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Recap: Dodgers All-Stars Shine On 4th Of July To Take Series Vs. Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered the Fourth of July with a chance to win their four-game series against the San Diego Padres, and they did just that. The Dodgers now have a chance to sweep on Sunday while the Padres try to break an eight-game losing streak.

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto shines in Dodgers’ shutout win

Fans of round numbers enjoyed Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s masterful performance to lead a second straight low-scoring win for the Dodgers against the Padres, this one finishing 3-0.

Shohei Ohtani News / ESPN / July 4

Ohtani, Freeman lead Dodgers' 4 All-Star starters

Shohei Ohtani will be joined by four Los Angeles teammates in the NL's starting lineup, while the Dodgers, Braves and Phillies will each send five players to the July 14 All-Star Game.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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The 'Active 200-K season leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / July 4

It’s a quintet of Dodger All-Stars, including a quartet of starters

This golden era of Dodger baseball is defined by championships. But a subcategory is the stars — the All-Stars. The Dodgers will be represented in the 2026 Major League Baseball All-Star Game on July 14 by five players — including four starters.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Dave Roberts reveals latest Shohei Ohtani injury update during Padres series

The Los Angeles Dodgers rearranged their catcher lineup before facing the San Diego Padres Saturday. But elevating Triple-A star Eliezer Alfonzo wasn’t the only Fourth of July move.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 4

2026 MLB All-Star Game Rosters: Mookie Betts, Teoscar Hernández And Will Smith Fall Short

Teoscar Hernández and Will Smith have both spent several weeks on the injured list this season, but they nevertheless were among the Los Angeles Dodgers who advanced to Phase 2 of 2026 MLB All-Star Game voting.

Andy Pages News / Dodger Blue / July 4

2026 MLB All-Star Game Starter: Andy Pages Named To National League Team

Andy Pages was named among the National League starters for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, marking a first career selection to the event. While Pages is among multiple Los Angeles Dodgers who will be participating in the All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park, his inclusion did not come without some late magic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Dodgers Call Up Eliezer Alfonzo & Option Chuckie Robinson

The Los Angeles Dodgers selected the contract of Eliezer Alfonzo after adding him to their 40-man roster and optioned Chuckie Robinson to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Dodgers on pace to make jaw-dropping franchise history

The Los Angeles Dodgers are turning the NL West race into one of the most lopsided division stories in franchise history before the All-Star break. The Dodgers head into Saturday night’s clash vs.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 4

Dodgers keep growing the biggest division lead in baseball

How quickly does one get hit in the face with a reality check? Why don’t we ask the San Diego Padres, a team that, when it faced the Dodgers for the first time this season, trailed in the race for the NL West by just half a game?

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

Dodgers Manager Hints at Starting Pitcher Losing His Job Despite Strong Results

Eric Lauer's run in the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting rotation has been longer and more successful than perhaps anyone expected. Lauer was designated for assignment on May 11 by the Toronto Blue Jays with a 1-5 record and 6.69 ERA.

Will Smith News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Will Smith Throwing And Hitting In Rehab Progression From Neck Injury

Will Smith has been out of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for nearly one month since he first started dealing with a neck injury. Smith was first scratched from the lineup on June 6 due to what Dodgers manager Dave Roberts described as a stiff neck.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Padres-Dodgers Series Finale Part Of ‘Star-Spangled Sunday’ On NBC Sports

The series finale between the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers is an exclusive national broadcast as part of NBC Sports putting together “Star-Spangled Sunday” on July 5.

Eliezer Alfonzo News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4

Dodgers To Select Eliezer Alfonzo Jr.

The Dodgers are set to select the contract of catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. from Triple-A, according to reporter Georgeny Perez and El Extrabase’s Daniel

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker / July 4

Dodgers hit with alarming Shohei Ohtani prediction

The most electrifying player in baseball might have to make a decision soon.

Shohei Ohtani leaves game with concerning injury

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Dodgers Players Highlight Keys Behind Dave Roberts Reaching 1,000 Wins

If three World Series championships and one of the best winning percentages of all-time weren’t enough to convince the general public of the greatness of Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, then perhaps his most recent achievement will seal the deal.

Shohei Ohtani News / Larry Brown Sports / July 4