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Los Angeles Dodgers utility standout Tommy Edman underwent right ankle surgery after the team’s World Series accomplishment. Edman had dealt with the injury for most of the 2025 MLB season, and once the campaign was over, he addressed the matter.

Edman spent two separate stretches on the injured list with a sprained right ankle, the second coming in August. The Dodgers eased him back into action, hoping the extra time would help the ankle settle, but the issue lingered deep into the postseason.

It kept Edman limited to infield work for most of the run, and he didn’t shift to center field until the World Series made it unavoidable. On December 6, Edman spoke with Dodgers Nation about his recovery process.

“It’s going well,” Edman said. “Just kind of recovering day at a time, you know, slowly but surely. I think I got to be in the boot for a couple more weeks, and then get moving around Christmas time and hopefully be 100 percent for next year.”

Dodgers Are Positive About Tommy Edman’s Bounce-Back

In November, Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes spoke with reporters at the General Managers Meetings in Las Vegas, a group that included MLB.com reporter AJ Cassavell. Moreover, Gomes believes that surgery would allow Edman to find the past form that saw him win the NLCS MVP in 2024.

“This was clearly bothering him for a while,” Gomes said (h/t MLB.com ). “He’s so tough and went out there and kept just posting for us, and obviously played great for us. So I think it’ll be good to get it addressed, and then that way he can kind of have this behind him.”

With his lingering ankle injury, Edman had a batting average of .225 with 78 hits, 13 home runs, 49 RBIs, and 49 runs scored in 97 games in 2025, per StatMuse .

Tommy Edman Will Look to Return by Spring Training

The Dodgers expect Edman to be close to full speed by the start of spring training, but they won’t lock in a firm timetable until the procedure is done and the rehab work begins. That uncertainty raises real questions about second base and center field, the two spots he usually handles.

Edman’s value lies in his ability to move easily between roles. When the ankle issue limited his availability in center, the Dodgers had fewer ways to shape the lineup, and it showed at times. If he isn’t ready for Opening Day, the team can easily fill second base. However, the bigger concern would be how his absence affects the outfield.

Moreover, Los Angeles moved to retain another utility player this offseason. ESPN reported on December 3, citing sources, that the Dodgers welcome back Miguel Rojas for what is likely to be his final major league season.

Rojas has agreed to a one-year, $5.5 million deal for 2026 and will also support the Dodgers’ player development efforts, transitioning into a front office role in 2027.

The veteran infielder first appeared with the Dodgers in 2014, then came back to the team through a trade with the Miami Marlins before the 2023 season, quickly becoming a prominent voice and leader on a roster full of stars.

Eduardo Razo Eduardo Razo is a sports journalist covering the NFL for Heavy.com. He previously covered the league for NBC Sports Washington and NBC Sports Bay Area & California, and has contributed as a freelance writer for The Sporting News. He also served as an editor for Athlon Sports and Heavy Sports focusing on MLB and the NFL. More about Eduardo Razo