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Dodgers make eye-opening DH decision with Shohei Ohtani only pitching

While Shohei Ohtani’s home run streak has officially come to an end, hitting a dinger against the San Francisco Giants while Ice Cube was in the booth on his bobblehead night, the Los Angeles Dodgers are still trying their best to get their two-way unicorn back on track at the plate during his push for a Cy Young.

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Elite communicator and outfielder Jason Heyward returns to Dodgers after retirement

Back in March, Jason Heyward — one of the elite defensive players of his generation and a 2026 World Series champion — announced that he was done playing baseball after 16 seasons.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 13

Dodgers Lineup vs Giants: Shohei Ohtani and Max Muncy Out, Santiago Espinal Starting

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in desperate need of a win. The Dodgers have dropped the first two games of their series at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium to the San Francisco Giants.

Andy Pages News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

While Dodgers stars slump in May, Andy Pages’ breakout 2026 keeps team afloat

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a roster littered with big-name megastars and highly-paid veterans. It is Andy Pages and his one-year, $800,000 million contract that is keeping the back-to-back defending champions afloat, though.

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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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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 13

Dodgers’ Brutal Losing Streak Reaches Level Not Seen Since 1936

The Los Angeles Dodgers have now lost four games in a row, with each loss seemingly getting uglier than the last. In fact, the Dodgers' recent losing ways haven't been this bad since 1936, according to MLB.com research.

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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.

MLB News / True Blue LA / May 13

Looking for a Ray of hope, Dodgers offense faces star lefty

For mere mortals, an off-day means an off-day, but for Shohei Ohtani, the definition of it is a bit different. For the fourth time this season, the Dodgers will take the field without Ohtani as their designated hitter.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 13

Dodgers Have New Meal Deal With Iconic Southern California Burger Chain

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a new meal deal with the iconic Southern California chain, Habit Burger & Grill. Ahead of the 2026 season, it was revealed that the Dodgers signed a multi-year partnership with the burger chain.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 13

Teoscar Hernández Has ‘Earned’ Right To Work Through Struggles

Teoscar Hernández returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup on Monday after sitting out the previous game amid his season-long struggles at the plate.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 13

Dodgers Reach 90-Year Low With Four-Game Losing Streak

Yoshinobu Yamamoto was bit by the home run bug and the Los Angeles Dodgers offense continued to struggle in a 6-2 loss to the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

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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.

Nick Senzel News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 13

Dodgers Officially Release Veteran Infielder After Disappointing Tenure

The Los Angeles Dodgers released veteran infielder Nick Senzel this week, according to the team's official transactions log on MiLB.com. Senzel, 30, was officially released by the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets, ending his multi-season tenure with the team.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 13

Dodgers aren’t cashing in scoring chances, and aren’t creating them either

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers swept the New York Mets four weeks ago, their second sweep in four series at Dodger Stadium at that point, running their record to 14-4.

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Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Kyle Tucker makes it clear that Dodgers are not ‘freaking out’ despite slump

The Los Angeles Dodgers have dropped four consecutive games following Tuesday’s 6-2 defeat against the San Francisco Giants. The team’s offense has scored three or less runs in each of the four contests.

Max Muncy News / Dodger Blue / May 13

Max Muncy Fully Believes Dodgers ‘Are Going To Come Out’ Of Slump

The Los Angeles Dodgers have not been playing at their best over the past two weeks, with a 5-9 record in their past 14 games. The lack of a consistent offense has relegated the team to being devoid of meaningful offensive production across the board.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto pounded by unlikeliest Giants hero as concerns pile up

The Los Angeles Dodgers are suddenly feeling the pressure mount after Yoshinobu Yamamoto endured another rough night against the San Francisco Giants in the latest chapter of their storied rivalry.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Dodgers taking Ls in brutal fashion not seen in 90 years

The Los Angeles Dodgers are suddenly spiraling at the worst possible time, and even Dave Roberts seems to be searching for answers during this brutal collapse.

Santiago Espinal News / Dodger Blue / May 13

Dodgers Restructured Santiago Espinal’s Contract

Santiago Espinal performed well during Spring Training and earned a spot on the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Opening Day roster, but he has largely struggled through the first month-and-a-half of the regular season.

Chris Newell News / True Blue LA / May 13

Dodgers minors: Chris Newell can’t avoid Drillers’ loss

Three one-run losses and a blowout win for the Ontario Tower Buzzers—that’s how the day went in the Dodgers’ minor league system. While the first-place Drillers might not have gotten the result they wanted in a loss against the Cardinals, it most certainly didn’t come due to a lack of trying from Chris Newell.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 13

Giants vs. Dodgers Game 3: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 13

Giants vs Dodgers: The Los Angeles Dodgers failed to defeat their generational rival after dropping their second game last night. It was hard for fans to witness the defending World Series champions struggle against one of the worst teams in the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / May 13

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani to focus on pitching vs. Giants

While the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking forward to another Shohei Ohtani turn on the mound, the two-way star's hitting inconsistencies are altering strategy.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / May 13

Los Angeles Dodgers’ Four-Game Skid Reaches 90-Year Low

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the two-time reigning World Series champions and have more firepower on their roster than anyone else. While this is the case, even they can struggle, and we're seeing that right now.

Roki Sasaki News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 13

Dodgers Notes: LA Makes Trade, Cuts Ties With Outfielder, Roki Sasaki Plan Revealed

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the San Francisco Giants, 6-2, on Tuesday evening and fell to 24-18 on the year. After 11 games and 52 plate appearances, however, superstar Shohei Ohtani finally hit a home run, a 398-foot solo shot in the third inning that left his bat at 105.9 mph.

Will Smith News / Athlon Sports / May 12

Dodgers’ Will Smith Announces Personal News Amid MLB Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled recently and are on a three-game losing streak. At 24-17, they remain in a solid position and will look to rebound in their upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants.

Alek Thomas News / Yardbarker / May 12

Can Alek Thomas become the Dodgers' latest reclamation project?

The Los Angeles Dodgers hold a high reputation when it comes to developing players. Could Thomas be the next in line?

Shohei Ohtani's hitting slump continues in loss to Braves

On deck: Cubs-Braves, Mookie Betts return, fall of Astros, Blue Jays

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 10

Shohei Ohtani's hitting slump continues in loss to Braves

Japanese star Shohei Ohtani's bat has been cold lately, and it continued in the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday.

Dodgers make massive Mookie Betts announcement before series against Giants

Dave Roberts eases concerns after Tyler Glasnow lands on IL with back injury

Padres' Manny Machado breaks out of slump with monumental home run

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 10

Dodgers To Activate Mookie Betts On Monday

Mookie Betts has been out for over a month with a right oblique strain, but he is now on the cusp of returning to the Dodgers. After two rehab games, Betts is returning to Los Angeles today and is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list tomorrow, according to Katie Woo of The Athletic.