MLB Rumors: Dodgers 'Serious Players' for Aaron Judge; Could Let Trea Turner Walk

Mark Feinsand of MLB.com said that the Dodgers could become serious players in the pursuit of Judge.

According to Feinsand, the Dodgers might shift Mookie Betts to second base to accommodate the New York Yankees outfielder.

Feinsand said L.A. could decline to re-sign Turner with an eye towards landing the biggest fish on the market.

The Dodgers have been in the playoffs for 10 straight years. They've made at least one significant addition to the roster each of the last three years.

Los Angeles acquired Betts from Boston in 2020 and signed him to a multi-year contract. The trend would continue if Judge was brought on board.

The Dodgers are poised to have some flexibility this winter as they carry one of the highest payrolls in baseball.

Turner, David Price, Craig Kimbrel, and Joey Gallo will all be coming off the books in the next few years. Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors projected that Bellinger would get $18.1 million for his services.

The outgoing salaries and savings are more than enough to cover Judge's contract even if the team retains upcoming free agents.

The Dodgers are the favorite to get Judge's signature if he played for another team.

SNY's Andy Martino reported Monday that Judge'stentions remain just as mysterious to the organization as they are to the fans, and that the Bronx Bombers have no idea if he wants to stay.

Losing the American League's Most Valuable Player is a big deal. Getting outbid for your best player by a better team is symbolic. Imagine if Judge were to sign with the Dodgers or the New York Mets.

It's hard to see him in pinstripes next season, even if the Dodgers want him.