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Dodgers Sign José Ureña to Fill Immediate Bullpen Need

Ureña joins the roster to cover bullpen vacancies after multiple Dodgers relievers suffered season-ending injuries.

May 29, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jose Urena (48) pitches to the Athletics during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - MAY 06: Jose Urena #48 of the Toronto Blue Jays leaves the game against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on May 06, 2025 in Anaheim, California.
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Overview

  • José Ureña, who has no minor-league options remaining, is expected to occupy a bullpen spot only until an injured reliever returns or a prospect is promoted.
  • Reliever Evan Phillips underwent Tommy John surgery and will miss the entire 2025 season, intensifying the Dodgers’ search for pitching depth.
  • Los Angeles added Will Klein via trade and called up Ryan Loutus earlier this week, triggering a 40-man roster move to make room for Ureña.
  • With an 11-year career across nine MLB teams, Ureña offers a sharp slider and command though he has yet to establish consistent strikeout numbers.
  • Despite the pitching upheaval, the Dodgers’ high-powered offense has propelled them to a 36-24 record and first place in the NL West.