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Ronan Kopp was added to the Dodgers’ 40-man roster on November 18, which puts the tall left-hander one step closer to reaching the major leagues. Same for outfielder and first baseman Ryan Ward, the reigning Pacific Coast League MVP who was added to the Dodgers’ roster on November 6.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / November 25

Dodgers Hoping Minor Moves Have Major Impact

Time stops for no one, even if you are the Los Angeles Dodgers, who have just won back-to-back World Series rings. The Dodgers have already been active this offseason, and most think that their recent activity may be a prelude to something much bigger.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / November 18

Dodgers add Ronan Kopp to 40-man roster

The Dodgers added pitcher Ronan Kopp to the 40-man roster, ahead of Tuesday’s deadline to set rosters ahead of the Rule 5 Draft. Earlier this offseason, the Dodgers also added outfielder/first baseman Ryan Ward and pitcher Robinson Ortiz to the 40-man roster to keep them from reaching minor league free agency.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 13

Dodgers Could Make Surprise Decision for Starting Outfielder Next Year, Says Insider

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a hole in their outfield following Michael Conforto's exit into free agency, and will look to solve that issue during the offseason.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 6

Ryan Ward & Robinson Ortiz Added To 40-Man

Fresh off winning the 2025 World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers are already focused on building their roster for the 2026 season with multiple transactions on Thursday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 6

Ryan Ward Added To 40-Man Roster

Last offseason the Los Angeles Dodgers took a modest approach in protecting players who were eligible for the Rule 5 Draft by only adding Jack Dreyer to their 40-man roster.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / October 18

Pirates Should Be All Over This Minor League Free Agent

The 2026 offseason has begun for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and among the avenues they’ll pursue are minor league free agents. Back in my childhood (the 1960s and 1970s), it wasn’t unusual for Pittsburgh’s professional teams to seek out the opinions of media members for recommendations about players.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 28

Ryan Ward wins Pacific Coast League MVP for Oklahoma City

Ryan Ward never got the call up to the Dodgers this season, so he spent his summer tearing up Triple-A pitching. For his efforts, the first baseman and corner outfielder on Saturday was named the Pacific Coast League MVP.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 18

Dodgers minors: Ryan Ward homers, Brady Smith debuts for Low-A

Sunday in the Dodgers minor leagues saw old reliable hit another home run in Triple-A, and a pair of pitching debuts at new levels. Brady Smith pitched three hitless, scoreless innings for Rancho Cucamonga in his Low-A debut on Sunday, working around three walks.

Athletics News / True Blue LA / August 9

Patrick Copen progressing in the right direction

In Dodgers minor league games for Friday, we have Chihuahuas mistaking Knack for a snack, Ryan Ward has his own personal bicentennial, and more Andrew Friedman pickup artist magic.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 20

This Minor League Player Is Probably the Best Prospect You Know Nothing About

Ryan Ward just might be the best player in the minor leagues you’ve never heard of. Outside of Los Angeles and Oklahoma City, not many fans know about Ward.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 15

Ryan Ward wins PCL player of the week

Dodgers minor league 1B/OF is thriving in his third year with Triple-A Oklahoma City, leading the PCL in several offensive categories. On the second day of the 2025 MLB Draft, a former Dodgers’ second-day draft pick won an award.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 12

Minors: Patrick Copen, Ryan Ward, Justin Wrobleski

All four Dodger affiliates followed their parent team by losing their games on Friday. Patrick Copen got off to a shaky start for Double-A, walking the first two batters before quickly locking in.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 7

Kyle Nevin, Ryan Ward, Cam Decker shine at the plate

On Sunday in the Dodgers minor leagues, Tulsa found their offense but so did their opponents, plus big home runs for Oklahoma City and Great Lakes. Kyle Nevin got a late start to his season, first sidelined for two months injured list before joining Great Lakes, and was just promoted to Tulsa this week.

Athletics News / True Blue LA / July 2

Emmet Sheehan gets hit, Ruiz & Ward hit back in OKC loss

Sheehan gives up four runs in abbreviated start for Oklahoma City. Elsewhere in the Dodgers minor leagues on Tuesday, strong games by Zyhir Hope, Eduardo Quintero, and others.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 26

Mike Sirota still thriving, more HR for Outman & Ward

Wednesday in the Dodgers minors featured perfection by Sheehan, double-digit shutout wins by Oklahoma City and Great Lakes, and Mike Sirota continuing to thrive in High-A.

Athletics News / True Blue LA / June 18

Chris Campos throws one-hit gem in Tulsa rout

Ryan Ward grand slam, Eduardo Quintero four hits On Tuesday, it was a clean sweep for the Dodgers’ minor league affiliates. The action included an almost perfect start in Double-A, a grand slam by Triple-A Babe Ruth, the Mighty Quinn is too good for Low-A, and Eriq Swan dives back to reality.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 9

Dodgers minors: Peter Heubeck strikes out 9, Ryan Ward homers again

Tulsa starter capped a great week in which he struck out 16 over 11⅔ innings. Ward has 8 home runs in his last 10 games for Oklahoma City. Sunday in the Dodgers minor leagues saw a pair of big games at the plate in Oklahoma City and a great start in Tulsa.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 4

Peter Heubeck hitless in 5⅔, Ryan Ward homers twice

Peter Heubeck pitches best game of his career In Dodgers minor league action, we had a quiet day for most of the highest-ranked hitters, a near no-hitter in Double-A, and two more home runs by Triple-A Babe Ruth.

Athletics News / True Blue LA / May 30

Ryan Ward breaks out with five hits. three homers

Busy Thursday in the Dodgers minor leagues, including strong games by Zyhir Hope, Joendry Vargas, and James Outman, plus rehab outings for Michael Kopech and Edgardo Henriquez.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 1

Los Angeles Dodgers' Triple-A Team Wins on Walk-Off, Inside-the-Park Home Run

Ryan Ward entered Thursday with five home runs on the season, but none of them were quite like the one he hit against the El Paso Chihuahuas. The Oklahoma City Comets outfielder stepped up to the plate in the seventh inning of a 3-3 ballgame, which was the front end of a doubleheader.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 21, 2024

Could the A's target this Los Angeles Dodgers prospect in the Rule 5 Draft?

The A's will have one of the top picks in the upcoming Rule 5 Draft, so it stands to reason that they should have a fair shot at getting any player they decide to target next month.