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Dodgers honor Monday's dramatic 1976 flag rescue

The Los Angeles Dodgers marked the 50th anniversary of Rick Monday rescuing the American flag from being burned in a 1976 game against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday afternoon with a pregame ceremony attended by Monday and his wife, Barbaralee.

Justin Wrobleski News / True Blue LA / April 25

Dodgers on Deck: Sunday, April 26 vs. Cubs

The Dodgers finish off their weekend series against the Cubs on Sunday afternoon at Dodger Stadium, and give the ball to Justin Wrobleski, who is currently on a heater.

Hyeseong Kim News / Dodgers Insider / April 25

Kim’s “sparkplug” energy offers Dodgers another weapon

When eight-time All-Star Mookie Betts went down with a right oblique strain in early April, it was a tough blow for the Dodgers. But it opened the door for Hyeseong Kim, who has become a “sparkplug” for the Dodgers, contributing in all facets of the game.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 25

Dodgers Change Lineup Due To Will Smith’s Back Tightness & Max Muncy’s Illness

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup looks a little different on Saturday for their second game against the Chicago Cubs, and it’s not because of the slump the offense has been in recently.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / CBSSports.com / April 25

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Dave Roberts Announces Will Smith News After Removal From Dodgers Lineup

Will Smith has established himself as one of the best catchers in baseball over the past eight seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 31-year-old is a three-time All-Star and has continued to make an impact in October.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 25

Dodgers Maintaining Trust In Veteran Relief Pitchers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are only in the first week of what’s projected to be roughly a three-month stretch without Edwin Díaz as he recovers from right elbow surgery, and their bullpen already is showing signs of some trouble.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 25

This Day In Dodgers History: Rick Monday Saves Flag At Dodger Stadium; National League Attendance Record Set

April 25 is an important date in Los Angeles Dodgers history for events that occurred at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum and Dodger Stadium, some 18 years apart, and with one involving Rick Monday during his time as an opposing player.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / April 25

Dodger Insider magazine: Rick Monday, the Proud Patriot

Editor’s note: Today marks the 50th anniversary of Rick Monday saving the American flag at Dodger Stadium. This story appears in the third edition of Dodger Insider magazine (available in print version at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium, while supplies last).

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 25

Dave Roberts: Shohei Ohtani ‘A Little Anxious’ At The Plate

Shohei Ohtani’s historic on-base streak came to an end at 53 games amid a recent skid at the plate. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ two-way star has been on a roll as a pitcher, but is hitting .172/.250/.241 with 11 strikeouts in his last seven games.

Emmet Sheehan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25

Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan revels secret behind big outing vs. Cubs

The Los Angeles Dodgers received a standout performance from starting pitcher Emmet Sheehan in the opening game of a three-game series vs. the red-hot Chicago Cubs, as the right-hander delivered one of his most effective outings of the season.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25

How Dodgers stunning loss to Cubs ended specific 71-game streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the best team in baseball, but they are human. On Friday, they fell short to the Chicago Cubs 6-4, despite Chicago’s hobbled pitching rotation.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 25

Dodgers Updates: Mookie Betts, Blake Snell & Brock Stewart

The Los Angeles Dodgers are awaiting the return of two impact pitchers in the form of Blake Snell and Brock Stewart, while Mookie Betts is closing in on a rehab assignment of his own.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Pro Sports / April 25

'Come Out Of It And Hit' – Dave Roberts Drops Blunt Take On Kyle Tucker’s Offense

Kyle Tucker was the premier free agent of the past offseason but remained unsigned for most of the winter. Eventually, the Los Angeles Dodgers signed him to a four-year $240 million deal, making him the highest-paid player in the MLB.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 25

Dodgers Notes: Ex-Dodger Suddenly Retires, Munetaka Murakami Talks LA, Shohei Ohtani Controversy

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Chicago Cubs, 6-4, on Friday evening and fell to 17-9 on the year. Right-hander Emmet Sheehan tossed 6.1 innings and fanned 10 as he allowed just one run and four hits on the night.

Andy Pages News / Just Baseball / April 25

Andy Pages Just Might Be the Dodgers’ Next Homegrown Star

With the 2026 MLB season now in full swing, the Los Angeles Dodgers have gotten right back to business. The Dodgers are currently 17-8, tied for first place in the NL West with the San Diego Padres.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 24

Rival Exec Calls Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Advantage 'Most Lopsided' in Pro Sports

Should a player talented enough to pitch and hit regularly in Major League Baseball be given special dispensation from the league to do both as often as Shohei Ohtani does for the Los Angeles Dodgers?

Blake Snell News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Dodgers' Blake Snell Announces Giveaway Before Cubs Game

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell has yet to pitch this season due to left shoulder fatigue. The 33-year-old has been managing the issue since last October, when he helped the Dodgers secure their second straight World Series title.

Dalton Rushing News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing sparks more backlash with a controversial slide

Dalton Rushing is speedrunning his villain arc. The Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Rushing sparked more criticism during Thursday’s game against the rival San Francisco Giants.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

Dave Roberts reveals Dodgers lineup plan amid Kyle Tucker slump

Kyle Tucker, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ prized free agent signing, has not gotten off to a strong start to begin the 2026 MLB season. As of April 23, Tucker is batting just .233 with three home runs and 13 RBIs, and much more is to be expected after the Dodgers gave him a whopping four-year, $240 million deal.