Tyler Glasnow is still getting used to life as a Dodger, and he knows why the franchise is in a league of its own.
Appearing on the Starkville podcast from The Athletic, the veteran right-hander opened up about what it’s like pitching for a team with championship expectations and a reputation for excellence. While Glasnow didn’t directly mention money or high spending, he clearly sees the Dodgers’ structure and stability as something he hadn’t experienced before.
He pointed to the organization’s ability to retain top players and consistently add elite talent—something that’s rare across Major League Baseball. Without explicitly saying it, but slightly mentioning it, it was easy to infer that resources and long-term planning are key parts of what makes the Dodgers unique.
“The Rays had a great culture, but it was a lot of in and out with players,” Glasnow said, highlighting what he called a “unique situation” with the Dodgers compared to other clubs he’s been with.
He also touched on the organization’s use of technology, praising how data, video, and a biomechanic team are embedded into the team’s culture. It’s part of what makes the Dodgers feel, in his words, “different.”
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow
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More than anything, the constant expectation to win stands out. “For free agents, if you want to be the best player you can be, this is the organization for you,” he added. Calling it a no-brainer for players to come and play for the Dodgers.
Now playing alongside stars like Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and the pitcher he grew up watching—Clayton Kershaw—Glasnow knows he’s in rare territory.
Even without naming it directly, the message was clear: the Dodgers’ advantages are apparent, and they know how to use them.
