Dodgers Predicted to Move On From $17 Million Outfielder This Offseason
The Los Angeles Dodgers appear ready to move on from a high-priced outfield experiment.
Veteran outfielder Michael Conforto, who signed a one-year, $17 million deal this past offseason, may be playing his final months in Dodger blue. According to FanSided’s Katrina Stebbins, the organization is expected to part ways with Conforto after the 2025 season concludes.
Trade Deadline Move Signals Direction
The Dodgers acquired Alex Call from the Washington Nationals at the deadline—an under-the-radar move with major implications. Call is now projected to be the team’s everyday left fielder moving forward, which not only pushes Conforto further down the depth chart but also reflects the team’s waning confidence in the veteran slugger.
“Conforto was probably breathing the deepest sigh of relief of anyone in baseball when the Dodgers didn’t trade for a superstar outfielder at the deadline,” Stebbins wrote.
“But he fits more into the profile of a fourth outfielder… and even that might be generous right now.”
Harsh Reality for Conforto
Conforto’s 2025 campaign has fallen far below expectations. While exact stats were not listed, his production has reportedly been underwhelming enough to make even a qualifying offer seem out of reach this offseason.
“Unless he turns into the best player in baseball in the last two months, letting Conforto walk again in free agency will be the easiest thing in the world for the Dodgers,” Stebbins added. “Even if he was eligible for a qualifying offer, it wouldn’t be extended.”
Market Value Sliding
Conforto’s projected free-agent value is declining fast. According to Spotrac, he’s currently tracking toward a one-year deal worth just $4.7 million—down significantly from the contract he received entering 2025.
The only way to reverse that narrative? A strong finish to the regular season and meaningful contributions in the postseason.
Alex Call’s Role Moving Forward
While Call may not be viewed as a long-term cornerstone, he appears to be a safer, more versatile option in the near term. His ability to play all three outfield spots and contribute defensively has helped him quickly earn trust in Los Angeles.
On a contending roster loaded with All-Stars, Call doesn’t need to be a superstar—he just needs to be solid. That, right now, is more than can be said for Conforto.
Looking Ahead
With the Dodgers eyeing another deep playoff run, the spotlight will be on Conforto to prove his value down the stretch. But unless he turns things around fast, his time in Los Angeles may end quietly—and without a return offer.