In an unexpected move on trade deadline day, the Dodgers have made headlines with a significant deal.
Teaming up with the Kansas City Royals, the Dodgers have secured left-handed pitcher Kris Bubic, a former All-Star, as confirmed by multiple insiders familiar with the transaction. Bubic’s arrival is set to bolster the Dodgers’ pitching lineup.
Heading to Kansas City in exchange is Carlos Duran, a promising right-hander currently pitching in triple-A.
Currently, Bubic, aged 28, finds himself on the 60-day injured list due to an elbow issue. Despite this setback, he has proven to be an effective swingman throughout his seven-year MLB career.
Boasting a career record of 126 appearances, including 89 starts, Bubic holds a 4.14 ERA. His past performances are impressive, particularly in 2024 when he posted a stellar 2.67 ERA across 27 relief outings, and in 2025, when his exceptional 2.55 ERA in 20 starts earned him an All-Star nod with an 8-7 win-loss record.
ESPN first reported news of the trade.
This is a developing story and will be updated.