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

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Wants to See More From Roki Sasaki, Emmet Sheehan

The Los Angeles Dodgers offense has come to life on their current road trip following a slow start to the year. It has been a nice sight for Los Angeles, as the team is finally showing how explosive they can be with the bats.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 5

Recap: Dodgers Complete 5th Comeback Win To Sweep Nationals

The Los Angeles Dodgers went into Sunday looking to sweep the Washington Nationals after taking the previous two games in the series. The game was delayed by more than two hours due to rain, and that seemingly delayed the Dodgers’ offense as well.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 5

Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Expands Dodgers Dreamteam Program

Over the last 13 seasons, the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) Dodgers Dreamteam program has connected young people with the resources and opportunities needed to play baseball and softball.

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Mookie Betts News / Field Level Media / April 5

Dodgers put SS Mookie Betts (oblique) on injured list

The Los Angeles Dodgers put Mookie Betts on the 10-day injured list on Sunday after an MRI verified an oblique strain. Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Betts could be sidelined four to six weeks, but he anticipated time missed being on the lower side.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 5

Freddie Freeman Appreciative After Passing Chipper Jones On All-Time Doubles List

Freddie Freeman was among the several Los Angeles Dodgers who got off to a slow start this season but made headway through the first two games of their series against the Washington Nationals.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Dave Roberts Facing Will Smith Lineup Decision After Mookie Betts’ Injury

The Los Angeles Dodgers are dealing with another significant injury setback, as shortstop Mookie Betts is headed to the injured list with a right oblique strain, manager Dave Roberts confirmed Sunday. Roberts told reporters that an MRI revealed the injury, which he believed occurred on a check-swing during Betts’ at-bat Saturday.

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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.

MLB News / True Blue LA / April 5

Dodgers on Deck: Monday, April 6 at Blue Jays

A mere 156 days after hoisting a championship trophy on the field at Rogers Centre, the Dodgers will be back in Toronto on Monday to battle the Blue Jays in the opener of a three-game series.

MLB News / True Blue LA / April 5

Dodgers-Nationals finale delayed by rain

The Dodgers have their first rain delay of the season, with the start of their series finale against the Washington Nationals delayed by rain at Nationals Park in Washington D.C.

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Mookie Betts News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 5

Dodgers Place Mookie Betts On Injured List With Oblique Strain

The Dodgers announced this morning that they’ve placed veteran star Mookie Betts on the 10-day injured list. Jack Harris of the California Post relays that, according to manager Dave Roberts, Betts has suffered an oblique strain.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 5

Dodgers Place Mookie Betts On 10-Day Injured List; Hyeseong Kim Recalled

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Mookie Betts on the 10-day injured list with right oblique strain and recalled Hyeseong Kim from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / April 5

Dodgers Not Yet Sure What Roki Sasaki’s New Pitch Is

With the Los Angeles Dodgers planning to put Roki Sasaki back in their starting rotation this season, it was accompanied by a goal of having the right-hander develop a third pitch.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Dave Roberts Announces Reason for Kyle Tucker’s Removal From Dodgers Lineup

Unsurprisingly, the Los Angeles Dodgers' 2026 season is off to a great start. The back-to-back World Series champions are 6-2 through their first eight games, their lineup largely unchanged from last season save for one significant addition: right fielder Kyle Tucker.