In actuality, Taylor could elect a minor league assignment in lieu of being released, but that seems highly unlikely.

The Dodgers originally obtained Taylor in a 2016 trade with the Seattle Mariners that sent pitcher Zach Lee to the Pacific Northwest. Whereas Taylor enjoyed a successful nine-year run in Los Angeles, Lee never appeared in the majors with the Mariners and hasn't pitched professionally since 2022.

The Dodgers sent a message to the 34-year-old veteran with a post on their official Instagram account. "Thank you Chris for bringing two championships to LA, all the unforgettable moments on and off the field and everything you’ve done for the city of Los Angeles," the caption read.