The Los Angeles Dodgers just made a major commitment to their skipper, Dave Roberts. According to New York Post insider Jon Heyman, the Dodgers have locked up Roberts with a record-breaking contract extension that keeps him in LA through the 2028 season.
And if you’re wondering just how big this deal is—let’s just say Roberts is about to be one of the highest-paid managers in Major League Baseball history.
He will be earning north of $8 million per year, making this the richest managerial deal on record. Not bad for a guy who’s already led his team to multiple World Series titles, right?
A Decade of Dodgers Dominance Under Roberts
This move isn’t exactly a shocking one. It solidifies Roberts’ place with one of baseball’s top franchises for the foreseeable future.
His current contract was set to expire after the 2025 season. The Dodgers weren’t about to let him get anywhere near free agency. And why would they?
Since taking over as manager in 2016, Roberts has compiled a staggering 851-506 record. That averages to 102 wins per season over a nine-year stretch.
Shedding the “Can’t Win the Big One” Label
Of course, Dodgers fans have had their ups and downs with Roberts over the years. For a while, the knock on him was that he couldn’t win the big one.
But he shattered that narrative in 2020, finally snapping the franchise’s 32-year World Series drought—even if it was during the shortened COVID season.
Then, just to remove all doubt, he went out and did it again in 2024, guiding the Dodgers to a dominant five-game victory over the New York Yankees. That second ring cemented his legacy, proving he could manage a powerhouse team and deliver championships.
The Future Looks Bright in Los Angeles
With eight NL West titles and four National League pennants under his belt, Roberts has built an undeniable legacy in Los Angeles. And the Dodgers aren’t done yet considering they may have the best offensive lineup in all of baseball.
They’re set to kick off their 2025 campaign in style. They are opening the regular season with a two-game set against the Chicago Cubs in Tokyo. With the team heading overseas soon, it makes perfect sense for this extension to be taken care of before they take off.
Whether you love him or criticize him, there’s no denying Dave Roberts’ place in Dodgers history. And now, with this massive extension, it looks like he will be leading the charge in LA for years to come.
