Dodgers & Robert Suarez: A Perfect Match or Risky Business?

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly interested in free agent closer Robert Suarez, but is he the right fit for LA's bullpen?

After a stellar run with the division-rival San Diego Padres, Suarez is on the market and the Dodgers are looking for a high-leverage reliever following some late-season bullpen struggles and Evan Phillips' injury.

In this video, we break down:
- Suarez's impressive stats (2.91 career ERA, 40 saves in 2025).
- The "perfect match" arguments: His high-leverage experience, high-velocity fastball (97th percentile), and potential for a shorter-term, high-AAV deal that suits the Dodgers' strategy.
- The "risky business" aspects: He'll be 35 next season, has a history of allowing hard contact, and previously was suspended for hitting Shohei Ohtani with a pitch.
Will the Dodgers poach the All-Star reliever from their rivals, or will the risks outweigh the rewards? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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