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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 9

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Makes Opening Day Start; Leo Durocher Suspended

On April 9, 1981, the Los Angeles Dodgers, led by manager Tommy Lasorda, began their season with high expectations. The Dodgers wound up meeting those, going on to defeat the New York Yankees in six games to win the 1981 World Series.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Paid Hyeseong Kim $100 After Losing Bet

The Los Angeles Dodgers were on the brink of losing the 2025 World Series following their crushing back-to-back losses to the Toronto Blue Jays in Games 4 and 5 at Dodger Stadium.

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MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 9

Kyle Tucker Praises Blue Jays Organization Despite Free Agency Decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays were considered to be the three finalists in the Kyle Tucker free agency sweepstakes this past offseason.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

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Roki Sasaki News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers Catcher Calls Out Roki Sasaki's Signature Pitch for Being 'Inconsistent'

Los Angeles Dodgers backup catcher Dalton Rushing was honest about Roki Sasaki's signature pitch, his forkball, during his most recent outing. “It’s just inconsistent,” Rushing said to Dylan Hernandez of the California Post.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / NBC Sports / April 9

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Dodgers’ 2 biggest flops to begin 2026 MLB season

The Los Angeles Dodgers are playing a quality brand of baseball as expected. LA is currently 9-3 and they lead the National League West. It is safe to say that the Dodgers have started the season like many people around the MLB world expected them to.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers Predicted to Land Star Japanese Slugger in Future Free Agent Move

Over the last few years, the Los Angeles Dodgers have fully transitioned into the villains of baseball. With the deep pockets that the Dodgers' front office has, Los Angeles has been able to put together a team full of superstar talent, and it should only keep growing from here.

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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.

Alex Vesia News / Dodger Blue / April 9

Alex Vesia Appreciated Support During ‘Hard’ Series In Toronto

While much of the focus with the Los Angeles Dodgers facing the Toronto Blue Jays this week centered around it being a World Series rematch, the three games also were an emotional reminder for Alex Vesia.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers vs Rangers: Series Preview, Key Injuries, Bold Predictions for Games April 10-12

After a six-game road trip, the Los Angeles Dodgers are returning home to take on the Texas Rangers. Los Angeles seemed to find its offensive rhythm on the road, with the bats fully waking up over the stretch against the Washington Nationals and Toronto Blue Jays.

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Kyle Tucker News / Fastball on SI / April 9

Kyle Tucker Explains Dodgers Move That Reshaped MLB Free Agency

When the 2025 World Series ended with the Los Angeles Dodgers coming out on top over the Toronto Blue Jays, the conversation around the league quickly turned to free agency and the biggest superstar heading to the market at that time was four-time All-Star Kyle Tucker.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Dodgers release pitcher early in 2026 season

Undoubtedly, the Los Angeles Dodgers have a loaded pitching staff. Shohei Ohtani, Tyler Glasnow, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Blake Snell, to name a few. Unfortunately, right-hander Nick Nastrini isn’t going to be a part of it.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Reveals How He'll Navigate Dalton Rushing, Will Smith Dilemma

It seems like almost every season, the Los Angeles Dodgers have some prospect come onto the big league roster and make a major impact. It's a testament to the overall quality of the Dodgers' farm system and how this organization has built itself up for long-term success.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 9

What Really Happened With George Springer Asking About Shohei Ohtani’s Warmup Time

The Los Angeles Dodgers were unable to complete a sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday despite Shohei Ohtani turning in a second consecutive quality start.

Nick Nastrini News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9

Dodgers Release Nick Nastrini

The Dodgers have released Nick Nastrini, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. The right-hander made one appearance for the Tulsa Drillers, L.A.’s Double-A affiliate, earlier this season.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / April 9

Mookie Betts’ Early Career Memories At Rogers Centre ‘Come Back The Most’

The Los Angeles Dodgers returned to the Rogers Centre this week for the first time since Game 7 of the 2025 World Series, but Mookie Betts’ nostalgia goes further back than the previous meeting against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani ties Ichiro Suzuki in MLB history with mind-blowing streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers are off to a great start, and Shohei Ohtani has been heating up as April continues. With his most recent achievement, he just tied