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Shohei Ohtani's 49th HR highlights Dodgers' hit parade in rout of Giants

Shohei Ohtani launched his 49th home run of the season, Teoscar Hernandez and Ben Rortvedt contributed two-RBI doubles in a six-run fifth inning and a classic pitching matchup of Clayton Kershaw against Logan Webb turned into a slugfest as the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers outlasted the San Francisco Giants 13-7 on Saturday night.

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Teoscar Hernández’s recent resurgence ignites Dodger offense

The Dodger offense came to life on Saturday. One of the at-bats responsible for the 13–7 win belonged to a resurging Teoscar Hernández. Hernández’s RBI double put the Dodgers ahead in the fifth.

MLB News / True Blue LA / September 14

Six-run fifth inning helps Dodgers defeat Giants in a 13-7 slugfest

After scoring just one run on Friday, the Dodgers bats erupted in a Saturday night slugfest that resulted in a 13-7 victory. The Dodgers got to right-hander Logan Webb quickly, as Shohei Ohtani led off the game with an infield single against the shift.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 14

Recap: Dodgers Receive Balanced Contributions In Bounce-Back Win Against Giants

The Los Angeles Dodgers received contributions throughout their lineup to help offset a short start from Clayton Kershaw in a 13-7 win over the San Francisco Giants.

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Max Muncy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14

Dodgers’ Max Muncy leaves game after being hit in the head

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy is having a brutally unlucky year when it comes to injuries. He endured a particularly scary moment in Saturday night’s game versus the San Francisco Giants.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / September 13

Dodgers All-Star Catcher Goes on IL

It’s one step forward and two steps back for the Dodgers. Max Muncy is back in the lineup tonight after getting hit in the hand. But, they are putting catcher Will Smith on the Injured List with a swollen hand, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 13

Dodgers place All-Star catcher Will Smith (hand) on 10-day injured list

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed All-Star catcher Will Smith on the injured list Saturday because of a right hand contusion. The move to the 10-day IL is retroactive to Sept.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 13

Dodgers’ Ben Rortvedt takes responsibility for Tanner Scott’s recent struggles

When it comes to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ struggles in 2025, no one is down worse than Tanner Scott. A well-traveled veteran closer with some pretty incredible

Will Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Dodgers place All-Star catcher on IL

The Dodgers announced this evening that they’ve placed catcher Will Smith on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to September 10, due to a right hand contusion.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 13

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Still Has Faith in Tanner Scott

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts still has faith in closer Tanner Scott despite the $72 million free agent signing struggling this season. The Dodgers got to feel how dominant Scott can be during the playoffs last season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 13

Dodgers place Will Smith on injured list after no improvement on right hand

The Dodgers are once again without the top two catchers on their depth chart, as starter Will Smith was placed on the injured list on Saturday with a right hand contusion, stemming from taking a foul ball off that hand on September 3 against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.

MLB News / Sport Relay / September 13

Giants Stun Dodgers in Extra-Innings Heartbreak

The Los Angeles Dodgers dropped the first game of the series against the San Francisco Giants heartbreakingly, thanks to late-inning heroics from Giants’ catcher Patrick Bailey.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 13

Dodgers makes final decision on Max Muncy, Will Smith before Giants showdown

After Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy exited the game with a wrist injury against the San Francisco Giants, the Dodgers made their final injury report, including All-Star catcher Will Smith, ahead of the second game of their three-game series.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 13

Dodgers Losing Another All-Star to Injured List as Brutal Stretch Continues

The Los Angeles Dodgers are placing All-Star catcher Will Smith on the injured list ahead of their second game against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday, per manager Dave Roberts.

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Max Muncy News / Dodger Blue / September 13

Max Muncy In Dodgers Lineup After Hit By Pitch

Prior to the Los Angeles Dodgers suffering a fifth walk-off loss in their last 15 road games, there was some concern with Max Muncy getting hit by a pitch in the eighth inning.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Dodgers' Tanner Scott Decision Makes Absolutely No Sense

The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen carried them to a World Series title in 2024, but it has been one of the team’s weakest links this year. The front office made an unexpected splash by signing closer Tanner Scott to a four-year, $72 million deal.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / September 13

Top 3 Ways Dodgers Should Bolster Roster This Winter

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a chance at another deep run this season, but the season hasn't gone as smooth as you'd think. Los Angeles is the reigning World Series champion and followed up by adding guys like Blake Snell and Rōki Sasaki to add more firepower.

Tanner Scott News / Dodger Blue / September 13

Tanner Scott ‘Having The Worst Year Of My Life’

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a major signing during the offseason when they agreed to terms with Tanner Scott, who was considered not just one of the top relievers available, but one of the best in MLB.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Total Apex Sports / September 13

Los Angeles Dodgers Waste a Great Start From Yoshinobu Yamamoto

Let’s be honest, Yoshinobu Yamamoto is probably wondering what he has to do to get a win around here. The man is dealing absolute fire, putting up numbers that should have him cruising to victory, but the Dodgers’ bullpen seems determined to turn his masterpieces into tragic comedies.

Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / September 13

Roki Sasaki’s Rehab Assignment Extended Due To Calf Issue

With only 15 games remaining on their schedule, the Los Angeles Dodgers starting rotation has not only been healthy but thoroughly dominant of late, which has led to some uncertainty with Roki Sasaki’s outlook.

Max Muncy News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Dodgers Announce Max Muncy News After Leaving Giants Game

Third baseman Max Muncy has been a staple in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup since his arrival ahead of the 2018 season. The 34-year-old has since collected two World Series titles with Los Angeles (2020, 2024) along with two All-Star selections and even received NL MVP votes during his peak.

Matt Sauer News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11