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Dodgers make Santiago Espinal Opening Day roster decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized a key roster decision as Santiago Espinal earned a spot on the Opening Day roster. The move clarifies his role as the team prepares for MLB Opening Day 2026.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 18

River Ryan Optioned & Ryan Fitzgerald Reassigned

The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned River Ryan and reassigned Ryan Fitzgerald to Minor League camp as they continue to trim their roster to 26 players for Opening Day.

Santiago Espinal News / Dodger Blue / March 18

Santiago Espinal’s Contract Selected

The Los Angeles Dodgers selected the contract of Santiago Espinal, which adds him to their 40-man roster and sets him up to make their Opening Day roster.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 18

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani immediately answers pressing question after WBC return

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was limited to designated hitter duties in the World Baseball Classic with Team Japan. Some wondered if not pitching in games for a couple of weeks would negatively impact his performance on the mound.

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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.

Santiago Espinal News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 18

Dodgers Select Santiago Espinal

The Dodgers announced that they have selected the contract of infielder/outfielder Santiago Espinal. They opened a 40-man roster spot earlier this month when outfielder Jack Suwinski was outrighted, so no corresponding move is necessary today.

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Roki Sasaki News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 18

What Roki Sasaki Actually Said About Spring Training. Not the Quote Going Viral

Roki Sasaki endured another uneven performance on Tuesday night but the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to support the right-hander and his expected place in their Opening Day rotation.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 18

Dodgers’ Massive Value Surge Puts Yankees on Notice

The Los Angeles Dodgers are closing the gap on one of baseball’s most iconic franchises and it might finally have the New York Yankees paying attention.

Kyle Hurt News / Dodger Blue / March 18

Kyle Hurt Optioned To Minor Leagues

The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned Kyle Hurt to Triple-A Oklahoma City as they continue to set their roster for the start of the 2026 regular season. Hurt has had a solid spring as he converts to a full-time reliever.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 18

Writer apologizes after Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas breaks silence on incorrect PED accusation

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas was thrown into controversy when it was incorrectly reported that he had been suspended for performance-enhancing drugs.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 18

Dodgers make ‘somewhat surprising’ roster move ahead of Opening Day

The Los Angeles Dodgers are less than two weeks away from kicking off their title defense when the 2026 MLB regular season gets underway. The Dodgers are looking to add a third straight championship to their trophy case, and are currently wrapping up their Spring Training slate as the season approaches.

MLB News / True Blue LA / March 18

Dodgers on Deck: Friday, March 20 vs. Padres

The Dodgers’ penultimate spring game in Arizona is their final night game of this portion of their exhibition schedule, hosting the San Diego Padres Friday night at Camelback Ranch.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 18

Miguel Rojas & Brusdar Graterol Celebrate Venezuela Winning 2026 World Baseball Classic

Team Venezuela captured its first-ever World Baseball Classic title after defeating Team USA, 3-2, in the championship game on Tuesday night. Venezuela took a 2-0 lead into the bottom of the eighth, only for Bryce Harper to even the score with a two-run homer.

Miguel Rojas News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 18

Miguel Rojas Emotional Over Venezuela Winning World Baseball Classic

Team Venezuela capped off an impressive run in the World Baseball Classic with a 3-2 win over Team USA in the final game. In doing so Venezuela captured the first WBC championship in the country's history.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Dodgers Facing Tyler Glasnow Decision After Shohei Ohtani News

The Los Angeles Dodgers feature one of MLB’s most talented rotations as the 2026 season approaches. While the team did not add any arms to the staff this past offseason, they did not need to.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 17

Dodgers playoff hero Miguel Rojas falls victim to crazy mistake by reporter

Miguel Rojas must have gotten quite the scare when he woke up this morning. On Monday, the news broke that Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas had been suspended for 80 games by Major League Baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / March 16

Trio of Dodgers pitchers shelled in spring training outing vs. Brewers

Spring training games do not count in the standings or on the back of the baseball card. For a trio of Los Angeles Dodgers relievers, that is a good thing.

Mets' Francisco Lindor reflects on spring training debut coming off injury

Mets' Brett Baty getting help from former teammate after alleged clubhouse issues

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / March 16

World Series hero Yoshinobu Yamamoto to start Dodgers' opener

World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be the Opening Day starter when the Los Angeles Dodgers kick off the season against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on March 26.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / March 16

Report: Uniqlo buys naming rights at Dodger Stadium

For the first time since the ballpark opened in 1962, the Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly have sold the naming rights to their field at Dodger Stadium. The team has reached a deal with the Japanese fast-fashion retailer Uniqlo as the field's official presenting sponsor, The Athletic reported Sunday.