Edwin Díaz Makes Dodgers Spring Debut, Eyes WBC After Scoreless Outing

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz made his spring debut after signing a 3-year, $69M deal, pitching a scoreless fourth inning against the Diamondbacks. The 31-year-old, three-time All-Star touched 97 mph with his fastball and recorded a strikeout with his slider. Díaz, now fully entrusted with ninth-inning duties, is primarily focused on preparing for the World Baseball Classic with Team Puerto Rico, where he will play on home soil. He will make one more Cactus League appearance before departing, having previously sustained a knee injury celebrating a win in the 2023 WBC.