Dodgers News | Rumors: Hyun-Jin Ryu Update And More

The Dodgers’ search for a starting pitcher continues as the team has been linked to several free agent starters lately. Plus, don’t overlook Hyun-Jin Ryu, who, despite coming off shoulder surgery, could make a major impact this season. Read about that and more in today’s Dodgers Credits.

Dodgers Nation

• The Dodgers have had trade talks with the Indians to try to get a starting pitcher, and Yasiel Puig could be included in a possible deal.
• Andrew Friedman wants newly-acquired Frankie Montas to be a starter, not a reliever.
• TMZ posted a video of Puig fighting at a bar, but it turns out it wasn’t even him. Great job, TMZ!
• One Orange County Register column that criticized the Dodgers’ offseason was misguided, writes our Anthony Irwin.

Dodgers Local | Blogs

• Hyun-Jin Ryu is confident about his return from injury. [Dodgers Digest]
• The Dodgers’ deal with Hisashi Iwakuma falling apart might be a good thing for the team. [LA Times]

Dodgers National

• Even though the Dodgers have had a lackluster offseason, don’t write them off just yet. [SB Nation]
• Here’s a list of five free agent pitchers the Dodgers should pursue. [FanSided]
• The Dodgers are interested in Mike Leake, Scott Kazmir, and Jake Odorizzi. [Fox Sports]

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