The Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Dustin May on a one-year contract for the 2024 season. This move ensures that the 26-year-old will return to the team as part of a pitching staff that remains one of the most formidable in Major League Baseball. May, who has shown flashes of brilliance throughout his career, will look to build on his potential and continue his development as a key contributor to the Dodgers’ rotation.

 

May, who made his MLB debut with the Dodgers in 2019, has long been considered one of the top young pitchers in the game. Standing at 6-foot-6, his imposing presence on the mound is matched by his explosive fastball, which can reach triple digits. In addition to his fastball, May also boasts a devastating curveball and a developing changeup that have made him a difficult matchup for opposing batters. However, injuries have unfortunately derailed parts of his career, limiting his appearances and consistency in recent seasons.

 

One of the most notable setbacks in May’s career came in 2021, when he underwent Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for the entire season. After spending much of 2022 rehabbing, he returned to the mound in 2023 and showed glimpses of his former self, posting a 4.55 ERA across 21 starts. While not the dominant performance fans had hoped for, May’s return was a positive sign of his recovery and his ability to contribute at the major league level. His fastball velocity and sharp breaking pitches suggest that he still has the potential to be a frontline starter for the Dodgers.

 

The one-year deal with May comes at a time when the Dodgers’ pitching staff is in flux, with several key players, including Clayton Kershaw, uncertain about their futures. The addition of May provides stability and depth to the rotation, which will be crucial as the team looks to compete for another division title and playoff berth in 2024. It also gives the Dodgers time to evaluate whether May can regain the form that made him a highly regarded prospect and a potential long-term piece of their pitching staff.

 

Off the field, May has developed a strong bond with his teammates and coaching staff, with many praising his work ethic and positive attitude as he worked his way back from surgery. The Dodgers, known for their player development system and focus on health and performance, have played a key role in helping May navigate his recovery, and he will look to continue that relationship in 2024.

 

For May, the one-year contract represents an opportunity to prove himself once again in a critical season. With the support of the Dodgers’ elite training staff and a talented roster around him, May will have every chance to fulfill his potential and help the team make a deep postseason run in 2024.