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Dodgers Announce Non-Roster Invitees for Spring Training: Scherzer, Weems, Zavala Among Key Names<\/strong><\/p>\n By Anthony Franco | February 9, 2026 at 7:38 p.m. CDT<\/strong><\/p>\n The Los Angeles Dodgers<\/strong> have unveiled their full list of 32 non-roster invitees<\/strong> for the upcoming Spring Training<\/strong>. While most of the invitees are familiar faces from the farm system<\/strong> or players already signed to minor league contracts, the team also revealed a couple of new names who signed minor league deals<\/strong> recently, adding some fresh depth to their camp.<\/p>\n Among the notable new invitees are catcher Seby Zavala<\/strong> and reliever Jordan Weems<\/strong>. Both players add veteran experience<\/strong> and provide the Dodgers with added versatility as they head into the new season.<\/p>\n Jordan Weems<\/strong>, a 33-year-old right-handed pitcher<\/strong>, has spent the last six seasons<\/strong> in the Major Leagues<\/strong>, making appearances with various teams. Last season, Weems appeared in just four games<\/strong> for the Houston Astros<\/strong>, struggling with a 5.51 career ERA<\/strong> over 160 innings<\/strong> pitched. He allowed seven runs<\/strong> across 4 1\/3 innings<\/strong> in 2025, but his overall career numbers also include a solid 24% strikeout rate<\/strong> despite an elevated 11.2% walk rate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n In addition to his brief stint with the Astros, Weems<\/strong> spent most of 2025<\/strong> between the Triple-A affiliates of the Astros and Braves<\/strong>, posting a 4.44 ERA<\/strong> in 46 2\/3 innings<\/strong>. His experience at the big league level, along with his ability to strike out batters and provide depth to the bullpen, makes him a valuable asset for the Dodgers<\/strong> as they look to solidify their relief corps.<\/p>\n Seby Zavala<\/strong>, a right-handed hitting catcher<\/strong>, joins Chuckie Robinson<\/strong> as non-roster backstops who bring MLB experience<\/strong> to the Dodgers\u2019 Spring Training. At 32 years old<\/strong>, Zavala is primarily known for his defensive abilities<\/strong>, but his offensive numbers have been less than stellar. Throughout his career, Zavala has posted a .205\/.271\/.342 slash line<\/strong> in 194 games<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Last season, Zavala spent time in Triple-A with the Boston Red Sox<\/strong>, where his performance at the plate was even more troubling, hitting .164\/.273\/.333<\/strong> while striking out 36% of the time<\/strong>. Despite his offensive struggles, Zavala\u2019s defensive reliability<\/strong> makes him a strong depth option for the Dodgers, who are looking for experienced backup options behind Will Smith<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Zavala’s path to an Opening Day roster spot<\/strong> could depend on his ability to outplay Ben Rortvedt<\/strong>, who was reclaimed from Cincinnati<\/strong> and is also competing for the backup role. Rortvedt, who is out of options<\/strong>, will need to prove himself during Spring Training to avoid being placed on waivers. Dalton Rushing<\/strong>, a second-year player, is the favorite<\/strong> for the backup spot, but Zavala<\/strong> and Robinson<\/strong> could provide depth should the Dodgers need further options.<\/p>\n The Dodgers also added some additional arms to their bullpen depth with Wyatt Mills<\/strong>, Carlos Duran<\/strong>, and Antoine Kelly<\/strong> all receiving non-roster invitations.<\/p>\n Wyatt Mills<\/strong>, who posted a 6.21 ERA<\/strong> in 38 appearances<\/strong> with the Mariners<\/strong> and Royals<\/strong> between 2021-22<\/strong>, joined the Dodgers on a minor league deal in August 2025<\/strong>. Though he didn\u2019t pitch in any affiliated games last season, Mills remains with the organization as a depth option in the bullpen.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Carlos Duran<\/strong>, a power arm<\/strong>, was traded to the Oakland A\u2019s<\/strong> last season and made his MLB debut<\/strong> with the A\u2019s in 2025<\/strong>, but he struggled with control<\/strong>. The 6\u20197\u201d righty<\/strong> posted an alarming 19% walk rate<\/strong> in Triple-A<\/strong> last season. Still, his velocity<\/strong> (mid-90s fastball) could make him a potential asset if he improves his command.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Antoine Kelly<\/strong>, a 6\u20195\u201d left-handed pitcher<\/strong>, is another power arm<\/strong> added to the mix. Despite posting a 5.63 ERA<\/strong> in 34 games<\/strong> for the Rockies\u2019 top affiliate<\/strong> last year, Kelly\u2019s ability to hit 96-97 MPH<\/strong> on the radar gun gives the Dodgers a raw but intriguing bullpen option.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n In addition to the new arms and Schuemann, the Dodgers have brought in Nick Senzel<\/strong>, a former #2 overall pick<\/strong>, who signed a minor league contract with the team last May. Senzel hit .252\/.341\/.408<\/strong> with Triple-A Oklahoma City<\/strong> last season. While he still has work to do to crack the MLB roster, his minor league deal<\/strong> suggests the Dodgers see potential in him.<\/p>\n The trade that brought Max Schuemann<\/strong> to the Dodgers<\/strong> involved Luis Burgos<\/strong>, a 20-year-old right-hander<\/strong> with limited professional experience. Burgos has spent his entire pro career<\/strong> in the Dominican Summer League<\/strong> (DSL), where he posted a 3.39 ERA<\/strong> over 79.2 innings<\/strong>. While his strikeout rate<\/strong> of 8.0 K\/9<\/strong> is modest and his walk rate<\/strong> of 4.7 BB\/9<\/strong> suggests some room for growth, Burgos\u2019s solid performance in run prevention could make him a project for the Athletics<\/strong> as he moves up the ranks of their minor league system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The Los Angeles Dodgers<\/strong> continue to strengthen their depth with Max Schuemann<\/strong> and a variety of non-roster invitees<\/strong> who bring veteran experience<\/strong> and defensive versatility to the Spring Training roster<\/strong>. Schuemann\u2019s addition gives the team an option in the infield and outfield<\/strong>, while the pitching additions like Wyatt Mills<\/strong>, Carlos Duran<\/strong>, and Antoine Kelly<\/strong> provide further depth to a bullpen that could use extra arms.<\/p>\n As the Dodgers prepare for the season, these new additions could play a key role in filling out the roster and offering manager Dave Roberts<\/strong> flexibility as he looks to build a championship-contending team. While none of these players may be front-runners for starting roles, they could provide crucial depth as the team pushes through the grueling 162-game season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Dodgers Announce Non-Roster Invitees for Spring Training: Scherzer, Weems, Zavala Among Key Names By Anthony Franco | February 9, 2026 at 7:38 p.m. CDT The Los Angeles… <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":151198,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-151197","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nba"],"yoast_head":"\nJordan Weems: Veteran Reliever Adds Depth to Dodgers\u2019 Bullpen<\/h3>\n
Seby Zavala: Veteran Backup Catcher with Defensive Skills<\/h3>\n
Additional Non-Roster Invitees<\/h3>\n
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The Dodgers\u2019 Other Notable Invites<\/h3>\n
Luis Burgos: The Trade Piece Headed to Oakland<\/h3>\n
Conclusion: Dodgers Add Depth Across Multiple Positions<\/h3>\n