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Joe Kelly, part of the Los Angeles Dodgers' 2024 World Series champion roster, told Rob Bradford on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast why he did not visit the White House with his teammates on April 7.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 25

Yankees Pitcher Responds to Dodgers' Joe Kelly's Bashing: 'I Don't Know Him At All'

Gerrit Cole doesn’t understand why Joe Kelly keeps calling him out over a mistake in the World Series. The latest shot from the Dodgers free agent compared Cole’s blunder to a Little League error.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Former Dodgers Pitcher Contemplates Surprising Decision Following Latest Injury Update

The Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly is weighing retirement as he recovers from a lingering shoulder injury that sidelined him for much of the 2024 season.

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MLB News / FirstSportz / February 23

Ex-Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly takes SHOT at Aaron Boone after Yankees manager took AIM at him over his lack of ‘class’ following World Series victory

Former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly has taken another shot at Aaron Boone. This time, his words comes after the New York Yankees manager took a swipe at him and slammed his for his lack of ‘class’ after the World Series.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 22

Joe Kelly Responds To Aaron Boone Over His Comments About Dodgers’ World Series Win

The Los Angeles Dodgers are still in the early part of their Spring Training slate, still enjoying the fruits of their recent World Series championship season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 22

Dodgers Fan Favorite Pitcher Considering Retirement Ahead of 2025 Season

Three-time World Series champion right-handed relief pitcher Joe Kelly is reportedly considering retirement. Kelly revealed the possibility of retiring to Rod Bradford on the Baseball Isn’t Boring podcast.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / February 20

Why Cardinals Should Swing $3 Million Deal With World Series Champ

The St. Louis Cardinals had a weird offseason but luckily things have slowed down with Spring Training now here. St. Louis didn’t send superstar slugger Nolan Arenado away.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Joe Kelly Rips Yankees Again, Compares Gerrit Cole to Nine-Year-Olds

The New York Yankees may be trying to turn the page on their embarrassing 2024 World Series loss, but Joe Kelly isn't letting the Yankees forget. The former Dodgers pitcher, who called the Yankees "a complete mismatch" this offseason, just took a direct shot at Yankees ace Gerrit Cole.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 6

Angels Predicted to Sign World Series Winning Veteran Pitcher in Blockbuster Move

The Los Angeles Angels could make a big splash in free agency with spring training right around the corner. The team has already been busy adding talent to its roster but a World Series-winning pitcher would add leadership and experience the pitching staff is missing.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 5

Dodgers Fan Favorite Free Agent Predicted to Leave LA, Sign With Angels

The Los Angeles Dodgers have had an incredibly successful offseason. With so many moves that have improved an already World Series-caliber roster, the Dodgers unfortunately can't bring back every single piece from seasons prior.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 21

Dodgers World Series Winning Pitcher Could Retire Ahead of 2025 Season

Joe Kelly’s name has been surprisingly absent from Hot Stove discussions, leaving some to wonder why. The Los Angeles Dodgers reliever became a fan favorite in 2020, famously mocking the Houston Astros with his pouty face after striking out Carlos Correa.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 19

Dodgers Fan Favorite Free Agent Goes Off on Fans Complaining MLB Needs Salary Cap

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed the crown jewel of the 2025 international class, Roki Sasaki, and the top available reliever in the free agent class, Tanner Scott, in the span of a weekend.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / January 14

Los Angeles Dodgers World Series Winner Could Retire Before 2025 Season

While nothing has been determined yet, veteran reliever Joe Kelly could elect to retire this offseason. The following report comes from the Rotowire fantasy baseball portal, but links to recent comments that Kelly made on a podcast: Kelly (shoulder) indicated on The Dodgers Bleed Los Podcast on Jan.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 11

Two-time Dodgers champion plans to retire if not brought back by team

One veteran arm does not intend to continue his MLB career anywhere else but with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

MLB makes big decision on Yankees fans who interfered with Mookie Betts

Pirates sign ex-Dodgers champion pitcher in free agency

Red Sox's Garrett Whitlock reveals plan for when he returns from injury

Garrett Crochet hopes history will repeat itself with Red Sox

Pete Alonso has reportedly made an offer to the Mets

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 11

Dodgers Fan Favorite Free Agent Reveals Where He Wants to Play Next Season

Throughout the offseason, most of the news surrounding the Los Angeles Dodgers has been about Japanese free agent starting pitcher Roki Sasaki and adding relievers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / January 8

Joe Kelly Says He Wants to Either Play in LA or Retire

Right-handed reliever Joe Kelly wants to play for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2025 if he is healthy, otherwise he will probably retire. The fireballer is currently rehabbing from a shoulder injury.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 1

Yankees Starter Discusses Dodgers' Trash Talk After Winning World series

After winning the World Series, Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly took several shots at the New York Yankees. Kelly, who did not pitch in any postseason

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 16

Dodgers Prediction Has All-Star Signing With LA on $54 Million Deal

All season, Dodgers fans have urged the front office to re-sign outfielder Teoscar Hernández. Tim Kelly of Bleacher Report predicts the Dodgers will do just that, keeping the fan favorite who entered free agency on Oct.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 11

Aaron Boone Responds to Joe Kelly's Comments Slamming Yankees After Dodgers Win

When Aaron Boone took the job as New York Yankees manager, he was well aware it would come with its fair share of criticism. However, his contract being picked up following a late-inning collapse in Game 5 of the World Series means he doesn’t have to pay much attention to it.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 7

Is Joe Kelly Going to Retire? Dodgers Champion Reveals Plans for Future

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly is not planning to retire just yet. During an appearance on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast, the 36-year-old revealed that he plans to continue pitching next season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 5

Dodgers Free Agent Joe Kelly Not Retiring

MLB free agency period began the morning of Oct. 31 for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the 29 other teams across the league. The Dodgers officially had eight free agents of their own, including Joe Kelly who just completed his fifth season with the team.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / November 4

Los Angeles Dodgers' Joe Kelly Keeps Roasting New York Yankees After World Series Win

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been World Series champions for a few days now, but they aren't done taking the New York Yankees to task. Los Angeles defeated New York in five games, coming back from a five-run deficit in Game 5 to seal the deal.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Veteran RP Joe Kelly is planning to pitch in 2025 season

In an upcoming edition of the Baseball Isn’t Boring podcast, veteran reliever Joe Kelly told host Rob Bradford that he isn’t yet planning to retire, and that the right-hander is aiming to return next season and pitch in what would be his 14th Major League campaign.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28

Dodgers’ Joe Kelly taunts Astros fans in response to being booed

Joe Kelly had an epic response to being booed by Houston Astros fans on Sunday.

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Astros overcome 5-run deficit, get walk-off win over Dodgers

Astros Hall of Famer watches as son homers against his old club

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 8, 2023

Could Shohei Ohtani's decision come down to this number?

Could Shohei Ohtani's free-agency decision come down to this number?

AL MVP Shohei Ohtani's free-agency decision could come down to one number that has nothing to do with money, according to MLB columnist Bob Nightengale of USA Today.

Insider expands on why Ohtani snubbed Yankees, Mets

Carlyle Group founder David Rubenstein reportedly in talks to purchase Orioles

One-time Gold Glove outfielder drawing interest from Padres, Giants

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Reds agree to deal with veteran 3B