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Dodgers Designate All-Star Gonsolin; Roster Shakeup Follows

11/7/2025

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Summary

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The Los Angeles Dodgers designated Tony Gonsolin for assignment on November 6, 2025, ending his six-season run.
Gonsolin, a former All-Star, has battled injuries, including a second Tommy John surgery in August, sidelining him most of 2026.
Dodgers added Ryan Ward and Robinson Ortiz to the 40-man roster, outrighting Justin Dean and Michael Grove.
Ryan Ward, Pacific Coast League MVP, hit .290 with 36 home runs and 122 RBIs.

History

Historical Context

In 1974, Dr. Frank Jobe performed the first successful Tommy John surgery on pitcher Tommy John, who returned to pitch for 14 more seasons. This groundbreaking procedure has since been performed on over 1,000 MLB players, significantly impacting player recovery and management strategies. The ongoing challenges faced by players like Tony Gonsolin underscore the surgery's lasting influence on sports medicine.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers designated Tony Gonsolin for assignment on November 6, 2025, ending his six-season run.
Gonsolin, a former All-Star, has battled injuries, including a second Tommy John surgery in August, sidelining him most of 2026.
Dodgers added Ryan Ward and Robinson Ortiz to the 40-man roster, outrighting Justin Dean and Michael Grove.
Ryan Ward, Pacific Coast League MVP, hit .290 with 36 home runs and 122 RBIs.

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