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Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim Likely to Be Called Up if Mookie Betts Goes on Injured List

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts is undergoing an MRI on his back after he was forced to exit Saturday's game against the Washington Nationals in the first inning.

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Andy Pages remains hot in Dodgers’ win over Nationals

Andy Pages slugged a three-run homer among his three hits, Freddie Freeman doubled twice and drove in four runs, and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 10-5 on Saturday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 4

Recap: Tyler Glasnow, Freddie Freeman & Andy Pages Lead Dodgers To Win Vs. Nationals

After a dominant win yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers looked to clinch a series win against the Washington Nationals, and they did just that. Nearly everything went right for the Dodgers in their win, and they now have a chance to sweep in the series finale on Sunday.

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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 / Dodger Blue / April 4

Mookie Betts Removed From Saturday’s Game Due To Back Pain

The Los Angeles Dodgers scored first on Saturday for only the second time in eight games so far this season, but it was followed by Mookie Betts being removed from the game.

Kyle Tucker News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 4

Kyle Tucker Won't Play for Dodgers in Series Finale vs Nationals

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker will get his first day off of the 2026 season on Sunday against the Washington Nationals. Teoscar Hernández

Roki Sasaki News / True Blue LA / April 4

Dodgers on Deck: Sunday, April 5 at Nationals

Roki Sasaki makes his second start of the week, looking to build off his season opener when the Dodgers finish off their weekend series against the Washington Nationals on Sunday afternoon at Nationals Park in Washington D.C.

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 4

This Day In Dodgers History: First Bobblehead Giveaway At Dodger Stadium

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw the start of what’s become a popular annual tradition as the first ever bobblehead giveaway at Dodger Stadium was held on April 4, 2001.

Keston Hiura News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 4

Dodgers Cut Ties With Veteran Infielder Early in 2026 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have cut ties with an offseason addition early in the 2026 season. The Oklahoma City Comets, the Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate, have released first baseman Keston Hiura, per the team's transaction log.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / April 4

25 years of Dodger bobblehead giveaways

There are certain dates in Dodger history that true blue fans can recite from memory, whether Jackie Robinson’s Major League debut (April 15, 1947), Sandy Koufax’s perfect game (Sept.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 4

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Makes Teoscar Hernandez Decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Saturday’s matchup against the Washington Nationals still searching for offensive consistency early in the 2026 season and coming off their most productive game at the plate on Friday.

Emmet Sheehan News / Dodger Blue / April 4

Emmet Sheehan Took ‘Step In The Right Direction’

Coming off a terrible season debut, Emmet Sheehan was looking to bounce back in his second start of 2026 and while there are still things to work on, he was much more effective against the Washington Nationals.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 4

Dodgers Lineup vs Nationals: Teoscar Hernandez Out, Alex Call Starting

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to pick up where they left off after dominating the Washington Nationals on Friday by a score of 13-6. The top four hitters in the Dodgers lineup — Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman — all homered in a dominant display from the boys in blue (literally).

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Stadium Rant / April 4

Dodgers Lineup Dominating In 2026 As Ohtani, Tucker, Pages Shine

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered the 2026 season with expectations that remain as high as ever, but early returns suggest this version of the roster may be even more dangerous than anticipated.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / April 4

Mookie Betts Explains Why Dodgers Aren’t ‘Panicking’ About Slow Start

Much has been made about the Los Angeles Dodgers’ offensive struggles through the first week of the regular season, but the team’s bats finally woke up in a 13-6 rout of the Washington Nationals on Friday.

Justin Wrobleski News / Dodger Blue / April 4

Justin Wrobleski Prepared For Blue Jays Fans: ‘Going To Be Really Awesome’

The Los Angeles Dodgers began the season with a five-man starting rotation and Justin Wrobleski in a piggyback role for their first time through. Now having completed that, Wrobleski has been penciled into the rotation and is scheduled to start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday.

River Ryan News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 4

Dodgers Top Prospect Flamethrower Poised for Breakout Season After Tommy John Surgery

Los Angeles Dodgers top prospect River Ryan is looking to pick up right where he left off after undergoing Tommy John surgery. Ryan's first season in the big leagues in 2024 was derailed by an elbow injury.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 4

Nationals have hands full with menacing Dodgers lineup

After putting together their best offensive performance of the new season in the series opener, the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers will look to take the weekend set against the Washington Nationals on Saturday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 4

Dave Roberts Has Confidence In Roki Sasaki Because Of Rookie Struggles

After a spring performance that created more questions than provided answers, it was imperative that Roki Sasaki start his 2026 season on the right foot.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 4

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.

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.

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.

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.