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Los Angeles Dodgers: A Look at Their Recent History
The Los Angeles Dodgers have had an illustrious history, with standout seasons in 2022, 2024, and the current 2025 campaign.
In 2022, the Dodgers set a new franchise record with 111 wins and dominated their division, including a 14-5 record against their rivals, the San Diego Padres. This powerhouse team, with their strong pitching and consistent offense, won the National League West title but fell short of the World Series that year.
In contrast, the 2024 Dodgers achieved the ultimate goal, winning the World Series title. They made significant offseason investments, including signing Blake Snell and reuniting with Teoscar Hernández, committing nearly $400 million to maintain a top-tier roster. This championship team showcased strong offensive and pitching performances throughout the season.
As of August 20, 2025, the Dodgers are still competitive, holding a 72-54 record and leading the NL West. However, their performance has been inconsistent compared to their previous dominant seasons. They have faced injuries and underperformance from key players such as Mookie Betts, Michael Conforto, Andy Pages, and Max Muncy, which have impacted their offensive consistency. The pitching staff has also suffered from injuries and inconsistent outings, contributing to a slide in their competitiveness over the past month.
Here's a comparison of the key aspects of each season:
| Aspect | 2022 Dodgers | 2024 Dodgers | 2025 Dodgers (Current) | |----------------------|-------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | Record | Franchise-best 111 wins | World Series champions | 72-54, leading NL West | | Key Strengths | Dominant pitching, strong division wins | Added elite players, strong overall | Injuries, inconsistent offense & pitching| | Rivalry with Padres | 14-5 head-to-head, no series losses | Continued competitiveness | Currently leading, but narrow margin | | Team Health/Issues | Relatively healthy and consistent | Deep and well-funded roster | Injuries and underperformance issues | | Current Outlook | Contenders, dominant in NL West | World champions, highly competitive | Struggling to maintain dominance |
While the 2025 Dodgers are still competitive, they face challenges that prevent them from matching the dominance of their 2022 and 2024 championship-caliber teams.
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