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Los Angeles Dodgers News / ESPN / July 5

Dodgers C to debut despite tragedy in Venezuela

The stepmom and sister of Dodgers catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. were found dead as a result of the earthquakes in Venezuela last week, according to reports.

Mookie Betts News / NBC Sports / July 5

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Stadium Rant / July 5

Dodgers 2026 All-Star Game Selections Highlight Los Angeles’ Dominance

The Los Angeles Dodgers once again proved why they remain one of Major League Baseball’s premier franchises, sending a star-studded group of players to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.

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Edwin Diaz News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5

Edwin Diaz speaks out on his alleged links to illegal cockfighting

Edwin Diaz is not worried about any potential consequences related to his cockfighting scandal. The Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Diaz spoke with reporters on Sunday.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 5

Edwin Díaz Breaks Silence on Cockfighting Report Ahead of Dodgers Return

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Edwin Díaz addressed reports from March out of Puerto Rico that he participated in cockfighting, which is illegal in the United States and its territories.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Dave Roberts Announces Reason for Tommy Edman’s Removal From Dodgers Lineup

Infielder Tommy Edman was slated to start at third base for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, but he was scratched from the lineup against the San Diego Padres after being hit on the right foot by Padres pitcher Mason Miller.

Dave Roberts News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Kiké Hernández Injury: Dave Roberts Announces Update Before Dodgers-Padres Game

Just about everything is going to plan for the 2024 and 2025 World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. They are 59-31, first place in the National League West and on the verge of sweeping their arch rival San Diego Padres.

Eliezer Alfonzo News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 5

Dodgers Rookie’s Family Found Dead Ahead of MLB Debut

Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. will make his MLB debut on Sunday as the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting catcher in their series finale against the San Diego Padres.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 5

Dodgers Lineup vs Padres: Shohei Ohtani Returns, Dalton Rushing and Kyle Tucker Out

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to sweep the San Diego Padres on Sunday in what would be the final nail in the coffin in San Diego's National League West hopes.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / July 5

Shohei Ohtani Back In Dodgers Lineup After Dealing With Right Bicep Issue

Shohei Ohtani is back at the top of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for their series finale against the San Diego Padres on Sunday night. It coincides with Ohtani celebrating his 32nd birthday.

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Tarik Skubal News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 5

Dodgers Reportedly Not Interested in Tarik Skubal Trade Ahead of Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers have long been linked with ace Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers, and even more so with the trade deadline coming up. Skubal is one of the best pitchers in baseball, with the left-hander having won two straight Cy Young awards in the American League.

Freddie Freeman News / Dodger Blue / July 5

Freddie Freeman Looking Forward To ‘Awesome’ Experience At 10th All-Star Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have a strong presence at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game later this month as Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Andy Pages, Max Muncy and Yoshinobu Yamamoto were all selected to the National League team.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 5

Dodgers’ MVPs Hitting Well Takes ‘Pressure Off Everybody Else’

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been one of the best offenses in baseball this season, even though it hasn’t felt that like it at times because of the slumps from Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts at various points.

Dave Roberts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 5

Dodgers Star Says Dave Roberts Has Harder Job Than Most Managers

Life is good for the Los Angeles Dodgers. At 59-31, LA has a 14-game lead in the National League West and the best record in baseball by 3.5 games. As a result of their success this season, the season before and just about every season since the 2016 campaign, manager Dave Roberts has collected his fair share of scrutiny.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / July 5

Shohei Ohtani set to return as Dodgers vie for sweep of Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have some post-holiday lineup changes in store on Sunday when they chase a four-game series sweep against the visiting San Diego Padres.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Field Level Media / July 5

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto dominates skidding Padres

Freddie Freeman hit a home run and Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered seven scoreless innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers continued their winning ways with a 3-0 victory over the visiting San Diego Padres on Saturday.

Chuckie Robinson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Dodgers replace Chuckie Robinson with white-hot Triple-A catcher

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered the Fourth of July holding an astonishing National League West lead. But Chuckie Robinson won’t be with the franchise for their holiday showdown against the San Diego Padres.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Dodgers on pace to make jaw-dropping franchise history

The Los Angeles Dodgers are turning the NL West race into one of the most lopsided division stories in franchise history before the All-Star break. The Dodgers head into Saturday night’s clash vs.