Dodgers Lock Down Edman Through 2029 with $74 Million Contract

Before acquiring Tommy Edman in a three-team deal in July, the Dodgers had been pursuing the superutility man for years. Now, they've made sure Edman won’t get away for the foreseeable future.

On Friday, the Dodgers announced that they have agreed to a five-year, $74 million extension with Edman, keeping him with the team through the 2029 season with a club option for 2030. Edman, previously signed through 2025 on a two-year, $16.5 million deal from the Cardinals, will receive a $17 million signing bonus as part of this new agreement.

During the last couple of months of the 2024 season, Edman quickly established himself as an integral part of the Dodgers’ World Series-winning team. His versatility allowed him to slot in at center field and shortstop when needed. Offensively, Edman exceeded expectations, posting an .829 OPS with six home runs and six stolen bases in his first 29 games with Los Angeles.

Edman's performance only improved in the postseason, where he hit .328 with two homers and five stolen bases. His impressive stats earned him a 1.022 OPS in the National League Championship Series against the Mets and MVP honors for the NLCS.

​Following their World Series victory, the Dodgers are focused on building a core group of players to sustain their success. This offseason, they've already landed top free-agent target Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million deal and extended Edman to a long-term contract, signaling their commitment to maintaining a championship-caliber team.