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Dodgers Announce Injury Blow Immediately After Blake Snell News

The defending-champion Los Angeles Dodgers are once again one of the best teams in baseball, but their archnemesis is right on their tail. The San Diego Padres, who almost eliminated them in the NLDS last year, are just one game behind them atop the NL West entering Tuesday night.

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Dodgers place Vesia on IL; Snell to start Friday

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Alex Vesia News / Field Level Media / August 26

Dodgers place LHP Alex Vesia (oblique) on injured list

Left-hander Alex Vesia, a key cog in the Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen, went on the injured list on Tuesday because of a strained right oblique. The move is retroactive to Saturday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26

Dodgers lose World Series-winning pitcher to IL, but get back two-time Cy Young winner

It’s suboptimal to lose one of their best relievers for at least two weeks as they cling to a one-game lead on San Diego in the NL West.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 26

Alex Vesia Placed On Injured List, Blake Snell Returns From Paternity Leave

The Los Angeles Dodgers reinstated Blake Snell from the paternity list and placed Alex Vesia on the 15-day injured list with a right oblique strain prior to Tuesday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26

Dodgers Fan Favorite Reveals How Close He Was to Missing Rest of Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been hampered by injuries this season, but players like utility man Kiké Hernández have played a large part in why they have stayed afloat.

Anthony Banda News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26

Dodgers Pitcher Considered Retirement in Offseason Before Coming to LA

Dodgers pitcher Anthony Banda pitched for seven teams over parts of seven major league seasons before he joined the Dodgers in May 2024. On the surface, it would seem that finding employment has never been an issue for the 32-year-old left-hander.

Dave Roberts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Admits He'll Be Watching Padres Closely

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed he will keep a close eye on the San Diego Padres for the remainder of the season. “I think that’s part of it.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts gets major endorsement from Ken Rosenthal

With Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts succeeding at playing shortstop, there has been some discussion about putting him back in the outfield. After Betts led the Dodgers to a win over the Cincinnati Reds, MLB insider and analyst Ken Rosenthal had his own opinion on the potential move for the star.

Hyeseong Kim News / Dodger Blue / August 26

BTS Star V Visits Dodger Stadium For Ceremonial 1st Pitch

Taehyung Kim, more popularly known as V from the South Korean boy band BTS, visited Dodger Stadium on Monday to the joy of many fans. V was honored by throwing out the ceremonial first pitch and saying “It’s time for Dodger baseball” before the game began.

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Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 26

Why the Dodgers vs. Reds finale starts at 5:40 p.m.

The series finale between the Dodgers and Reds has an odd start time, beginning at 5:40 p.m., an hour and a half before the standard night-game time at Dodger Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Talks Shohei Ohtani Trolling Padres Fan

Shohei Ohtani was 0-for-10 ahead of his final at-bat in the last regular season series against the San Diego Padres this weekend. The Padres had won back-to-back games to open their home series.

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The Dodgers finish off their series against the Reds on Wednesday evening at Dodger Stadium, with a slightly earlier start time as mandated by the collective bargaining agreement.

Ketel Marte News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26

Dodgers Linked to $116.5 Million All-Star Infielder From NL West Rival

The Los Angeles Dodgers were linked to second baseman Ketel Marte, who could end up getting dealt during the MLB offseason. Marte still has another four seasons left on his contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Andy Pages News / Dodger Blue / August 26

Andy Pages ‘Very Comfortable’ Playing At Dodger Stadium

The Los Angeles Dodgers began their homestand with a 7-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds, led in part by Andy Pages hitting two home runs off Hunter Greene.

Roki Sasaki News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26

Dodgers Can't Count on Roki Sasaki Helping Them This Season, Says Insider

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Roki Sasaki has been out for a while with a right shoulder injury, and doubts are rising about his reliability for the team in October.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 26

Dodgers Updates: Blake Snell, Max Muncy & Tommy Edman

As the Los Angeles Dodgers near the final month of the regular season, their overall team health continues to trend upward. That’s certainly needed given they are firmly locked into a battle with the San Diego Padres for the National League West title.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 26