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Dodgers make big Shohei Ohtani decision ahead of Astros matchup

Ohtani has been an NL Cy Young candidate this season, posting a 2-1 record with a ridiculous 0.60 ERA and 0.87 WHIP with 34 strikeouts.

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Which Dodgers reliever is headed back to Triple-A?

Brock Stewart rejoined the Dodgers in Houston after his three weeks on a minor league rehab assignment. He did not get activated Monday, after pitching on Sunday for Triple-A Oklahoma City, but will likely end his injured-list stint at some point during this series against the Astros.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 5

Feeling 'revitalization,' Dodgers eager for continued production on offense vs. Astros

After amassing only 11 runs in the previous five games and going six games without a home run, their longest drought since July 2014, the Los Angeles Dodgers' offense finally broke out on Monday.

Tommy Edman News / Dodger Blue / May 5

Tommy Edman Recovering On ‘Slower Program’

Tommy Edman has dealt with right ankle trouble for much of the time since he was acquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline in 2024. Edman was on the 10-day injured list at the time of the three-team trade between the Dodgers, Chicago White Sox and St.

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Mike Sirota News / True Blue LA / May 5

Mike Sirota wins Midwest League player of the week

Exactly one Dodgers minor leaguer won a player or pitcher of the week award in each week of the 2026 season to date. For the week of April 27-May 3, High-A Great Lakes outfielder Mike Sirota was named Midwest League player of the week after running roughshod over Peoria.

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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 / Dodger Blue / May 4

Dodgers Change Decision To Have Shohei Ohtani Only Pitch Against Astros

Shohei Ohtani held the Miami Marlins to two runs (one earned) in six innings of work last week, but was out of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for only the second time this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / May 4

Early offense guides Dodgers, Yoshinobu Yamamoto past Astros

Alex Freeland and Kyle Tucker homered in support of Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who worked six quality innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers won the opener of a three-game interleague series against the Houston Astros 8-3 on Monday.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4

Yoshinobu Yamamoto edged Paul Skenes in telling stat despite fewer games

The Los Angeles Dodgers are witnessing Yoshinobu Yamamoto carve out a Hall-of-Fame career. He’s even edged out Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes in one telling stat.

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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 / Dodger Blue / May 4

Recap: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Strikes Out 8, Dodgers’ Offense Hits Stride Against Astros

The Los Angeles Dodgers took advantage of a shaky Houston Astros pitching staff to end their home run drought at six games and pick up a second consecutive win.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Announces Mookie Betts Injury Update After 26 Missed Games

The Los Angeles Dodgers have gone 21-13 to open the 2026 season, doing so largely without shortstop Mookie Betts. On Monday, manager Dave Roberts provided an update on when the All-Star could return according to The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya.

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Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4

Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker perfectly responds to loud boos in Houston return

The Los Angeles Dodgers visited the Houston Astros on Monday night for Kyle Tucker’s first game back against his old team since the trade that sent him to the Chicago Cubs before the 2025 season.

MLB News / True Blue LA / May 4

Dodgers on Deck: Tuesday, May 5 at Astros

Shohei Ohtani is expected to be back pulling double duty on Tuesday night against the Houston Astros, both starting on the mound at Daikin Park and serving as the designated hitter.

Brock Stewart News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 4

Dodgers Getting Major Bullpen Help as Injured Pitcher Joins Team in Houston

Right-handed pitcher Brock Stewart has joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in Houston ahead of their three-game series with the Astros. It appears a roster move is imminent for the right-hander to join the bullpen after completing his rehab assignment.

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

Dodgers Lineup vs Astros: Hyeseong Kim Starting, Shohei Ohtani Takes On-Field BP

The Los Angeles Dodgers are kicking off a three-game series with the Houston Astros on Monday night at Daikin Park. The Dodgers (21-13) ended a four-game losing streak on Sunday with a win over the St.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 4

This Day In Dodgers History: National League Record Set For Most Consecutive Home Wins To Begin Season

On May 4, 2009, one day after they set a franchise record for the best home winning streak to begin a season, the Los Angeles Dodgers broke a longstanding National League record by defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks, 7-2, en route to their 11th consecutive victory at Dodger Stadium.

MLB News / True Blue LA / May 4

Dodgers offense faces a vulnerable Astros bullpen

The Dodgers managed to avoid a sweep against the Cardinals with a win on Sunday, facing a familiar face in Dustin May, but overall, the offense won’t have fond memories of their time in St.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Blake Snell Sends Message to Shohei Ohtani After MLB’s Announcement

The Los Angeles Dodgers look strong this season, leading their division at 21–13. Still, they’re navigating a puzzling stretch, going 5–5 over their last 10 games despite a top-tier offense that has shown inconsistency.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 4

Recent Offensive Struggles Tied To Illness Sweeping Through Dodgers Clubhouse

The Los Angeles Dodgers offense has hit a rough patch over the last two weeks, which coincides with several key players battling an illness. Max Muncy, Freddie Freeman, Teoscar Hernández and Alex Freeland are among those who have recently been under the weather.

Dave Roberts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 4

Dave Roberts Says Dodgers Will Have to Make Big Decision Soon Regarding Rotation

The Los Angeles Dodgers could soon be getting some needed arms back into the starting rotation, giving this team more of a boost. But with this, it does mean that other guys will be moved out of the starting group, and this is expected to be a tough decision for the team.