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Shohei Ohtani Missing At Least One Game Due To Paternity Leave

The Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for Friday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles was released more than two hours later than normal, and once it was unveiled, it did not include Shohei Ohtani as the designated hitter.

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Dodgers' Edwin Díaz Takes Big Step in Rehab

Edwin Díaz took an important first step in his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic first reported that Díaz threw a bullpen session on Friday at Dodger Stadium as the hard-throwing righty looks to make his way back to the Dodgers' bullpen.

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The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The College Baseball World Series dates back to 1947. How many of the champions can you name?

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

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The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 19

This Day In Dodgers History: Chris Taylor Acquired In Trade For Zach Lee

June 19 marks the anniversary of the Los Angeles Dodgers acquiring utility man Chris Taylor from the Seattle Mariners. In exchange for the versatile Taylor, the Dodgers traded once highly-regarded pitching prospect Zach Lee.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Kyle Tucker News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 19

Dodgers' Kyle Tucker Addresses Pressure of Playing for $240 Million Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to complete the rare three-peat this season, but with these plans comes a lot of pressure on the players. Over the last decade-plus, the Dodgers have played with all sorts of sky-high expectations on the team, and sometimes it can take its toll.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / June 19

Mookie Betts Hosts 2nd Annual ‘Smash For Good’ Pickleball Charity Tournament

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star shortstop Mookie Betts and his wife, Brianna, hosted his second annual “Smash for Good” pickleball tournament on Thursday, June 18 at the Griffin Club in L.A.

MLB News / True Blue LA / June 19

Dodgers welcome Orioles for weekend series

After a rare day and a half off at home, the Dodgers will begin a series with the Baltimore Orioles Friday night. The Dodgers now have the best record in all of MLB and have a chance to be the first team to 50 wins this weekend.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 19

Dodgers Predicted to Land All-Star Reliever in Blockbuster Trade Deadline Move

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up for an interesting next couple of months with MLB's Aug. 3 trade deadline quickly approaching. Unlike most teams, the Dodgers don't have many pressing needs across the roster — but that may not stop the front office from looking to add.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 19

This Day In Dodgers History: Carl Erskine Throws No-Hitter; Willie Davis Reaches 2,000 Hits

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw Willie Davis reach 2,000 career hits on June 19, 1973. He accomplished the feat at Dodger Stadium with a two-run home run off Hall of Famer Phil Niekro in the Dodgers’ 3-0 victory over the Atlanta Braves.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / June 19

Shohei Ohtani Still ‘Managing’ Left Knee Inflammation

Shohei Ohtani has missed only one game since being removed early last week because of left knee inflammation, though the Los Angeles Dodgers did manage his workload in the series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays by only having him pitch.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Mookie Betts News / Just Baseball / June 19

What’s Behind Mookie Betts’ 2026 Struggles?

Mookie Betts landed with the Los Angeles Dodgers ahead of the 2020 season and signed a 12-year, $365 million extension prior to the resumption of play in the COVID-19-shortened season.

Dalton Rushing News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 19

Dodgers Pitcher Credits Dalton Rushing for Getting Him Out of 'Mess'

The Los Angeles Dodgers survived Shohei Ohtani's worst statistical start of the 2026 season on Wednesday, eking out a 5-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. Dodgers star first baseman Freddie Freeman displayed his knack for clutch at-bats, launching a 407-foot home run that just barely escaped the reach of Rays center fielder Cedric Mullins.

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Santiago Espinal News / Dodger Blue / June 19

Santiago Espinal Elects Free Agency After Clearing Waivers

Santiago Espinal cleared waivers and elected to become a free agent after a second time of being designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Dodgers this season.

Babe Ruth News / Dodger Blue / June 19

This Day In Dodgers History: Babe Ruth Coaches First Game

After a storied career spent primarily with the New York Yankees, Babe Ruth made his coaching debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers on June 19, 1938. He was hired by Dodgers executive vice president Larry MacPhail to coach first base and hopefully light a spark for the team.

Aroldis Chapman News / Yardbarker / June 19

Three potential landing spots for Red Sox's Aroldis Chapman

Three potential landing spots for Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman

Closer Aroldis Chapman will be one of the most sought-after players when the Boston Red Sox officially put him on the trade block.

Sonny Gray may want out of Boston as the Red Sox continue to slide

Three potential landing spots for Twins' Joe Ryan

Three potential landing spots for Giants' Luis Arraez

The '2004 Boston Red Sox (aka The Idiots)' quiz

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 19

Dodgers Announce Starting Pitchers for Series vs Stumbling Orioles

The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off a sweep of the American League East's Tampa Bay Rays, are welcoming another AL East squad into UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium this weekend.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / June 19

Dave Roberts Cites ‘Counseling’ And ‘Mentoring’ As Biggest Parts Of Being Dodgers Manager

Dave Roberts has established himself as one of the most successful managers in MLB and Los Angeles Dodgers history since taking the position a decade ago.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Stadium Rant / June 19

Shohei Ohtani Might Be The Greatest Player In MLB History

For decades, baseball fans have debated who deserves the title of the greatest player of all time. The conversation has included legends such as Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Barry Bonds, and Ken Griffey Jr., which have every right to be included.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 19

How Dodgers Fans Can Win Exclusive Shaq Bobblehead

The 2026 Los Angeles Dodgers promotional schedule continues this weekend with several bobblehead nights, including one for Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 19

Dodgers strive for something special to happen again vs. Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles did not reach the postseason a year ago, yet their visit to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-game series that starts Friday night manages to bring the Dodgers' most recent run to the World Series to mind.

Santiago Espinal News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18

Santiago Espinal Elects Free Agency

Santiago Espinal has cleared waivers and elected free agency, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The Dodgers designated the veteran infielder for assignment on Tuesday when Tommy Edman returned from injury.

Shohei Ohtani News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17

Shohei Ohtani's blistered hand looked nasty during his season-worst start

Shohei Ohtani was seeing red during Wednesday’s start … literally. The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Ohtani took the mound on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / June 17