Dodgers and Dave Roberts Nearing Long-Term Extension

Sources have confirmed to ESPN that the Los Angeles Dodgers and manager Dave Roberts are close to finalizing a long-term extension. The talks, which began around the start of February, have had their ups and downs, but both parties are expected to reach an agreement before the Dodgers head to Japan for their season opener next Wednesday. Roberts, who is entering his 10th season with the Dodgers and the final year of his current contract, has been instrumental in the team's success, leading them to two World Series championships in the past five years.
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The new deal for Roberts is anticipated to surpass the largest contract among managers, currently held by Craig Counsell, who signed a five-year, $40 million deal with the Chicago Cubs in November 2023. While the exact terms of Roberts' extension are not yet known, it is widely expected to exceed Counsell's contract in total value or average annual value. This extension would solidify Roberts' position with the Dodgers, allowing him to continue building on the team's recent successes and guiding them in the seasons to come.