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Dodgers Notes: Shohei Ohtani Warning, Hyeseong Kim Prediction, Pitcher's Velocity Drop

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals, 13-6, on Friday in a dominant offensive display. Five Dodgers hit home runs, while the team finally broke through after a slow offensive start to the season.

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Dodgers notes: Prospect placements, Shohei Ohtani, Emmet Sheehan

The minor league season is now underway in full, with all four Dodgers affiliates playing games on Friday night for the first time this year. Most of the big prospect names are accounted for on the various rosters.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Why Kyle Tucker is a fan of Dodgers new jerseys

On Thursday, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced they will be wearing new road jerseys. They will be decked out in literal Dodger blue for the first time in franchise history.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 3

Most Likely Dodgers Prospects to Be Called Up This Year Ranked

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a plethora of talent waiting for their turn to be called up to the big leagues this season. The organization's farm system is top tier and there are four prospects in particular that will likely get some big league action in 2026.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 3

Dodgers Don't Have Answer for Key Pitcher's Sudden Velocity Drop

The Los Angeles Dodgers don't currently know why Emmet Sheehan's velocity dropped during his first two starts of 2026. The right-hander made his season debut against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Opening Weekend.

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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.

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Mookie Betts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Mookie Betts drops truth bomb on Dodgers’ 13-run outburst vs. Nationals

The Los Angeles Dodgers are back on track after a losing series at home against the Cleveland Guardians. The two-time defending World Series champions suffered a rare series loss to the Guardians at Dodger Stadium, dropping two of three games to the American League team.

Hyeseong Kim News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 3

Hyeseong Kim Predicted to Earn Early-Season Call-Up by Dodgers Analyst

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Hyeseong Kim has been predicted to earn an early-season call-up by team analyst Nomar Garciaparra. Kim didn't make the Opening Day roster and was optioned to the minors to begin the season.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Watch Kyle Tucker smash his first home run with Dodgers vs. Nationals

After winning back-to-back World Series titles, the Los Angeles Dodgers bolstered their roster even further by signing outfielder Kyle Tucker to a $240 million contract.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 3

Dodgers hit five HRs, cruise to win in Nationals' home opener

Shohei Ohtani hit his first home run after a slow start and added four RBIs as the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers unleashed a stagnant offense for a 13-6 victory in the Washington Nationals' home opener.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / April 3

Los Angeles Dodgers Powered By Offense In 13-6 Win Over Washington Nationals

The bats in Los Angeles were sleeping. We all saw it. The top of the lineup was hitting a collective .161, and folks were starting to sweat a little bit in the opening week.

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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.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 3

Recap: Dodgers Hit 5 Home Runs In Rout Of Nationals

The Los Angeles Dodgers began their first road trip of the season by traveling to the nation’s capital as they faced off against the Washington Nationals.

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Miles Mikolas News / True Blue LA / April 3

Dodgers find their offense against Miles Mikolas

After struggling mightily on offense in their last series and really in the last four-plus games of the homestand, the Dodgers were understandably confident that their star-studded lineup would get things going.

Will Smith News / Dodger Blue / April 3

Will Smith’s Heartbeat Leads To Success In Clutch Moments

Will Smith has had plenty of big moments during his eight-year career with the Los Angeles Dodgers across both the regular season and playoffs. Smith’s biggest advantage in these moments is the ability to keep a cool head at the plate.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 3

Justin Turner Celebrates New Blue Dodgers Jersey

The Los Angeles Dodgers unveiled a new alternate road jersey on Thursday and wore the blue top for the first time in the series opener against the Washington Nationals.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 3

Edwin Díaz Enjoyed Live Trumpet For Dodgers Debut

Edwin Díaz made his official Los Angeles Dodgers debut in their 5-4 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks last week, which included his familiar entrance to the song “Narco” by Blasterjaxx and Timmy Trumpet.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Why Are the Dodgers Wearing Blue Jerseys Against the Nationals?

The Los Angeles Dodgers took the field with a different look on Friday as they began their first road trip of the 2026 MLB season. As the reigning back-to-back World Series champions head into a new series against the Washington Nationals, the organization has decided to make a change to its longstanding identity.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / April 3

Dodgers blue takes on a new meaning with jerseys added to road wardrobe

Beyond the blue horizon of Southern California, the Dodgers will sport a new look on the road in 2026 during their quest for a third consecutive World Series title.

James Tibbs News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 3

Dodgers Prospect James Tibbs III Continues Scorching-Hot Start in Triple-A

It'd probably be pretty difficult for baseball fans to find a hitter at any level who's as hot at the plate as Los Angeles Dodgers prospect James Tibbs III.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Dave Roberts Facing Teoscar Hernandez Decision After Dodgers Move on Friday

The Los Angeles Dodgers high-powered offense has gotten off to a slower start than many anticipated. Los Angeles dropped its last series against the Cleveland Guardians at home, scoring just seven total runs across the three games. While several Dodgers All-Stars are off to slow starts, one player who stands out is Teoscar Hernandez.

Mookie Betts News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Dodgers’ Mookie Betts Responds to ‘Villains’ Label Amid Three-Peat Chase

The Los Angeles Dodgers are playing for history during the 2026 MLB season. After winning back-to-back World Series titles in 2024 and 2025, the Dodgers have become a logical focal point across the league, drawing attention from opponents and fans alike as they get their potential three-peat campaign going.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / April 3