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Shohei Ohtani delivers on mound, at plate as Dodgers sweep Twins

Shohei Ohtani struck out eight batters on the mound and tallied two hits and an RBI at the plate to lift the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night in Minneapolis.

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Recap: Mookie Betts Nearly Hits For Cycle In Dodgers’ Sweep Of Twins

Mookie Betts carried the Los Angeles Dodgers to a sweep of the Minnesota Twins and yet another one-run win. The Dodgers now are 14-11 in such games this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Announces Concerning Will Smith Update

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith has not played since June 5 against the crosstown Los Angeles Angels due to neck inflammation. He has now missed 17 games in a row.

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

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Will Smith News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24

Latest Will Smith injury update will concern Dodgers fans

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is currently on the injured list due to neck inflammation. It was initially uncertain how much time he would miss due to the injury, but it seems as if Smith’s recovery may be taking longer than some expected.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

MLB News / True Blue LA / June 24

Dodgers on Deck: Friday, June 26 at Padres

The Dodgers open a weekend series against the San Diego Padres on Friday at Petco Park. Roki Sasaki starts for the Dodgers, with right-hander Randy Vásquez on the mound for the Padres.

Kenley Jansen News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 24

Dodgers Predicted to Bring Back Kenley Jansen Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers don't have any clear holes on the roster ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline, but the front office could look to make some additions, bringing in more depth ahead of another postseason run.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 24

Dodgers Lineup vs Twins: Kyle Tucker and Tommy Edman Out

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to sweep the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday and start their nine-game road trip with three straight wins. The Dodgers took Monday's series opener, 2-1, and then dominated on Tuesday night in a 12-3 victory.

Walker Buehler News / Dodger Blue / June 24

Walker Buehler Recalls Rookie Year With Dodgers Giving Him Confidence

Walker Buehler’s career with the Los Angeles Dodgers was certainly filled with many ups and downs, but he did manage to start off on a high note during his rookie season in 2018.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 24

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Honored That MLB Changed Rules for Him

Shohei Ohtani is not explicitly mentioned in the Major League Baseball rulebook. Colloquially, ask a baseball industry person about the "Shohei Ohtani rules" and they will readily tell you about the exceptions the league has made for him in recent years.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 24

MLB Clears Dodgers Dr. Neal ElAttrache After Conor McGregor Controversy

Famed surgeon and Los Angeles Dodgers team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache recently was at the center of some controversy over his involvement with UFC star Conor McGregor during his recovery from multiple leg fractures.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Jackie Robinson News / Dodger Blue / June 24

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Steals Home Plate; MLB Home Run Record Tied

On June 24, 1947, Jackie Robinson broke from third base and stole home plate for the first time in his Major League career. The exhilarating play additionally was the first stolen base of Robinson’s 10-year career with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

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Alex Call News / Dodger Blue / June 24

Alex Call: ‘Pretty Special’ To Hit Home Run At Target Field

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ three-game series with the Minnesota Twins this week represents a homecoming for Alex Call, who grew up less than an hour away from Target Field.

Kendall George News / Dodger Blue / June 24

Kendall George Avoided Knee Surgery After Bat Dog Incident

Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Kendall George has not appeared in a game for Double-A Tulsa since May 25 after he exited early due to an injury suffered while attempting to avoid a bat dog.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 24

Dave Roberts Wants Dalton Rushing To Make Quicker Adjustments

The camera has made a habit of following Dalton Rushing during his time on and off the field, at least in part because of his controversies this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 24

Dodgers minors: Jaron Elkins’ speed not enough for Tower Buzzers

The Loons were the only team to secure a win in a day of limited action in the Dodgers’ minor league system. The lack of support around Jaron Elkins shouldn’t devalue what was, by all accounts, an impressive performance, particularly on the basepaths.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 24

Potential pitchers' duel awaits as Twins' Joe Ryan, Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani take mound

The Minnesota Twins should have no trouble selling tickets for Wednesday night's game. In one of the best -- if not the best -- pitching matchups of the season at Target Field, Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers will oppose Joe Ryan of the Twins in the series finale in Minneapolis.

Kyle Tucker News / Dodger Blue / June 24

Kyle Tucker Out Of Lineup Until At Least Start Of Padres Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers played Tuesday’s game without Kyle Tucker and he’s also not expected to be in the lineup for the series finale against the Minnesota Twins due to lower back spasms.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 24

Dodgers notes: Kyle Tucker, Dalton Rushing, Freddie Freeman

The Dodgers snapped their two-game losing streak on Monday against the Minnesota Twins, but both Kyle Tucker and Dalton Rushing exited early and were out of the lineup on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / June 23

Freddie Freeman, Andy Pages help Dodgers pile up 17 hits, rout Twins

Freddie Freeman went 3-for-5 with two doubles and two RBIs as the Los Angeles Dodgers cruised to a 12-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Dodgers Receive Positive Teoscar Hernandez Injury Update Before Twins Game

Teoscar Hernandez has begun his road back to the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup. The outfielder started a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday night, batting third and playing left field against Reno, according to Oklahoma City broadcaster Alex Freeman.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23

Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker shuts down IL concern after suffering back injury

Los Angeles Dodgers star Kyle Tucker recently suffered a back injury concern, as he is dealing with back spasms. The Dodgers are hopeful the injury is not serious, but it remains to be seen whether or not Tucker will end up landing on the injured list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 22

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts’ delivers immediate Kyle Tucker, Dalton Rushing injury updates

After getting some good news with the return of Brock Stewart from IL, the injury bug struck the Los Angeles Dodgers in a major way on Monday in Minnesota, with Kyle Tucker and Dalton Rushing exiting the Twins showdown.

Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / June 22

Did the Los Angeles Dodgers overpay for Kyle Tucker?

While he is playing in a new environment and is in his first season with the Dodgers, he is performing well below his usual offensive standards.

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Dodgers suffer rare 2-game skid as Orioles roll

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Teoscar Hernandez News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 21

Teoscar Hernandez On Track For June Return

Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez is starting a rehab assignment on Tuesday at Triple-A. Manager Dave Roberts told reporters, including Katie Woo of The Athletic, that Hernandez could be activated for a series against the A’s beginning on June 29.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22

Dodger Stadium faced a major problem before Sunday’s game

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a bit of a problem a few hours before the scheduled start of their game at Dodger Stadium on Sunday. Dodger Stadium was shrouded in smoke Sunday morning due to a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights.