The Dodgers instead went after Blake Snell with a $182-million contract, and won the January sweepstakes for Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki. “It was an interesting situation.

Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler, far left, celebrates with teammates after recording the final out of the Dodgers’ World Series victory over the New York Yankees on Oct. 30.

Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler, far, left celebrates with teammates after recording the final out of the Dodgers' World Series victory over the New York Yankees on Oct. 30.

The Los Angeles Dodgers were being called the 'best team ever' earlier this year but have now hit 'rock bottom' in their bid to defend their World Series title.

Dodgers pitcher Kirby Yates, above reacting to being lifted from the game against the Twins Wednesday, has the worst ERA (4.45) among Dodgers relievers with more than 30 appearances this season.

The Dodgers are exploring adding another internal option to their relief mix. Bobby Miller — the team’s Game 2 starter just two postseasons ago — is being shifted to the bullpen in Triple-A ...

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has made the most of it, despite their bullpen’s recent struggles. However, the Major League Baseball trade deadline gives them a chance to add to their wealth.

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Then the Dodgers went out and signed two-time Cy Young winner Blake Snell. Afterward, Buehler took a one-year, $21.05 million deal from the Red Sox (the same as the qualifying offer would have been).

The Dodgers are 2-4 since the All-Star break after going 2-7 before it. "We needed that one," said Freeman, who was hitting .210 in July before collecting two hits Wednesday.

Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin (26) reacts to hitting New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) (not pictured) during the first inning at Dodger Stadium on June 4. / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images ...

A trade for Clase would be a massive one, but it's the kind of move the Dodgers are known for. The proposed package is a lot, but the Dodgers might have to include another player to get the deal done.