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Emmet Sheehan has Plan to Remain in Position for Dodgers' Opening Day Rotation

Emmet Sheehan went into Spring Training with what appeared to be an inside track for the sixth starter's spot in the Los Angeles Dodgers' Opening Day rotation.

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Clayton Kershaw ‘At Peace’ With Retirement

Clayton Kershaw capped off his illustrious career by helping the Los Angeles Dodgers become baseball’s first champion in 25 years. The left-hander made two appearances out of the bullpen during the playoffs and had a signature moment in Game 3 of the World Series, when he helped the team escape a bases-loaded jam in the 12th inning.

Roki Sasaki News / Total Pro Sports / March 5

Los Angeles Dodgers Could Prioritize $820,000 Pitcher Over Roki Sasaki

The rotation picture for the Los Angeles Dodgers is mostly clear, at least at the top. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, and two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani are locked into the Opening Day group.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / March 5

Mookie Betts Reworked Swing From Ground Up

Mookie Betts is coming off a down season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but all signs point to the four-time World Series champion having a bounce-back year.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Fernando Valenzuela News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 5

Fernando Valenzuela Jr. Honored Before Team Mexico Exhibition Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a wrinkle in their Spring Training schedule on Wednesday as they faced Team Mexico in an exhibition game that did not count toward the Cactus League standings.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Dalton Rushing News / True Blue LA / March 5

Dodgers links – who rounds out the Dodgers’ rotation, Rushing’s future

One thing that has been a constant for the last few seasons is how deep the Dodgers’ pitching staff is to start Spring Training. Another thing that has been a constant is a few weeks into the season, there are inevitably issues and/or injuries and the Dodgers need to pivot from their original plan.

Tommy Edman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4

Dodgers’ silver lining from Tommy Edman’s nagging injury amid 3-peat quest

The injury bug does not discriminate. It bites every club during and tends to dash even the most optimistic expectations. While the Los Angeles Dodgers will miss super-utility man Tommy Edman to start the season, they will also receive an opportunity to test their depth while he recovers from right ankle surgery.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4

Cody Bellinger defends Dodgers’ spending amid controversy

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been scrutinized heavily over the last few years for one reason: their spending habits. Using what seems to be a bottomless wallet, the Dodgers have routinely signed big-name free agents every offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 4

Brock Stewart Appreciated Shohei Ohtani's First Message

The Los Angeles Dodgers turned to familiarity last year in their search for a right-handed relief pitcher by acquiring Brock Stewart from the Minnesota Twins at the trade deadline.

Fernando Valenzuela News / Dodgers Insider / March 4

Spring Training 2026: Memories of Valenzuela are a big part of Dodgers-Mexico exhibition

The commemorative black patch and number 34 created after his passing during the 2024 postseason no longer adorns the current Dodger uniforms. But there are enough memories of Fernando Valenzuela’s legacy to ensure the pitching legend will never be forgotten.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / March 4

Dodgers' Kiké Hernandez Announces Personal News Amid Spring Training

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to make another trip to the World Series in 2026, hoping to three‑peat as champions. This offseason, they added multiple All‑Stars in free agency, including outfielder Kyle Tucker and closer Edwin Diaz, while also bringing back two trusted veterans: infielder Miguel Rojas and utility man Kiké Hernandez.

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 4

Andy Pages, Dalton Rushing shine, Dodgers top Mexico

Included in the Dodgers’ 7-5 win over Mexico in Wednesday’s exhibition at Camelback Ranch were a few performances that can’t help but be viewed with an eye toward the regular season.

Roki Sasaki News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4

Ex-player reveals ‘simple fix’ to help Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki amid spring training struggles

With opening day mere weeks away, Los Angeles Dodgers fans are growing increasingly concerned with the play of Roki Sasaki, the second-year Japanese pitcher who hasn’t exactly looked like the fifth starter Dave Roberts was hoping for coming off another World Series win.

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Tommy Edman News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 4

What Progress Tommy Edman has Made Since Ankle Surgery

Tommy Edman underwent surgery during the offseason after multiple years of playing through right ankle trouble. "We just repaired the ligament, just like you would with any other ligament.

Max Muncy News / Athlon Sports / March 4

Dodgers' Max Muncy Status Update Emerges Amid Spring Training

The Los Angeles Dodgers have routinely acquired some of the league’s best players through MLB free agency and trades with other organizations. However, one of their most important pieces over the past decade was once available to anyone, that player being third baseman Max Muncy.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 4

Dodgers Executive Leaves Organization for New Opportunity

Ties between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Lakers have continued to grow since Mark Walter purchased a majority stake in the historic NBA franchise from Jeanie Buss.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 4

Dodgers vs. Mexico game chat

The Dodgers take a break from Cactus League action to host Team Mexico on Wednesday. It’s one of 15 games across Arizona and Florida on Wednesday with a World Baseball Classic team tuning up by playing a major league team.

Gavin Stone News / Dodger Blue / March 4

Gavin Stone’s Shoulder Has No Structural Damage

The Los Angeles Dodgers were expecting to welcome back Gavin Stone this year after he missed the entire 2025 season while recovering from a complex right shoulder surgery that repaired his labrum, rotator cuff and capsule.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 4

Dave Roberts Expects Roki Sasaki To Be Part Of Dodgers’ Opening Day Starting Rotation

After struggling in his 2026 Cactus League debut last week, Roki Sasaki turned in another uneven outing for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. The right-hander did not record any outs in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians, allowing two hits and walking three.

Jack Suwinski News / Dodger Blue / March 4

Jack Suwinski Clears Waivers & Sent Outright To Triple-A Oklahoma City

The Los Angeles Dodgers sent Jack Suwinski outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City after he cleared waivers. The Dodgers claimed Suwinski off waivers last month after he was designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates as the corresponding move to add Marcell Ozuna to their 40-man roster.