be interesting to see how Scott is utilized by manager Dave Roberts.
During the previous season, Scott posted a 1.75 ERA in 72 innings split between the Miami Marlins and San Diego Padres. He recorded 84 strikeouts, 22 saves, and earned his first All-Star selection. Scott’s fastball averaged 97 mph, placing him in the 91st percentile among MLB pitchers.
FanGraphs estimates the Dodgers’ payroll at $370 million after signing Scott, surpassing the New York Mets. This move showcases the Dodgers’ commitment to building a strong team for the upcoming season.
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