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Dodgers Designate Brasier as Yates Joins on $13M Deal

1/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a tough decision, designating reliever Ryan Brasier for assignment to welcome Kirby Yates, who joins the team with a hefty one-year, $13 million deal. Despite posting a respectable 3.54 ERA in 2024, Brasier's opportunities dwindled in a competitive bullpen. Now, the clock is ticking—he has five days before hitting free agency.

History

Historical Context

The Los Angeles Dodgers' decision to designate Ryan Brasier for assignment reflects a long-standing MLB tradition of roster management. Since the 1975 ruling against the reserve clause, teams have strategically navigated player contracts, paving the way for free agency and roster flexibility, impacting players' careers significantly.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a tough decision, designating reliever Ryan Brasier for assignment to welcome Kirby Yates, who joins the team with a hefty one-year, $13 million deal. Despite posting a respectable 3.54 ERA in 2024, Brasier's opportunities dwindled in a competitive bullpen. Now, the clock is ticking—he has five days before hitting free agency.

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