Andrew Friedman addresses Los Angeles Dodgers roster age

Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman has addressed concerns regarding the team’s aging roster. The Dodgers currently possess one of the oldest position-player groups in Major League Baseball, with an average age of 30.9 years, significantly higher than the league average of 27.8.

Friedman stated that the team was aware of the roster's age trajectory heading into the 2026 and 2027 seasons. He emphasized that the organization’s long-term contracts are based on the talent, preparation, and work ethic of the players.

To balance the veteran core, the Dodgers are focused on integrating prospects from their farm system. The team faces the challenge of managing the development curve of young players while maintaining high performance expectations. The emergence of top prospects, such as outfielder Josue De Paula, is viewed as a potential factor in transitioning the roster toward younger talent.