Los Angeles Dodgers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Jackie Robinson News / True Blue LA / April 15

Dodgers look for sweep on Jackie Robinson Day

So far this homestand, the Los Angeles Dodgers have quietly handled the New York Mets, with the pitching staff allowing only one run in 18 innings. The run was a leadoff shot from Francisco Lindor off of Yoshinobu Yamamoto in Tuesday’s game, and otherwise no Met has crossed the plate in L.A.

Jon Kemmer News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 15

Former Dodgers Minor Leaguer Dies at 35

Outfielder Jon Kemmer, who spent the last of his seven affiliated minor league seasons with the Triple-A Oklahoma City Dodgers, died Sunday in a single-car crash in Texas. He was 35.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Dave Roberts Estimates How Long Brock Stewart’s Rehab Assignment Will Last

The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen is enjoying a nice start to 2026 and has largely shown improvement the team was hoping for entering this season. The group suffered its first in-season injury with Ben Casparius being placed on the 15-day injured list because of inflammation in his right shoulder, but the team has a capable replacement in Kyle Hurt.

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MLB News / Yardbarker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 15

Dodgers, behind Shohei Ohtani, intent on extending Mets' skid

Two days after he was hit by a fastball in the right shoulder, Shohei Ohtani will test any residual soreness when he takes the mound against the visiting New York Mets on Wednesday night.

Zach Ehrhard News / True Blue LA / April 15

Dodgers minors: Zach Ehrhard’s grand slam fuels Comets win

The three primary minor league teams for the Dodger organization took care of business on Tuesday by winning close matchups; meanwhile, the Ontario Tower Buzzers had a forgetful game against Fresno, committing four errors and twice allowing eight runs in a half inning en route to a blowout defeat.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15

Details emerge on Edwin Diaz’s absence against the Mets

Edwin Diaz has yet to pitch against his former team during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ ongoing series versus the New York Mets. Diaz was nowhere to be found on the mound on Tuesday, when the Dodgers took care of business and defeated New York, 2-1, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 15

Dodgers Notes: LA Makes Trade, Free Agent Joins Rays, Kyle Tucker Disagrees With Dave Roberts

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Mets, 2-1, on Tuesday evening and improved to 13-4 on the year. Yoshinobu Yamamoto held it down for LA as he struck out seven across 7.2 innings of work, overcoming a first inning leadoff home run from Francisco Lindor.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 15

Dodgers notes: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Justin Wrobleski, Edwin Díaz

In the best pitching duel the Dodgers have seen so far this season, Yoshinobu Yamamoto went toe-to-toe with New York Mets right-hander Nolan McLean and continued the trend of starting pitching giving Mets hitters headaches.

Alex Vesia News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Alex Vesia Nearly Brought To Tears With Save On Dodgers’ Healthcare Appreciation Night

Alex Vesia has converted 15 save opportunities in his career and pitched in 308 games over parts of seven seasons at the Major League level. But his appearance in the ninth inning on Tuesday came with more significance than any other.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 15

Dodgers get just enough offense, send Mets to 7th straight loss

Yoshinobu Yamamoto rebounded from a leadoff home run to retire 20 consecutive batters and the Los Angeles Dodgers got the best of a pitchers' duel to finish off a 2-1 victory over the visiting New York Mets on Tuesday.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani’s on-base streak passes World Series MVP

Shohei Ohtani continues to build his place in Los Angeles Dodgers history, extending his on-base streak while helping power the club’s strong 14–4 start to the 2026 season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Recap: Kyle Tucker Delivers Game-Winning Hit After Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Nolan McLean Duel

Nolan McLean and Yoshinobu Yamamoto went toe-to-toe in a pitchers duel that ultimately swung in favor of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the eighth inning. They were lifted to a seventh comeback win of the season thanks in part to Kyle Tucker delivering a go-ahead hit.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts breaks down Andy Pages’ blazing hot start to 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to surge early in the season. Outfielder Andy Pages has fueled that run with a breakout stretch. His production has become a defining factor in the team’s strong 12-4 start.

Mookie Betts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

What Dodgers’ Mookie Betts most recently said about his injury recovery

After suffering an oblique strain while running the bases against the Washington Nationals, Los Angeles Dodgers fans have been waiting with bated breath for the latest update on shortstop Mookie Betts.

Edwin Diaz News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Dodgers Announce Trade With Phillies After Edwin Diaz Update

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a 4-0 win over the New York Mets, with contributions across the roster. Amid the momentum, the team completed a trade with the Philadelphia Phillies, acquiring right-handed pitcher Griff McGarry in exchange for international pool money, according to the Dodgers’ X account.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / April 14

Dodgers Expect Shohei Ohtani To Make Next Start Despite Hit By Pitch

Shohei Ohtani was hit by a pitch on the back his right shoulder during the first inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ series opener against the New York Mets on Monday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 14

Dodgers' Kyle Tucker Disagrees With Dave Roberts' Assessment of Early-Season Struggles

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was asked by reporters over the weekend why he thought Kyle Tucker was struggling at the plate to start the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14

The most unexpected Dodgers player becomes first to 20 RBIs

A Los Angeles Dodgers slugger has hit the 20-RBI mark before anyone else in the majors — and it’s not anyone fans would have guessed to do it. The Dodgers have a murderer’s row of hitters atop their batting order in Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman.

Justin Wrobleski News / Field Level Media / April 14

Justin Wrobleski, Dodgers shut out slumping Mets

Justin Wrobleski pitched eight scoreless innings and Andy Pages hit a three-run homer as the Los Angeles Dodgers opened a three-game home series with a 4-0 victory over the New York Mets on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 13

Four surprise players to open the MLB season

The MLB season is still young, but there are already trends around the sport. That includes players who are trending upwards and already having excellent seasons. Here are four players who have surprised so far in 2026.

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