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Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy & More Dodgers Send Special Messages To Clayton Kershaw

Clayton Kershaw capped off his illustrious career by winning a third World Series championship with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The left-hander is now officially retired after spending 18 seasons with the organization.

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Catching Up With Dodgers Great Steve Garvey

[Editor’s note: This article is from The Spun’s “Then and Now” magazine, featuring interviews with more than 50 sports stars of yesteryear. Order your copy online today, or pick one up at retail racks and newsstands nationwide.] Steve Garvey holds the National League record for consecutive games played at 1,207.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / January 1

2025 Year in Review: Dodgers Get Hollywood Ending

[Editor’s note: This article is from Athlon Sports’ 2025 “Year in Review” magazine, which celebrates the year’s champions and relives the biggest moments from across the world of sports.

MLB News / True Blue LA / December 31

Auld Lang Syne

Today, we say goodbye to 2025. For most people, they can hardly say good riddance to this year (or the past few years) quickly or loudly enough. Personally, I have had trouble letting go of this year, a problem I have not had since my inaugural season of travel as an amateur in 2021.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

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The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

Clayton Kershaw News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 31

Dodgers ends 2025 with perfect Clayton Kershaw tribute

When Clayton Kershaw announced that the 2025 MLB season would be his last just before the start of the playoffs, it gave the Los Angeles Dodgers extra motivation to go for the repeat.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 31

Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Dodgers send Clayton Kershaw heartwarming retirement messages

Clayton Kershaw is now retired following the Los Angeles Dodgers’ second consecutive World Series championship in October. On New Year’s Eve, the Dodgers’ social media account shared a video of his former teammates sending heartfelt messages to him.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 31

Newly-Signed Dodgers Star Listed as Top Free Agency Winner

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a clear need heading into free agency. After failing to secure a reliable closer despite signing Tanner Scott to a lucrative deal ahead of the 2025 season, the Dodgers relied predominantly on starters in the postseason as they fought their way to a second consecutive World Series title.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 31

This Day In Dodgers History: Charles Ebbets Becomes Controlling Owner

On Dec. 31, 1897, Charles Ebbets became the controlling owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, then known as the Grooms. Ebbets gained an 80% interest in the team after spending most of the decade as a bookkeeper and minority owner.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / True Blue LA / December 31

2025 Dodgers season review: Yoshinobu Yamamoto

From Tokyo to Toronto, this season belonged to Yoshinobu Yamamoto. In my view, both as a journalist and as a traveling correspondent, Yamamoto was the best pitcher in MLB in 2025, with no disrespect to either Cy Young winner.

Brandon Gomes News / Dodger Blue / December 31

Brandon Gomes: Dodgers Weighing Pros & Cons Of Trading From Pitching Depth

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a splash earlier this offseason when they signed Edwin Díaz to a three-year, $69 million contract and still might have another big move or two up their sleeve before the start of Spring Training in February.

Esteury Ruiz News / Dodger Blue / December 31

What To Know About New Dodgers Prospect Adriano Marrero

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired pitching prospect Adriano Marrero from the Miami Marlins in exchange for Esteury Ruiz on Monday night. The move cleared a spot on the Dodgers’ 40-man roster, which was full before the trade.

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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.

Andrew Heaney News / True Blue LA / December 31

Andrew Heaney retires

Andrew Heaney made a brief stop with the Dodgers in 2025 before hitting free agency. The veteran left-hander announced his retirement on his social media pages on December 28.

Roki Sasaki News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Roki Sasaki Sends Message After First Season With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers had plenty of contributors as they captured their second straight World Series title in 2025, but one of the more surprising heroes was right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Dodgers Lose Player in MLB Free Agency on Tuesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers are heading into the 2026 season looking to capture a third straight World Series title and solidify their place as a modern dynasty.

Kirby Yates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 30

Angels hoping Kirby Yates will have bounce-back season

Angels hoping two-time All-Star Kirby Yates will have bounce-back season

The Angels will bet on Yates’ track record and hope for better help.

Angels' Anthony Rendon restructure will finally end Los Angeles' $245M mistake

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The 'World Series Champions' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 30

Dodgers Front Office Earns Top Ranking Across 4 Major Sports

It's hard to win consecutive World Series titles without having a well-constructed front office. From president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman to general manager Brandon Gomes to an elite scouting department, the Dodgers have benefitted from having one of the top leadership groups in Major League Baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 30

Why Dodgers’ Tanner Scott could quiet haters with 2026 resurgence after Edwin Diaz signing

The Los Angeles Dodgers flexed their financial muscle when they signed All-Star closer Edwin Diaz to a three-year, $69 million deal earlier this offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Just Baseball / December 30

Playing GM: 4 Moves To Complete the Los Angeles Dodgers Roster for 2026

After becoming the first team to repeat as World Series Champions since the New York Yankees from 1998-2000, the Los Angeles Dodgers can still get better this offseason.

Esteury Ruiz News / New Baseball Media / December 30

2025 Transactions: Marlins Trade for Esteury Ruiz From Dodgers

Two days after the Marlins traded Dane Myers to the Reds, Miami acquired an outfielder to take his place on the roster. Esteury Ruiz, formerly of the Athletics, was acquired via trade from the Dodgers.

Joe Kelly News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 29

Joe Kelly announces end of his playing career

After 13 Major League seasons, reliever Joe Kelly has decided to call a career, as the right-hander told Rob Bradford on a recent edition (audio link) of the Baseball Isn’t Boring podcast.

Andrew Heaney News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 28

Andrew Heaney Announces Retirement

Andrew Heaney is retiring after 12 Major League seasons, as the 34-year-old southpaw announced via his social media feeds. Heaney finishes his career with a 4.57 ERA over 1136 2/3 innings as a starter and occasional reliever with six different MLB teams, including seven seasons with the Angels.

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

Dodgers Pitcher Recovering From Tommy John Surgery Listed as Trade Chip

The Los Angeles Dodgers don't have any shortage of talent in their starting rotation, and with right-hander River Ryan returning from Tommy John surgery, their options have only grown.