Dodgers launch quest for back-to-back World Series titles

The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off their 2024 World Series victory, are set to begin the 2025 MLB season with high expectations as they aim for back-to-back championships. The team has bolstered its already formidable lineup by acquiring elite pitchers Blake Snell and Roki Sasaki, along with re-signing key players like Teoscar Hernandez. The Dodgers will kick off their season at home against the Detroit Tigers, featuring Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts, both of whom are expected to make significant impacts after recovering from health issues. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has defended the Dodgers against criticisms that their spending is detrimental to the league, emphasizing the organization's success under the rules. As they embark on this quest, the Dodgers have been installed as early favorites to repeat as champions, a feat not achieved since the Yankees did so in the late 1990s. The revamped Dodger Stadium, with upgraded facilities, further reflects the franchise's commitment to success.