Why wait? Look for that to be the slogan for the Magic Johnson led Dodgers over the next couple months or so. The Dodgers have been dealt their fair share of injuries so far this season, and yet the disabled list claimed another victim today as Matt Kemp is headed to the disabled list for a second time this season. Yep, just two days after being activated, he’s headed back to the DL after re-aggravating the same left hamstring in last night’s game.

The Dodgers have been widely speculated to pursue roster upgrades after the Magic era began in Dodgertown. Well, with the signing of Bobby Abreu, and failed attempt at signing free agent Roy Oswalt, the Dodgers will look to continue those efforts in the coming weeks.

Buster Olney is tweeting that the Dodgers are actively making calls in pursuit of acquiring position players via trade. The Dodgers have found “no real match” in what is being called an “extremely limited market,” writes Olney, who notes that the team had been seeking to upgrade their roster even before the announcement of Kemp going on the disabled list.

So I look at the roster, beyond Andre Ethier in right field, A.J Ellis at catcher, and Matt Kemp in center, I see nobody else that has proved to be a bonafide starter on this roster right now. I know that seems ridiculous when you are the best team in the league, but that’s been in large part to a very young package of surprises, like Herrera, Van Slyke, De Jesus, and Eovaldi, who will no doubt have their ups and downs as they get their feet wet in the majors.

The biggest problem I see is first base, more notably, James Loney. He’s been a bust once again in 2012, I don’t care how many hot streaks this guy has left in him, he’s not the long term solution at first base. Colletti should have non-tendered Loney last winter, but the Dodgers are trying the James Loney experiment once again in 2012, and what do you know? The same results. In 2012, Loney’s stats are far from impressive, proving once again an upgrade is needed, because his glove is simply not enough.

2012 may prove to be Loney’s worst offensive season yet. What lies ahead for Loney? Honestly, I believe Loney will be traded, or he will stick around until he is finally non-tendered after this season. If Loney is traded mid-season look for an outfielder, the Dodgers have the flexibility to move Rivera or Abreu into first for the duration of the season. I think Loney can still be a hitter at the major league level, but I think a change of scenery is necessary will certainly do him some good at this point. The Dodgers rumor mill is sure to be swirling over the next several weeks, and potential trade candidates could consist of Kevin Youkilis, Carlos Lee, Mark Reynolds, and Adam Dunn.

The Dodgers are said to have lukewarm interest in Youkilis, at this point seem neither willing to take on his large salary, or handover a top prospect, tweets Ken Gurnick. Well that makes perfect sense to me, why overplay your hand? It’s barely June for cryin’ out loud. I don’t see one reason to go all-in on Youkilis when one he has been on the DL quite a bit recently, and hasn’t performed anywhere close to the level we have grown to expect from him. Um, hello McFly, think! Meanwhile, Jon Heyman says the Dodgers have stepped up their scouting on Youkilis. Yeah, you go ahead and read between those lines. It’s seriously like a game of chess this time of year.

Of course this all just speculation, but there are some obvious scenarios where it could make a lot of sense for all of these guys to be moved by July trade deadline. Of course according to Danny Knobler, the Red Sox definitely intend on trading Youkilis by the end of July. So you can take that for what it’s worth. But I wouldn’t be surprised one bit if the Dodgers pull off a clever move to land Youkilis, much like they did a few years back when they brought Manny Ramirez to Dodgertown.

Third base, yikes. This is another gaping hole, temporarily plugged by the surprising performance of Jerry Hairston, who’s been getting it done all season long, minus his brief stint on the disabled list. Juan Uribe just can’t seem to stay healthy and on the field at this point, seeming like he is destined for more of a part-time role moving forward. Youkilis, Reynolds, could be thrown into this category as well, and perhaps David Wright, if an extension isn’t reached with the Mets, but I find the Mets moving on from Wright highly unlikely at this point.

The outfield is pretty solid and there is a some quality depth there where there isn’t a lot of cause for concern. I do think left field is one of the easier positions to upgrade and I am certain the Dodgers realize that as well. Outfielders are always easier to come by, so it just naturally makes sense. I see the Dodgers exploring that market right away and I expect there have already been conversations with the Chicago Cubs about Alfonso Soriano. I could also see the Dodgers checking in on Nick Swisher, Michael Bourn, Carl Crawford, and Shane Victorino should these names hit the trade block. Of that bunch Soriano stands the highest chance of being traded.

As far as the pitching goes, well, the Dodgers will land a big time pitcher, and I guarantee it. Take it to the bank, the Dodgers will get someone to stick at the top of the starting rotation. Right now my money is on Cole Hamels, as the Dodgers are infatuated with this guy. Danny Knobler agrees, saying that “They love him, and they’re saying they’ll do whatever it takes to get him,” one person told Knobler. That’s good enough for me. Knobler also confirms that money is not expected to be an obstacle for the Dodgers. GM Ned Colletti should have the backing of the team’s new ownership group, Guggenheim Baseball Management.

Some other names to watch this summer are Ryan Dempster, Shaun Marcum, Zack Greinke, Wandy Rodriguez, and Matt Garza are just a few big name pitchers to keep an eye or two on over the next several weeks.

The Magic ownership regime has already made it abundantly clear that they are willing to spend. Of course that comes with their terms. There are not making moves just to make moves, but they realize that they are a serious contender this year, so upgrading the roster is obviously a high priority. It doesn’t seem like they are going to be afraid to spend big dollars as long as it is a smart business decision and not just a band-aid move.