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Ben Casparius Moving Back Into Dodgers Bullpen

With the injuries in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ rotation this season, Ben Casparius was stretched out to move into a starting pitcher role. At the time, Casparius was arguably the top reliever in the bullpen and has experience as a stater, so it made sense to give him the opportunity.

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MLB Draft profile: Southern Miss RHP JB Middleton

Jim Callis at MLB Pipeline this week unveiled another mock draft, a little more than a week ahead of the 2025 MLB Draft, with the Dodgers picking both 40th and 41st overall on Sunday, July 13, the draft’s first night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 5

Getting blown out at Dodger Stadium, and the next game

The Dodgers got their doors blown off on July 4, losing by a whopping 17 runs to the Astros in Friday’s series opener, the most lopsided loss at Dodger Stadium.

Luis Garcia News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5

Dodgers release veteran right-hander

The Dodgers have released Luis Garcia, according to the right-hander’s MLB.com profile page.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 5

Do the Dodgers need a big move at the deadline?

Yes, Dodgers pitchers get injured all the time. But they may not need much for backup. What should the Dodgers do at the trade deadline? Here’s a hot take: nothing.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / July 5

Los Angeles Dodgers Provide Encouraging Injury News on Multi-Time Cy Young Winner

After missing most of the season thus far with a shoulder injury, Los Angeles Dodgers' lefty Blake Snell is nearing a return to the mound. Per Sonja Chen of MLB.com: Blake Snell and Blake Treinen will face hitters again tomorrow (Saturday, one inning for Treinen, two for Snell).

Dave Roberts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts gets 100% real after getting embarrassed by Astros

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered their July 4th series opener against the Houston Astros with momentum and a division lead, but they were completely dismantled in an 18-1 blowout at Dodger Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 5

Dodgers trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Saturday edition

Think you can figure out what Dodgers player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. We’re back for another day of the True Blue LA in-5 daily trivia game.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / July 5

On 31st birthday, Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani to pitch against Astros

Shohei Ohtani's ramp up toward becoming a full-fledged starting pitcher will continue Saturday when the right-hander takes the mound against the visiting Houston Astros on his 31st birthday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 5

Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Felt 10 Years Wrapped Up In Embrace With Clayton Kershaw

Clayton Kershaw needed to gut out six innings in order to reach 3,000 career strikeouts this week, but the manner in which he accomplished the milestone allowed for the Los Angeles Dodgers to properly celebrate the future Hall of Famer.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5

Player who was Clayton Kershaw’s 3,000th strikeout victim gets bad news

Chicago White Sox infielder Vinny Capra found himself forever etched in Major League Baseball history this week, but not for the reason he’d prefer. In the sixth inning on Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Capra fell victim to pitcher Clayton Kershaw, who froze the White Sox slugger for strikeout No.

Tommy Edman News / True Blue LA / July 5

Dodgers rotation plans, Tommy Edman to play some 3B

Now that the Friday fireworks from Astros bats are finally over, let’s head into Saturday morning after the Dodgers’ most-lopsided loss ever at Dodger Stadium.

MLB News / FirstSportz / July 5

Dodgers Announcer Brings up Astros Sign Stealing Scandal in 18-1 Blowout Loss

The Los Angeles Dodgers got pounded on Friday by the Houston Astros. The World Series champions were blown away 18-1 by the American League team. As the Astros kept on hitting, a Dodgers announcer brought up their infamous sign-stealing scandal.

Ben Casparius News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Recap: Ben Casparius Struggles As Starter In Dodgers’ Historic Loss To Astros

Ben Casparius labored through a short start and the Los Angeles Dodgers suffered an 18-1 blowout loss to the red-hot Houston Astros to put a damper on Fourth of July at Dodger Stadium.

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Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Dodgers news: How many innings will Shohei Ohtani pitch in next outing?

Shohei Ohtani is pitching once again after not taking the mound all of last season. Since his return, the Los Angeles Dodgers have taken it slow with the superstar two-way player, as longevity is the goal.

Tyler Glasnow News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Tyler Glasnow Potentially Re-Joining Dodgers Rotation For Next Start

Tyler Glasnow has been on the injured list since April 28 due to right shoulder inflammation, but he appears to be close to returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ rotation.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 4

Pete Crow-Armstrong builds MVP case in win over Cardinals

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong illustrates MVP case in Independence Day win

In honor of America's founding fathers signing the Declaration of Independence 249 years ago on July 4, 1776, Chicago Cubs centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong made his own bold declaration against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Cubs make history in July 4 win over Cardinals

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 4

Dodgers' $182 Million Signing Named One of MLB's Worst Contracts

When the Los Angeles Dodgers signed starting pitchers Blake Snell and Roki Sasaki a few months ago, it seemed like the organization had won the offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Dodgers Trade Deadline Plans Revealed Amid Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow News

There has simply been nothing the Los Angeles Dodgers can do on the injury front. Injuries are uncontrollable in most scenarios, and with the number of arms they've added from external teams over the past few years, it's tough to even blame the Dodgers for the injuries the pitching staff has faced.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4