ESPN updates Dodgers' desired pursuit of free agents Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger

Billy Heyen

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The Los Angeles Dodgers aren't complacent.

They've won the last two World Series, but that won't stop them from chasing more rings. They've already signed Edwin Diaz in free agency, but there's plenty more to be done.

The names still out there that could appeal to the Dodgers: Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger.

The powerful, left-handed swinging outfielders would both represent an upgrade in L.A.

"The Dodgers seek another bat, preferably a big one," ESPN's Alden Gonzalez wrote on Thursday. "They remain on the periphery for Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger, ready to pounce if a short-term deal with a high average annual value becomes alluring to either. And they'll pivot to the trade market if it doesn't."

Securing another bat -- preferably a left-handed one who can slot into the outfield and consistently make contact -- is the most direct path toward improving a team that is already a World Series favorite.

Tucker reportedly also has interest from the New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays.

Many expect Bellinger to return to the New York Yankees, but those other suitors for Tucker could also pivot to Bellinger if they don't land the former Cubs slugger.

The Dodgers definitely want another bat, one way or another.

"Securing another bat -- preferably a left-handed one who can slot into the outfield and consistently make contact -- is the most direct path toward improving a team that is already a World Series favorite," Gonzalez writes.

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Gonzalez adds in his Dodgers breakdown that they'll likely look to add additional bullpen help in front of Diaz.

This isn't a team that slows down. They keep on going for the big trophy, and they'll likely put themselves in prime position to claim it again.

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