LOS ANGELES (KABC) — The Dodgers are World Series champions, but even as fans continue enjoying the victory it’s never too early to start thinking about next year.
Walker Buehler was on the mound for that last out. After two Tommy John surgeries, he didn’t even know if he would make the playoff roster. He’s now a free agent. Jim Alexander is a sports columnist for the Southern California News Group. He feels Buehler must return.
“What he showed in game 5 volunteering to go out to the bullpen, and he was ready when they needed him in the 9th inning. I mean that kind of underscores how important he is to this franchise,” said Alexander.
The Dodgers at one time or another had 12 starting pitchers on the injured list. Alexander says health concerns will be an issue in spring training but expects the team will have plenty of pitching.
“Having (Tyler) Glasnow back. You’re …