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Recap: Justin Wrobleski Leads Dodgers To Shutout & Series Win Vs. Cubs

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs finished off their three-game series with the rubber match on Sunday afternoon at Dodger Stadium. For the second straight game, Will Smith was out of the lineup due to back tightness.

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Dodgers keep starting rotation in order vs. Marlins

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers plan to start Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani, and Tyler Glasnow in that order for their three-game series against the Miami Marlins beginning Monday night at Dodger Stadium.

Alex Freeland News / Dodger Blue / April 26

Alex Freeland Had Patience With Swing Changes

Alex Freeland got off to a slow start in his first full season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but he seems to be turning a corner at the plate. Over his last five games dating back to April 19, the former third-round pick is hitting .375/.474/.500 with two doubles, three RBI and three walks in 19 plate appearances.

Will Smith News / Dodger Blue / April 26

Will Smith ‘Day-To-Day’ With Back Tightness

For the second straight day, Will Smith was out of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup against the Chicago Cubs due to back tightness. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Smith was expected to be in the lineup for the series finale after getting the day off in the Dodgers’ 12-4 win.

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MLB News / True Blue LA / April 26

Dodgers on Deck: Monday, April 27 vs. Marlins

The Dodgers continue their homestand by welcoming the Miami Marlins to town beginning Monday night at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Yoshinobu Yamamoto has five quality starts in five tries this season, with a 2.48 ERA and 3.63 xERA, but only has two wins, thanks to getting exactly one run of support in three of those starts.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 26

Dodgers Lineup vs Cubs: Will Smith Remains Out With Injury, Kyle Tucker Dropped Again

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs are getting set for a rubber match of their three-game series on Sunday. The Cubs took the series opener in come-from-behind fashion on Friday, while the Dodgers exploded for 12 runs in a dominant win on Saturday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 26

Dodgers finally pull out ‘unstoppable’ identity after slump

The Los Angeles Dodgers rediscovered their offensive identity Saturday night, defeating the Chicago Cubs 12-4 and snap Chicago’s 10-game winning streak.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 26

MLB Consulted Dodgers Before Making 'Shohei Ohtani Rules'

Seven years ago, Major League Baseball instituted a special "two-way player" designation. It effectively served as a carveout for Shohei Ohtani to pitch with minimal restrictions.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 26

This Day In Dodgers History: Vin Scully Receives Honorary Doctor Of Laws Degree From Pepperdine

On April 26, 2008, Los Angeles Dodgers legendary broadcaster Vin Scully delivered the commencement speech at Pepperdine University and received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree, the institution’s highest honor.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / April 26

Dodgers Encouraged By Changes To Roki Sasaki’s Splitter

The overall line score for Roki Sasaki in his start against the Chicago Cubs still left a lot to be desired, but the Los Angeles Dodgers saw his outing as a big step forward.

Eduardo Quintero News / True Blue LA / April 26

AJ Soldra, Eduardo Quintero have huge extra-base hit games

Two Dodgers minor league outfielders had monster games to highlight Saturday action on the farm. One day after hitting his first professional home run, Ontario outfielder AJ Soldra hit two more on Saturday in San Jose, and he tripled in a three-hit, three-RBI, three-run game.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 26

Dodgers, Cubs close series with potential pitching duel

A resurgent Los Angeles Dodgers' offense will take on the visiting Chicago Cubs in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon. The Dodgers snapped the Cubs' 10-game winning streak with a 12-4 win on Saturday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 26

Dodgers notes: Roki Sasaki, Rick Monday, Shohei Ohtani

Bringing a team on the verge of 11 consecutive victories to a screeching halt was the seemingly impossible task for a struggling Roki Sasaki on Saturday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 25

Down early, Dodgers prove too strong, end Cubs' 10-game win streak

Max Muncy hit a two-run home run and Andy Pages had three RBIs in the host Los Angeles Dodgers' 12-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. The Dodgers, who totaled 14 hits, snapped the Cubs' 10-game winning streak and took control of the game with a six-run fourth inning.

Max Muncy News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 25

Dodgers' Max Muncy Exits Saturday's Game vs Cubs in 4th Inning

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star third baseman Max Muncy has exited Saturday's game against the Chicago Cubs in the fourth inning after drawing a walk to load the bases.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Dave Roberts Announces Will Smith News After Removal From Dodgers Lineup

Will Smith has established himself as one of the best catchers in baseball over the past eight seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 31-year-old is a three-time All-Star and has continued to make an impact in October.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Pro Sports / April 25

'Come Out Of It And Hit' – Dave Roberts Drops Blunt Take On Kyle Tucker’s Offense

Kyle Tucker was the premier free agent of the past offseason but remained unsigned for most of the winter. Eventually, the Los Angeles Dodgers signed him to a four-year $240 million deal, making him the highest-paid player in the MLB.

Andy Pages News / Just Baseball / April 25

Andy Pages Just Might Be the Dodgers’ Next Homegrown Star

With the 2026 MLB season now in full swing, the Los Angeles Dodgers have gotten right back to business. The Dodgers are currently 17-8, tied for first place in the NL West with the San Diego Padres.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 24

Rival Exec Calls Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Advantage 'Most Lopsided' in Pro Sports

Should a player talented enough to pitch and hit regularly in Major League Baseball be given special dispensation from the league to do both as often as Shohei Ohtani does for the Los Angeles Dodgers?

Blake Snell News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Dodgers' Blake Snell Announces Giveaway Before Cubs Game

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell has yet to pitch this season due to left shoulder fatigue. The 33-year-old has been managing the issue since last October, when he helped the Dodgers secure their second straight World Series title.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing sparks more backlash with a controversial slide

Dalton Rushing is speedrunning his villain arc. The Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Rushing sparked more criticism during Thursday’s game against the rival San Francisco Giants.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

Dave Roberts reveals Dodgers lineup plan amid Kyle Tucker slump

Kyle Tucker, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ prized free agent signing, has not gotten off to a strong start to begin the 2026 MLB season. As of April 23, Tucker is batting just .233 with three home runs and 13 RBIs, and much more is to be expected after the Dodgers gave him a whopping four-year, $240 million deal.