The Los Angeles Dodgers are among five Major League Baseball teams pursuing right-handed free-agent reliever Jonathan Loáisiga as the veteran closer nears a new contract following a strong recovery season.
- Bullpen Depth: Loáisiga’s 2.42 ERA across 67 appearances in Arizona signals high leverage value for fantasy managers and real-world bullpens alike.
Jonathan Loáisiga is closing in on his next contract with five franchises actively competing for his signature, according to a report by ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. The 32-year-old right-hander spent the first eight seasons of his career with the New York Yankees before posting a 2.42 ERA and a 2.88 FIP in 67 outings out of the Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen.
That bounce-back campaign followed extended absences due to injuries throughout the 2024 and 2025 seasons. Alongside the Dodgers, the Philadelphia Mets, New York Yankees, and Toronto Blue Jays comprise the current group of interested suitors, according to MLB Network reporter Jon Heyman.
Los Angeles is simultaneously pursuing left-handed submariner Tim Hill, Heyman reported. Hill drew interest from the New York Mets, New York Yankees, Cleveland Guardians, and San Francisco Giants.
| Reliever | Age | 2026 Team | Key Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Loáisiga | 32 | Diamondbacks | 2.42 ERA (67 Apps) |
| Tim Hill | 36 | Yankees | 68.9% Ground-Ball Rate |
Hill does not rack up high strikeout numbers, but his 68.9% ground-ball rate last season led all qualified major league pitchers. The 36-year-old left-hander has pitched for four teams over nine major league seasons, including the last two years with the Yankees across 137 total appearances.
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