Dodgers News: Edwin Diaz to Bring Timmy Trumpet's "Narcos" Theme to Los Angeles As the 2026 MLB season approaches, Los Angeles Dodgers fans are eagerly anticipating the debut of new additions to the roster, including Edwin Diaz, who has signed a lucrative free-agent contract. The focus is on whether Diaz will bring his iconic "Narcos" entrance theme, a signature element of his career, to Dodger Stadium. Diaz, known for his electrifying presence on the mound, has long been associated with the high-energy "Narcos" song by Timmy Trumpet and Blasterjaxx. The track, which blends electronic beats with a dramatic trumpet solo, became a staple of his walk-up music during his time with the Seattle Mariners. After briefly switching to a different song during his tenure with the New York Mets, Diaz returned to "Narcos" in 2023, sparking a wave of fan enthusiasm. The Mets even incorporated the theme into merchandise, including bobbleheads and foam trumpet giveaways, cementing its place in the team’s culture. Now, with Diaz joining the Dodgers, fans are curious about how the theme will translate to Dodger Stadium. NBC Los Angeles reporter Olivia Garvey highlighted the significance of the moment, noting that the "Narcos" entrance would mark the first time Diaz steps onto the field at the iconic venue. “If all you Dodgers fans aren’t excited enough for OPENING DAY… For the first time at Dodger Stadium… We finally get to see Edwin Diaz come out of the Bullpen to the Trumpets,” Garvey wrote. The Dodgers’ 2026 lineup includes returning stars like Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, alongside new additions such as Kyle Tucker and Santiago Espinal. Diaz’s role as the team’s closer is expected to address their late-inning struggles, adding another layer of excitement for the season.#los_angeles #dodgers #edwin_diaz #timmy_trumpet #blasterjaxx
Dodgers 2026 Bullpen Preview: Edwin Diaz Joins Elite Core The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to have a full-time closer for the first time since 2021 as they prepare for the 2026 season. The team’s acquisition of All-Star reliever Edwin Díaz during the offseason addresses a long-standing issue that hindered their bullpen in 2025. First-year closer Tanner Scott struggled after signing a multi-year deal, leading the Dodgers to shift Japanese rookie Roki Sasaki into the role in October. Díaz, a dominant closer with the New York Mets, returns to the majors after declining the final two years of his $102 million, five-year contract. Over seven seasons with the Mets, he posted a 2.36 ERA, 2.12 SIERA, and 2.15 FIP, along with a 40.8% strikeout rate and 8.9% walk rate. He recorded 144 saves in 332 appearances, establishing himself as one of baseball’s premier closers. Despite turning 32 this season, projections from FanGraphs anticipate a 2.92 ERA and 2.90 FIP across 66 innings for Díaz in Los Angeles. With the Dodgers’ star-studded roster, he is expected to surpass his 28 saves from 2025. Díaz missed most of the Cactus League action due to participation with Team Puerto Rico in the 2026 World Baseball Classic but has since returned to Camelback Ranch. His presence in the bullpen provides stability, as the Dodgers’ 2025 team ranked 10th in the league with 25 blown saves. Manager Dave Roberts expressed relief at having a reliable 9th-inning option, citing Díaz’s track record of success. Tanner Scott, the team’s previous closer, faced significant challenges in his first season with the Dodgers. After a stellar 2024 campaign with a 1.75 ERA and 28.6% strikeout rate, Scott struggled in 2025, posting a 4.74 ERA, 4.70 FIP, and 11 blown saves. His 25.#world_baseball_classic #los_angeles_dodgers #edwin_diaz #tanner_scott #roki_sasaki
Former Mets All-Star closer predicted to lead NL in saves with Dodgers During the 2026 MLB offseason, the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets were closely tied to several top free agents, with their competition for Kyle Tucker culminating in a $240 million, four-year deal for the Dodgers. Another significant move involved the departure of an All-Star closer from the Mets to the Dodgers, where he signed a three-year contract worth over $60 million. MLB.com’s Manny Randhawa noted that 57 of his staff members predicted the new Dodgers closer, Edwin Diaz, would finish the season with the most saves in the National League. This outcome would be a setback for the Mets, who lost a key reliever, but a major advantage for the Dodgers, who have struggled with bullpen depth in recent years. Diaz, a 32-year-old reliever, has been among the league’s best closers over the past few seasons. In 2025, he posted a 1.63 ERA with a 38% strikeout rate while saving 28 games for the Mets. His performance last year solidified his reputation as a reliable late-inning option, though his save total was lower than in previous seasons. In 2024, Diaz recorded 20 saves in 54 games with a 3.52 ERA, a decline from his 2022 season, when he had a 1.31 ERA and 32 saves in 61 appearances. His best season came in 2018 with the Seattle Mariners, where he saved 57 games with a 1.96 ERA in 73 games. Now with the Dodgers, Diaz is expected to serve as the full-time closer, a role that aligns with his strengths. The team’s recent struggles in the bullpen have created a need for a dependable closer, and Diaz’s track record suggests he could thrive in that position. If he consistently performs as a shutdown reliever for the Dodgers in 2026, leading the National League in saves would be a logical outcome.#los_angeles_dodgers #new_york_mets #mlb_com #edwin_diaz #kyle_tucker
Highest-Paid Reliever in 2026 MLB Season Sean Manaea of the New York Mets has been named the highest-paid reliever for the 2026 Major League Baseball season. The right-handed pitcher is set to earn an average salary of $25 million this year under a three-year contract worth $75 million. This will be the second-to-last year of his deal, after which he will become a free agent in 2028. Manaea, who joined the Mets in 2024, has transitioned from a starting role to a full-time reliever for 2026. Last season, he was limited to just 15 games as a starter, prompting the team to shift his role. Speaking about the change, Manaea expressed his preference for starting but acknowledged the team’s decision. “I consider myself a starter. To not be that is frustrating. But at the end of the day, I’m going to let my pitching do the work in whatever capacity that is and go from there,” he said during an interview at Clover Park. Manaea’s move to the bullpen is part of a broader trend of high-profile relievers securing lucrative contracts. Alongside him, Edwin Díaz, a former Mets teammate now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is also among the top earners. Díaz is on a three-year deal that will pay him over $20 million in 2026. Other notable relievers include Tanner Scott, who will earn $18 million, and Devin Williams, who will make $17 million. Raisel Iglesias is set for $16 million. Josh Hader of the Houston Astros holds the most valuable contract among relievers, with a five-year, $95 million deal that runs through 2028. Hader’s agreement is the longest among top-paid relievers and ranks as the second-largest contract in the league. Tanner Scott’s $72 million deal with the Dodgers and Edwin Díaz’s $69 million contract follow closely behind.#los_angeles_dodgers #new_york_mets #clover_park #sean_manea #edwin_diaz
