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Former Dodgers Cy Young Award Finalist Playing With Hyeseong Kim in WBC

Team rosters for the 2026 World Baseball Classic were officially unveiled last week, which confirmed the Los Angeles Dodgers as having five participants.

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Shohei Ohtani Reveals Motivation to Write Children's Book

Shohei Ohtani officially is an author with his children's book, "Decoy Saves Opening Day," having released this past Tuesday. Michael Blank is co-author of the book along with Ohtani, and illustrations were done by famed artist Fanny Liem.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / February 8

Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts’ Son, Cole Roberts, Begins Coaching In Tigers Organization

As Dave Roberts enters his 11th season as Los Angeles Dodgers manager, his son, Cole Roberts, is getting ready to start his own coaching career. After a three-year playing career, Cole was named the bench coach of the West Michigan Whitecaps (Detroit Tigers’ High-A affiliate) for the 2026 season.

Yasiel Puig News / Dodger Blue / February 8

Former Dodgers All-Star Yasiel Puig Found Guilty On Two Federal Charges

Former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig has been in the middle of a legal battle related to bets he placed on sporting events with an illegal gambling operation.

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Freddie Freeman News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 8

Freddie Freeman Celebrated While Introducing Country Music Artist at House of Blues

As the offseason winds to a close and Los Angeles Dodgers inch closer to the start of Spring Training, Freddie Freeman recently was on hand at the House of Blues in Anaheim for the "ERNEST: LIVE FROM THE SOUTH TOUR." Freeman had the honor of taking the stage at House of Blues to welcome ERNEST out for the start of his concert.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Stan Kasten News / Dodger Blue / February 8

Stan Kasten: Dodgers ‘Expect To Contend Every Year’

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the middle of a historic stretch that includes 13 consecutive playoff appearances, five National League pennants and three World Series championships.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 8

Blake Snell, Mookie Betts, Max Muncy & More Dodgers Make 2026 Super Bowl Picks

The NFL season is coming to a close on Sunday with the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots squaring off in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 8

Dodgers notes: Roki Sasaki, Steve Sax, Terrance Gore

It’s Super Bowl Sunday, bringing an end to another exciting football season and leaving a small gap between the end of the NFL season and the beginning of spring training.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 7

Giants President Larry Baer Has Respectful View of Dodgers Rivalry

The San Diego Padres have made some progress on becoming a prominent rival to the Los Angeles Dodgers, but that designation still belongs to the San Francisco Giants.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / February 7

Former Dodgers Outfielder Terrance Gore Dies At Age 34

Former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Terrance Gore has died suddenly at the age of 34, it was announced by the Kansas City Royals and Major League Baseball on Saturday morning.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / February 7

Dodgers Reunite With Former Catcher; Here Are Remaining Backstop Options

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made an interesting roster move ahead of their quest to win a third-straight World Series. The Dodgers have claimed catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers, the team announced on Friday.

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Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / February 7

Mookie Betts Plans On Finishing Career At Shortstop

The Los Angeles Dodgers assembled a juggernaut roster with no discernible weaknesses on paper entering the 2026 season. Still, one thing they shouldn’t get credit for is stumbling backwards into an elite-level shortstop.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 7

Why did Dodgers Decide to DFA Fan-Favorite Pitcher?

The Los Angeles Dodgers have navigated much of the offseason with a full 40-man roster that has resulted in plenty of churning on the fringes. A majority of the movement has involved Ben Rortvedt, Ryan Fitzgerald, Michael Siani and Andy Ibáñez.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 7

Reggie Smith Being Inducted Into Legends Of Dodger Baseball

Reggie Smith, the switch-hitting outfielder whose powerful bat and clubhouse leadership helped fuel three pennant-winning teams and a World Series championship for the Los Angeles Dodgers, will be inducted into the Legends of Dodger Baseball on Saturday, August 15, at Dodger Stadium before the team’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 7

More Dodgers prospect rankings galore

Baseball America rated the Dodgers to have the 13th-best farm system in baseball. Not only is that lower than some other publications ranked Los Angeles this year — second at The Athletic, fourth at ESPN — that’s also rare in recent BA history.

Ben Rortvedt News / True Blue LA / February 7

Dodgers notes: Ben Rortvedt, Andy Ibánez, NLDS rewind, Silvio Garcia

On a busy transactional Friday, the Dodgers re-claimed catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Reds, designated pitcher Anthony Banda for assignment, and lost newly-signed infielder Andy Ibáñez off waivers to the A’s.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Dodgers Add World Series Champion on Friday

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to win a third straight World Series title in 2026 and cement their place in league history. With Spring Training approaching, Los Angeles appears to be finished making major splashes in free agency.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 6

Mark Prior’s ‘full version’ Shohei Ohtani 2026 prediction will excite Dodgers fans

Shohei Ohtani returned to the mound in 2025 after not pitching in 2024 after undergoing Tommy John surgery and suffering a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

Yasiel Puig News / Field Level Media / February 6

Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice, lying in gambling case

Former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig was found guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal investigators looking into an illegal bookmaking operation on Friday in a verdict delivered in Los Angeles.

Clayton Kershaw News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 6

Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior says the quiet part out loud about Clayton Kershaw’s retirement

Clayton Kershaw announced his retirement in September 2025, right before the Los Angeles Dodgers went on a run to win the World Series. With the 2026 season right around the corner, pitching coach Mark Prior opens up about what the club will miss with Kershaw no longer in the building.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 6