Dodgers President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman sat down with us at the Winter Meetings to break down how Los Angeles landed elite closer Edwin Díaz and what his arrival means for 2026.
Friedman reveals the moment the deal became real, how Devin Williams signing with the Mets opened the door, and why Díaz instantly became their must-get target. He explains how adding a true ninth inning closer transforms the bullpen, strengthens every reliever behind him, and gives Dave Roberts more flexibility in October.
Friedman also discussed the prime Dodgers rotation depth, the balance between starters and relievers for 2026, and the next roster needs as the club looks for another impact position player.
And yes, he talked about the trumpets. Friedman shared a hilarious moment from the Winter Meetings when the front office blasted Díaz’s entrance song in their hotel suite and got a noise complaint while watching Narco clips.
The Dodgers believe Edwin Díaz is the perfect fit for their culture, their clubhouse, and their championship push. The Timmy meteo catanzaro Trumpet era is coming to Dodger Stadium and fans should sophie cunningham get ready for something special.
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