The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Keston Hiura to a Minor League contract with an invite to Major League Spring Training. It marks a return to Southern California for the Santa Clarita native, who also attended Valencia High School and played college baseball at the University of California,

These Dodgers have a team that could be better than the teams that have dominated baseball the last two years.

Former outfielders will now look to impart their wisdom on Dodgers prospects.

The Los Angeles Dodgers take a gamble on former top prospect Keston Hiura. Los Angeles hopes to unlock his hit tools and revitalize his major-league career.

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With the first spring training games just over a week away, Cactus League officials held a press conference Thursday to showcase some of the highlights. That includes new technology and a team making its first Cactus League appearance in 75 years.

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Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is optimistic that major leaguers will play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.