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Dodgers Get Mookie Betts Back – Is He Still An Elite Player?

Eight-time All-Star Mookie Betts is back in the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers. But this return feels different. After missing 32 games with an oblique strain, Betts is rejoining a Dodgers team that has suddenly cooled off—losing nine of its last 13 and slipping out of first place in the NL West.

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Dodgers' Edwin Diaz Under Fire for Connection to Illegal Cockfighting

The Los Angeles Dodgers may be facing a significant media distraction with one of their newest players involved in an animal cruelty scandal. In a developing story from USA Today, superstar closer Edwin Diaz has been linked to an illegal cockfighting ring in his home country of Puerto Rico.

Edwin Diaz News / The Spun / May 15

Los Angeles Dodgers Star Edwin Diaz Linked To Illegal Activity

As Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Edwin Diaz recovers from an injury, he might be facing a new problem in the form of some pretty serious allegations.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Emmet Sheehan News / Dodger Blue / May 15

Emmet Sheehan Credits Dodgers Strength Coach For Change In Routine Proving Key

Emmet Sheehan turned in his best start of the season on Thursday night to help the Los Angeles Dodgers earn a series split with the San Francisco Giants.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Blake Snell News / Field Level Media / May 15

Dodgers' Blake Snell strives to get on right road vs. Angels in Freeway Series

The Los Angeles Angels will return home to Anaheim to start a 10-game homestand on Friday night following a 1-5 road trip that concluded with getting swept in three games by the Cleveland Guardians.

Alex Call News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

What Dodgers’ Alex Call said about his clutch hit vs. Giants

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup is filled with plenty of superstars and former MVPs. But on Thursday, it was outfielder Alex Call who came up clutch. With the Dodgers and Giants knotted at two, Call hit a pinch-hit two-run RBI.

Tyler Glasnow News / Dodger Blue / May 15

Dodgers Taking Cautious Approach With Tyler Glasnow’s Recovery

The Los Angeles Dodgers at one point weren’t sure if it would be necessary to place Tyler Glasnow on the 15-day injured list, but now they aren’t certain of when he will return.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 15

Dodgers minors: Eliezer Alfonso shines in Comets win

Only the Tulsa Drillers lost as the Loons and Tower Buzzers executed comeback wins, and the Comets outlasted the Isotopes in a shootout. At twenty-six

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / May 15

Dodgers Not Worried Shohei Ohtani’s Timing Will Be Thrown Off By Resting

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ struggle to produce on offense has been discussed at length during their recent skid, and specifically Shohei Ohtani not being his usual self in the batter’s box.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 15

Dalton Rushing’s Dugout Antics Leave Teammates Laughing Behind His Back

Dalton Rushing is certainly making a reputation for himself in his second season with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 25-year-old catcher has placed himself in the middle of controversy on more than one occasion already this year.

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Emmet Sheehan News / Field Level Media / May 15

Emmet Sheehan, Dodgers salvage series split vs. Giants

Emmet Sheehan threw six strong innings, Alex Call hit a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth and the Los Angeles Dodgers closed a four-game series with a 5-2 victory over the visiting San Francisco Giants on Thursday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 15

Recap: Emmet Sheehan & Alex Call Lead Dodgers To Series Split Vs. Giants

The Los Angeles Dodgers ended their losing streak on Wednesday night and followed it by securing a series split against the San Francisco Giants. It wasn’t the prettiest game for the Dodgers, but they came through when needed to and have now won two straight before heading out on the road.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 15

Report: Dodgers' Edwin Diaz is being linked to illegal cockfighting

The Los Angeles Dodgers have another headache to worry about with reliever Edwin Diaz.

Former Dodgers, Red Sox standout hit with brutal news

Mariners' Cal Raleigh heads to the IL for the first time in his career

Rockies ace leaves start early due to an apparent injury

Mets get worrisome injury update on Francisco Lindor

Are Giants looking to move Rafael Devers?

Tyler Glasnow News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14

Dodgers starter Tyler Glasnow’s huge injury update suggests he could return soon

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow is dealing with a low back injury, but the star could return soon. Glasnow has been taking steps forward and is hoping to pitch off a mound soon, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.

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

Andrew Friedman Says Dodgers’ Struggles Are ‘More Random Than Anything’

The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled for the better part of the last month. The lineup that features MVPs and All-Stars hasn't quite found its rhythm.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 14

Rival Announcer Takes Major Shot at Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani

The Los Angeles Dodgers spared no expense in the offseason to acquire talent amid the organization's pursuit of a third consecutive World Series title.

Roki Sasaki News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 14

Orel Hershiser Reveals What Dodgers' Roki Sasaki Tried, Failed, to Correct

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki's 2026 season has played to a now-familiar pattern. His latest start offered a perfect example. Against the San Francisco Giants on Monday, Sasaki allowed only one run through the first five innings on a Rafael Devers home run.

Mookie Betts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14

Dodgers’ Mookie Betts makes honest claim on his form after IL stint

Mookie Betts is back in Dodger Blue, but he’s asking for a little patience, including from himself. In his third game back from the injured list, Betts went 1-for-4 with a home run, an RBI, and a run scored as the Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a four-game losing streak with a clean 4-0 shutout victory over the San Francisco Giants.

Tyler Glasnow News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Dodgers’ Tyler Glasnow takes step forward amid injury recovery

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow was recently placed on the injured list. The pitcher is dealing with low back spasms. The Dodgers are hopeful that he will not have to miss too much time with the injury.