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Dodgers Sign Logan Allen to Boost Pitching Depth

3/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Logan Allen, 28, signed a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers after his World Baseball Classic performance for Team Canada, allowing one run in 3.1 innings.
The Dodgers aim to boost pitching depth as injuries sidelined Ryan Pepiot, Taylor Walls, and Gavin Lux.
Jake Cousins joined the Dodgers on a Major League contract, recovering from Tommy John surgery.
The moves expand the Dodgers' pitching options during recoveries.

History

Historical Context

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 1988 World Series, their sixth title, by defeating the heavily favored Oakland Athletics in five games. Key moments included Kirk Gibson's iconic pinch-hit walk-off home run in Game 1 and Orel Hershiser's dominant pitching, culminating in a complete game in Game 5. This victory marked the Dodgers' second championship of the decade, following their 1981 win.

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Story summary

Logan Allen, 28, signed a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers after his World Baseball Classic performance for Team Canada, allowing one run in 3.1 innings.
The Dodgers aim to boost pitching depth as injuries sidelined Ryan Pepiot, Taylor Walls, and Gavin Lux.
Jake Cousins joined the Dodgers on a Major League contract, recovering from Tommy John surgery.
The moves expand the Dodgers' pitching options during recoveries.

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