Dodgers Seek High-Leverage Relief Help: Eyes on Devin Williams and Tanner Scott

The Los Angeles Dodgers, known for their aggressive offseason strategies, are in search of high-leverage relief help. According to The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya, the Dodgers are considering both Devin Williams and Tanner Scott as potential additions, exploring options in both free agency and the trade market.


Devin Williams, currently with the Milwaukee Brewers, is a standout closer eligible for free agency next winter. Given Milwaukee's history of trading notable players before they hit the open market, there is speculation that the Brewers might look to move Williams to gain more than just draft compensation. Williams is projected to earn a $7.7 million arbitration salary. Despite being sidelined by a back injury until late July last season, Williams returned strong, posting a 1.25 ERA over 21 2/3 innings and securing 14 saves. While his back injury could be a concern for potential trade partners, Williams' impressive track record as both a set-up man and closer speaks volumes. Since his debut in 2019, Williams has maintained a 1.83 ERA and an extraordinary 39.4% strikeout rate over 235 2/3 innings. Although his career walk rate of 11.8% is higher than average and a blown save in the NL Wild Card Series might still haunt Brewers fans, his overall performance makes him a valuable asset for any bullpen.


Tanner Scott is another reliever on the Dodgers' radar. With ample young talent to offer in a potential trade with Milwaukee, Los Angeles could use their MLB-ready young pitchers as leverage to acquire Williams. Alternatively, the Dodgers could make a substantial move by signing Scott to a long-term contract, further strengthening their bullpen.


The Dodgers have already been active in the free-agent market, securing Blake Snell, Michael Conforto, and Blake Treinen this offseason. Adding either Williams or Scott would be another significant move in their quest to dominate the league.


As the Dodgers weigh their options, it will be interesting to see how these potential acquisitions unfold and what impact they will have on the team’s bullpen for the upcoming season.