What happened: The Los Angeles Dodgers and Philadelphia Phillies have entered the pursuit of free agent reliever Jonathan Loaisiga, according to Jon Heyman. Jesse Rogers also reported interest from Los Angeles in the veteran right-hander as competition accelerates across the league. They join the New York Mets, New York Yankees, and Toronto Blue Jays in a crowded market for bullpen help ahead of the 2027 season.

Why it matters: High-leverage relief depth remains a priority for contenders seeking late-inning stability before winter activity peaks. With multiple contenders actively pursuing him, the competition is expected to drive up demand for proven bullpen arms.

What to watch: Negotiations are expected to intensify over the coming weeks as teams work to secure bullpen commitments ahead of the winter meetings.