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Dave Roberts Gets Close to Naming Dodgers Closer Moving Forward

The Dodgers have searched far and wide for a true closer this season. After signing reliever Tanner Scott to a four-year, $72 million deal in the offseason with the full intent for him to serve as the team's closer, Scott, who was a productive closer in 2024 for the Marlins and Padres with a 1.75 ERA, has not lived up to his contract.

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2025 NLDS: LA’s home sweet postseason home

When the Dodgers clinched their first World Series title on the West Coast exactly 66 years ago with a 9–3 victory in Game 6 against the White Sox at Chicago’s Comiskey Park on Oct.

Tyler Glasnow News / MLB on ClutchPoints / 1 hour ago

Tyler Glasnow Game 3 status for NLDS revealed by Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are one win away from returning to the National League Championship Series. But will Tyler Glasnow be ready to go for Game 3 versus the Philadelphia Phillies?

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Mookie Betts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / 2 hours ago

Dodgers Fans Receive Clear Message From Mookie Betts Before NLDS Game 3

The Dodgers have the opportunity to continue their perfect postseason as they host the Phillies in Game 3 of the National League Division Series Wednesday night.

Roki Sasaki News / Yardbarker / 38 minutes ago

Dodgers' solution for closer woes is unexpected, but brilliant

The ninth inning has been a concern for the Los Angeles Dodgers since closer Kenley Jansen departed in free agency following the 2021 season.

Dodgers make bold decision on closer role for rest of postseason

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Will Smith News / True Blue LA / 3 hours ago

Will Smith in Dodgers Game 3 lineup, first start in 29 days

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers have another All-Star in their lineup for Game 3 against the Phillies, with catcher Will Smith behind and batting fifth on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium, making his first start since September 9.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / 4 hours ago

2025 NLDS: Dodgers starting pitching is flexing its power

Dodger starting pitching has produced four of a kind thus far in the postseason. It’s four starts — all high-quality outings, all wins, all with nine strikeouts.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / 4 hours ago

Phillies' Walker Buehler Sends Mookie Betts Major Praise Ahead of NLDS Game 3

The miraculous Shohei Ohtani act, where he turns from an elite starting pitcher to one of the best hitters the game has ever seen in the blink of an eye, is a distracting one.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / 4 hours ago

Los Angeles Dodgers Have Two Of MLB's Top 20 Prospects

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in a good position. They lead the National League Division Series 2-0 over the Philadelphia Phillies and are one win away from the NLCS for the seventh time in the last 13 years.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Sporting News / 5 hours ago

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki receives high praise from Blake Treinen

Blake Treinen has been nothing short of impressed with Roki Sasaki's transition to the bullpen

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / 5 hours ago

Dodgers to Make One Big Change in Lineup for NLDS Game 3

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson defied expectations when he announced that Aaron Nola, not Ranger Suarez, will start Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday at Dodger Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Sporting News / 5 hours ago

Mets reliever viewed as perfect fit to sign with the Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers could improve their bullpen by signing this soon-to-be free agent

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Sporting News / 6 hours ago

Dodgers predicted to sign $410M 4-time All-Star, World Series champion in free agency splash

The Los Angeles Dodgers are about to get even more richer with this free agency prediction.

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Dodgers' Dave Roberts Called Out for Questionable Blake Treinen Decision

Dodger fans collectively held their breath when Blake Treinen took the mound in the ninth inning of NLDS Game 2. The Dodgers held a 4-1 lead and needed to make it through the ninth.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / 6 hours ago

Dodgers can have no letup on way to clinching NLDS

Happy (possible) NLDS Clinch Day to all who may celebrate! With two crazy, nerve-wracking wins in Philly, the Dodgers are poised to sweep the Phillies to advance to the NLCS.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / 7 hours ago

Dodgers NLDS: Mookie Betts Believes Freddie Freeman’s Pick More Impressive Than Wheel Play

The Los Angeles Dodgers earned a hard-fought 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 2 of the National League Division Series after Mookie Betts and Max Muncy pulled off a wheel play to get an important out at third base.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / 8 hours ago

Dodgers Have Never Practiced Defensive Play That Saved NLDS Game 2

The Los Angeles Dodgers took down the Philadelphia Phillies, 4-3, on Monday night to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the NLDS. For such a dominant offensive team, the Dodgers relied on their defense to ultimately win the game when they entered the final inning up 4-1.

Clayton Kershaw News / Dodger Blue / 8 hours ago

Dodgers Postseason: Clayton Kershaw Available For ‘Various Roles’ Out Of Bullpen

Clayton Kershaw was among two additions to the Los Angeles Dodgers roster for the National League Division Series after being left off during the Wild Card round.

Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / 11 hours ago

Dodgers NLDS: Roki Sasaki ‘Primary Option’ For Closer Role

The Los Angeles Dodgers assembled what had the makings of a stout bullpen but the group wholly underperformed during the regular season and into the playoffs thus far.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / 17 hours ago

Dodgers Near Full Strength for Game Three

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have catcher Will Smith starting Wednesday as they hope to clinch the National League Division Series at home against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / 20 hours ago

Dodgers’ Nemesis Hit With $3.7M Setback After Losing Fight for Young MLB Stars

“Preys on young, unsophisticated athletes, offering lump-sum advances in exchange for significant portions of their future earnings.” The words used by the Dodgers’ nemesis in his lawsuit highlighted a troubling system.

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