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Dodgers Opening Day Roster Projection 2.0: Bullpen and Bench Spots Become More Clear

The Los Angeles Dodgers have just two more Cactus League games remaining on their Spring Training schedule and are exactly one week away from Opening Day.

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Dodgers notes: Shohei Ohtani shines, Miguel Rojas gets apology

Wednesday saw the return of Shohei Ohtani to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and in typical Shohei style, he picked up where he left off last season (aside from that Game 7 clunker).

Roki Sasaki News / Total Pro Sports / March 19

Los Angeles Dodgers Share Important Roki Sasaki Update Ahead Of Opening Day

After generating massive hype, Roki Sasaki opted to join the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming the top prospect in the MLB last year. However, the 24-year-old right-hander struggled in his rookie campaign as a starting pitcher before spending the majority of the season on the IL.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Pro Sports / March 19

Mookie Betts Adapts Unique Workout Strategy With Yoshinnobu Yamamoto’s Trainer

Since joining the Los Angeles Dodgers ahead of the 2024 season, Yoshinobu Yamamoto has become one of the top starting pitchers in the MLB. The Japanese right-hander was a sensation at his first spring training camp for his peculiar preparation regimen.

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The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 19

Miguel Rojas Slams Evan Drellich Over Wrong Accusation of PED Use

Los Angeles Dodgers star Miguel Rojas has been in the headlines for the last couple of days for all the wrong reasons. Rojas is a veteran slugger with a reputed name and a decent career.

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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

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

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.

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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 / 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.

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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.

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.

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.

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

Pitching Plans for Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto to Finish Spring Training

Team Japan getting eliminated in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic meant Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto returned to Camelback Ranch at the start of the week to begin their final preparations for the regular season.

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

Orioles' Pete Alonso reflects on what went wrong for 2025 Mets

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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 / Yardbarker / March 15