Winning their ninth straight division title, never mind a World Series, to avoid the dreaded one-game wild-card playoff would require favorable outcomes for matters beyond their control. On Thursday, they visited the White House to celebrate their 2020 World Series. AdvertisementOn Saturday, before the Dodgers beat the Nationals for the third straight night, Scherzer mingled with a few Dodgers during batting practice. The genesis for Friday’s seismic trade can be traced to the Dodgers’ four-game series in Washington in July. Front offices strive to avoid rebuilds, to remain in World Series contention every year.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 31, 2021 12:22 UTC