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Pitcher who struck out Shohei Ohtani at World Baseball Classic isn’t an electrician after all

There is a faulty wiring of sorts about the story on the real job of the Czech Republic pitcher who struck out Shohei Ohtani in a World Baseball Classic game.

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Japan vs. Venezuela game chat

Yoshinobu Yamamoto makes his final start of the World Baseball Classic on Saturday night in Miami, trying to get Japan past Venezuela and into the semifinals.

Justin Wrobleski News / True Blue LA / March 14

White Sox blow up Justin Wrobleski in Dodger loss

Even as far as spring training games go, this was a pretty forgettable one for the Dodgers, coming out on the losing end of a 7-2 effort against the White Sox.

Blake Treinen News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 14

Blake Treinen Has Optimistic View Despite 'Self-Inflicted' Trouble

The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen collectively fell short of expectations last season, and Blake Treinen is among those looking to get back on track in 2026.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 14

Dodgers at White Sox spring training game roster

Both Camelback Ranch co-tenants face off on Saturday afternoon, with the Dodgers as the road team against the White Sox. Non-roster invitee Zyhir Hope, a consensus top-100 prospect, leads the Dodgers with 19 games played this spring, missing only one day thus far.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Tyler Glasnow News / Dodger Blue / March 14

Tyler Glasnow Passed On Playing For Team USA In 2026 World Baseball Classic

Will Smith (United States), Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Japan), Edwin Díaz (Puerto Rico) and Hyeseong Kim (Korea) are currently away from the Los Angeles Dodgers as they represent their respective countries in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 14

Here today, Gon-dola 2026: Media and commercial real estate

Part of the discussion about the Dodgers Gondola project, which has been largely overlooked to date, concerns what will happen to the parking lots at Dodger Stadium after the project is completed, which is a large if, at this point.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / March 14

Dodgers Coaching Staff Remains Unchanged For 2026 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers are entering the 2026 season with the same coaching staff from the previous year, led by manager Dave Roberts. Roberts is entering his 11th season as manger of the Dodgers with a career record of 944-575 (.621).

Kyle Tucker News / Dodger Blue / March 14

Kyle Tucker Excited For Opening Day With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers expect Kyle Tucker to provide a huge boost to their outfield group and overall lineup this season after giving him a 4-year, $240 million contract.

Anthony Banda News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 14

Anthony Banda Praises Dodgers Organization Despite 'Utter Shock' With Trade

The Los Angeles Dodgers made several moves throughout the offseason to address space on their 40-man roster, which included Anthony Banda getting designated for assignment.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 14

Teoscar Hernández's Comments Give Dodgers Reason for Excitement

Teoscar Hernández put together an All-Star season with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024 and parlayed it to a three-year, $66 million contract. A disappointing campaign followed as Hernández got off to a hot start in 2025 but regressed upon suffering a strained left groin.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

River Ryan News / True Blue LA / March 14

River Ryan impressing in spring after missing 2025 season

River Ryan is scheduled to pitch one of the Dodgers’ split squad games on Sunday, getting the home game at Camelback Ranch against the Texas Rangers. The right-hander who had Tommy John surgery in August 2024 and missed all of 2025, is now vying for a spot in the Dodgers’ rotation, or at least a spot on the opening day roster in some role.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 14

Another trio of home runs power Dodgers over Mariners 10-7

The Dodgers poured it on with a six-run sixth against the Mariners in a 10-7 Cactus League win in Peoria Friday night. Yency Almonte nearly blew the victory with a three-run ninth, but the cushion the Dodgers created early kept them ahead.

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Shohei Ohtani News / True Blue LA / March 13

WBC: USA advances to semis, Shohei Ohtani builds up pitching

The United States advanced to the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic with a 5-3 win over Canada at Daikin Park in Houston on Friday night. Will Smith, who has been splitting catching duties with Cal Raleigh, did not play on Friday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Spring Injuries Will Test the Dodgers’ Starter Depth Early

The Los Angeles Dodgers look ready to defend their title in 2026. They have improved their lineup, shored up their bullpen, and have enough starters for a six-man rotation.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 13

Dodgers at Mariners spring training travel roster

The Dodgers take on the Seattle Mariners on Friday night in Peoria. Miguel Rojas DH Kyle Tucker RF Teoscar Hernández LF Alex Call CF Santiago Espinal 3B Alex Freeland SS Nick Senzel 2B James Tibbs III 1B Eliézer Alfonzo C Landon Knack starts for the Dodgers.

MLB News / True Blue LA / March 13

Dodgers on Deck: Saturday, March 14 at White Sox

The second and final battle of Camelback Ranch is upon us on Saturday afternoon, with the Dodgers taking on the White Sox, this time with Chicago as the home team.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 13

Shohei Ohtani Picks Which World Series Win was 'Harder'

Shohei Ohtani's first two seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers have been nothing short of unrivaled success on an individual level and for the team. In 2024, Ohtani established the 50-50 club, unanimously won the National League MVP Award, and captured a World Series title in his first time reaching the postseason.

Roki Sasaki News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 13

2 reasons Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki will bounce back in 2026

Preparation is a hallmark of any sport, but some players also learn by being thrown into the fire and facing any lingering discomfort that may accompany a new environment, role, or set of expectations.

Teoscar Hernandez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 13

Teoscar Hernandez’s spring training comments will get Dodgers fans excited for Opening Day

The Los Angeles Dodgers are on their journey to complete the three-peat, and there’s no doubt that they have the players to accomplish it. They added even more talent during the offseason, signing Kyle Tucker and other players who will give them a chance to make another run.