J.P. Hoornstra

Joined: Dec 4, 2023

J.P. Hoornstra is an On SI Contributor. A veteran of 20 years of sports coverage for daily newspapers in California, J.P. covered MLB, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Los Angeles Angels (occasionally of Anaheim) from 2012-23 for the Southern California News Group. His first book, The 50 Greatest Dodgers Games of All-Time, published in 2015. In 2016, he won an Associated Press Sports Editors award for breaking news coverage. He once recorded a keyboard solo on the same album as two of the original Doors.

Sep 17, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Justin Turner (10) during the third inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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The fan favorite and two-time World Series champion confirmed his playing career is over without using the "R word."

Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman before a game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium on April 11.

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Andrew Friedman said the Dodgers could still add a position player — either via free agency or trade — before his offseason wish list is complete.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Evan Phillips (59) celebrates with Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes (15) after the final out against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on April 25, 2024.

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If the Dodgers are interested in re-signing one of their former relief pitchers, they might have to wait to do so until next summer.

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (right) during an interview at the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings at Signia by Hilton Hotel on Dec. 9.

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Joe Davis got an earful from John Schneider's family and friends in the United States, and the Blue Jays' manager relayed the complaint.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Nick Frasso poses for a portrait during media day at Camelback Ranch on Feb. 21, 2024.

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The 27-year-old right-hander will look to re-establish his place on the Dodgers' bullpen depth chart after losing his 40-man roster spot in November.

First baseman Paul Konerko (14) of the Chicago White Sox during practice for the 2012 All Star Game at Kauffman Stadium on July 9, 2012.

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The two former Dodgers will be reunited in spring 2026 after receiving a prestigious honor Tuesday.

Oklahoma City Dodgers outfielder David Dahl (13) rounds the bases on the way to a score in the second inning during the PCL Championship Series baseball game between the Oklahoma City Dodgers and the Round Rock Express at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark in Oklahoma City, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023.

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The 31-year-old outfielder hangs up his cleats more than a year after his final major league game, and two years after he was released by the Dodgers.

Los Angeles Dodgers first-round draft pick Chris Reed (left) shakes hands with area scout Orsino Hall (right) as assistant general manager Logan White (center) looks on before the game against the Houston Astros at Dodger Stadium on Aug. 12, 2011.

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The former Dodgers director of amateur scouting who brought Matt Kemp, Clayton Kershaw, Corey Seager, and others to the Dodgers has retired.

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) and center fielder Mike Siani (38) celebrate after defeating the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium on Aug. 23, 2023.

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The 26-year-old, who was designated for assignment by the Braves, joined the Dodgers Friday on a waiver claim.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) talks with pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (left) before the game against the Hanshin Tigers at Tokyo Dome on March 16.

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Both finished strong, but Roki Sasaki and Yoshinobu Yamamoto had very different seasons for the Dodgers in 2025, and now each faces a different outlook for the WBC.