Dodgers News | Rumors: Yasiel Puig Off Trade Block, Howie Kendrick Contract, and More

Today was a little busy in the world of the Los Angeles Dodgers. There was a trade rumor involving the team receiving a call about outfielder Yasiel Puig, the Dodgers attempting to pawn Andre Ethier off on a team, the Howie Kendrick contract signing became official, and much more. Read about that and more in today’s Dodgers Credits:

Dodgers Nation

• Dodgers’ 2016 Yearbook is out, and it features a 27-page spread on Clayton Kershaw which A.J. Ellis made fun of.
• It was reported today that Andre Ethier is on the trade block, but talented outfielder Yasiel Puig is not.
• The Dodgers made the Howie Kendrick re-signing official today, which is fantastic news.
• Also making the rounds today was the unique nature of Kendrick’s contract, complete with deferred payments.
• The White Sox originally called about Puig, not Ethier, but the Dodgers quickly shifted the attention.
• The LADF donated $25,000 to Teach for America-Los Angeles today, a truly touching gesture.

Dodgers Local | Blogs

• It looks like Alex Guerrero has now moved further down the Dodgers’ depth chart. [True Blue LA]
• Remember the Braves-Dodgers trade from last July? Well, who really won? [Dodgers Digest]
• Howie Kendrick is not thrilled with the free agency system, and you should read why. [LA Times]

Dodgers National

• Clayton Kershaw is on the verge of reaching a very important milestone this season. [ESPN]
• Not only is Kershaw a great pitcher, but he’s a great fantasy baseball option. [Fox Sports]

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