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Dodgers Manager Clarifies Shohei Ohtani's Knee Procedure, Reveals Pitching Plan

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani has been dealing with an ongoing knee injury for the past month-plus. This all started when Ohtani left a mid-June game early with what was later diagnosed as knee inflammation.

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Mookie Betts thinks MLB should shorten games with one rule change

Mookie Betts had one suggestion for Major League Baseball to make blowouts a little less painful for all involved. In an interview with Tom Dierberger of SI, Betts suggested that games should simply end whenever a team wants to bring in a position player to pitch.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / July 18

Dodgers Vs. Yankees Game Postponed And Rescheduled As Split Doubleheader

Saturday’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees was postponed due to inclement weather in the area and rescheduled as part of a split doubleheader on Sunday.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Writer reveals trade Dodgers should make, and it’s not Tarik Skubal deal

With the 2026 MLB trade deadline rapidly approaching on August 3, fans are scratching their heads trying to figure out what kind of move the Los Angeles Dodgers should make in their pursuit of a third-straight World Series win.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

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MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 18

Dodgers vs Yankees Won't Play on Saturday, Will Have Doubleheader on Sunday

The Los Angeles Dodgers vs. New York Yankees game on Saturday, July 18 has been canceled due to inclement weather. The teams will play a split-admission doubleheader on Sunday, July 19.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / True Blue LA / July 18

Dodgers-Yankees postponed by Saturday rain

The middle game between the Dodgers and Yankees on Saturday was postponed by rain, and rescheduled as part of a split doubleheader on Sunday. The first game on Sunday is scheduled for a 9:35 a.m.

Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / July 18

Roki Sasaki Sets Dodgers Record For Pitches Of 100+ MPH In A Start

Roki Sasaki turned in an excellent start in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ first game after the All-Star break, but the way in which he did it was both historic and the most encouraging part.

Will Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Will Smith To Remain On Dodgers’ IL Until At Least Mid-August

Dodgers catcher Will Smith hasn’t played since June 5 due to an inflamed disc in his neck, and continued soreness in his neck while taking swings last

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 18

Dave Roberts Reacts to Aaron Boone's Costly Decision in Yankees' Loss to Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened the second half of the season with a big win over the New York Yankees on the road. Down 1-0 in the seventh inning, the Dodgers finally got on the board with a massive two-run home run from Max Muncy to take the lead.

Charlie Barnes News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 18

Dodgers Sign Veteran Pitcher Days After Hitting Free Agency

The Los Angeles Dodgers wasted little time bringing back a recently-cut pitcher. Left-handed pitcher Charlie Barnes, who was designated for assignment by the Dodgers last weekend, is back in the organization on a minor league deal, per the team's transaction log on MiLB.com.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / July 18

Shohei Ohtani Treated With Injection Instead Of Draining Left Knee

When the Los Angeles Dodgers announced Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his pitching start on July 10, they also noted he would not play in the All-Star Game due to planned “interventions” on his troublesome left knee.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 18

Rain threatens rematch between Yankees, Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers returned from the All-Star break on Friday and earned a win on a night when stars Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts were quiet at the plate against the New York Yankees.

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Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Dodgers' Marquee Offseason Signing Named Key Player for Second Half of Season

Kyle Tucker sent shockwaves throughout baseball when he signed a four-year, $240 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers during the offseason. Through the first half of the season, however, the four-time All-Star has struggled to meet the high expectations that came with the deal.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / July 18

Dave Roberts ‘Happy’ Junior Caminero Doesn’t Play In National League

The annual MLB All-Star Game provides everyone an opportunity to see the greatest collection of talent the sport has to offer, and that includes managers and coaches from around the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 18

Dodgers Notes: Will Smith Shut Down, Roki Sasaki Makes History vs Yankees, Tyler Glasnow Progressing

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Yankees, 2-1, on Friday night and improved to 62-36 on the year. Right-hander Roki Sasaki punched out five and walked one across 5.1 innings of work and allowed one unearned run.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts compares Roki Sasaki’s effort vs. Yankees to Yoshinobu Yamamoto

To say Roki Sasaki turned in a monster effort for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the New York Yankees on Friday would be an understatement. Throwing 21 balls at 100 miles per hour or faster, Sasaki threw 5.2 very good innings for LA, allowing just five hits and one run to help set up an eventual 2-1 win at Yankee Stadium.

Mookie Betts News / EasySportz / July 18

Mookie Betts Pushes MLB To Fix One Broken Rule

Mookie Betts isn’t staying quiet about a major issue in baseball. The Dodgers superstar wants to see one specific rule change happen immediately. He believes the current system hurts the pace of the game.

Roki Sasaki News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Roki Sasaki Sets Dodgers Pitching Record in Win Over Yankees

It hasn't been the easiest transition to MLB for Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki. On Friday, Sasaki reminded the baseball world of his immense talent by breaking a Dodgers' pitching record in the team's 2-1 victory over the New York Yankees.

Max Muncy News / Field Level Media / July 17

Max Muncy hits 2-run homer to power Dodgers past Yankees

Max Muncy hit a go-ahead two-run homer with nobody out in the sixth inning against Gerrit Cole and the Los Angeles Dodgers earned a 2-1 victory over the New York Yankees on Friday night in the first meeting at Yankee Stadium between the teams since Game 5 of the 2024 World Series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Reds' Sal Stewart sheds light on viral Dave Roberts' All-Star Game quote

As the Cincinnati Reds start the post-All-Star Game portion of their schedule, there's still plenty of buzz about Sal Stewart and what he asked of some veteran MLB managers just before the Midsummer Classic.

Reds sign Chase Burns to historic new deal

Dodgers' Mookie Betts sets one condition to retire

Dodgers may trade for Tigers' Tarik Skubal, but there's a catch

The 'MLB All-Star Game managers' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees' Aaron Judge shares concerning update about injury recovery

Fans of the New York Yankees were hoping that slugger and team captain Aaron Judge would have good news to share regarding his injury recovery following the MLB All-Star break.

Former Yankees star, announcer share Aaron Judge warnings amid uncertainty about return

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Is Derek Jeter admission about Anthony Volpe a 'red flag'?

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / July 17

Dodgers may trade for Tigers' Tarik Skubal, but there's a catch

Even in a down year, Tarik Skubal is still one of the most feared hurlers in baseball.

Dodgers' Mookie Betts sets one condition to retire

Tigers can make push for playoffs with second-easiest remaining schedule

Three prominent MLB trade chips that are likely to not be traded

Three teams that could shake up the MLB trade deadline

The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / July 16

Dodgers' Mookie Betts sets one condition to retire

All great things come to an end, and Betts' legendary career won't be the exception to that rule.

Dodgers visiting Yankees for first time since 2024 World Series

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 15

Dodgers reach remarkable milestone not seen in over 50 years

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming out of the All-Star break with an MLB-best 61-36 record and hoping for a World Series three-peat. The Dodgers have an 11.5-game lead in the National League West, and they are two games ahead of the Milwaukee Brewers for the No.