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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 8

Mookie Betts Has Greater Appreciation For Will Smith

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have gotten healthier in recent weeks, they remain without Will Smith as he continues to deal with a neck injury. Smith’s absence has resulted in an extended opportunity for Dalton Rushing, who is going through the highs and lows as the Dodgers starting catcher.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 8

Dodgers 'Prepared to Pivot' if Shohei Ohtani Can't Pitch Friday vs Diamondbacks

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been weighing how to approach the final pitching start for two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani ahead of the All-Star break. Ohtani is coming off a minor biceps injury, and there was talk that the team could skip his final pitching appearance before the All-Star break.

Evan Phillips News / Dodger Blue / July 8

Evan Phillips ‘Really Good’ In 2026 Dodgers Debut

The Los Angeles Dodgers suffered a tough 4-3 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night after they blew a late lead, but there were still plenty of positives to take away from the game.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 8

Dodgers distancing themselves in the National League West

Even after Tuesday night’s loss to the Colorado Rockies, a game that rolled away on an errant throw to an empty base ended up in the dugout, the Dodgers still have performed quite well against National League West opponents this season.

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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.

Dave Roberts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 8

Dave Roberts Believes 3 Dodgers Were Snubbed From All-Star Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers had five players selected to the MLB All-Star Game, just one shy of the league-leading Philadelphia Phillies. However, manager Dave Roberts thinks multiple Dodgers were snubbed.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 8

Dodgers' Tyler Glasnow Lagging Well Behind Blake Snell in Return Timeline

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been without both starters, Tyler Glasnow (back) and Blake Snell (elbow) for a majority of the season. Glasnow opened the year in the starting rotation but was forced to leave a start early in May against the Houston Astros due to back spasms.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 8

Kyle Tucker doing something he’s never done amid brutal 1st Dodgers season

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed outfielder Kyle Tucker to a $240 million contract with hopes he would add yet another spark to their lineup. But thus far, that hasn’t been the case.

Justin Wrobleski News / Dodger Blue / July 8

Justin Wrobleski ‘Disappointed’ Over All-Star Snub

The Los Angeles Dodgers tied the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves with five initial selections to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, but their group of players heading to Citizens Bank Park currently does not include Justin Wrobleski.

Justin Wrobleski News / Larry Brown Sports / July 8

Dodgers star breaks silence on ‘frustrating’ All-Star Game snub

The MLB All-Star Game rosters have been set, and one of the biggest snubs is a Los Angeles Dodgers player. Starting pitcher Justin Wrobleski is not on the National League roster despite having a 10-2 record with a 2.69 ERA.

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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.

Dalton Rushing News / Dodger Blue / July 8

Dalton Rushing Not Worried About Jomboy Breakdowns Or Criticism

Well before Dalton Rushing took over starting duties behind the plate because of Will Smith’s neck injury, he was making headlines for reasons beyond emerging as a key contributor for the Los Angeles Dodgers this year.

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Mookie Betts News / Yardbarker / July 8

Mookie Betts to reach career symmetrical milestone with Dodgers

As a key part of the Dodgers roster, Betts will be looking to make a turnaround in the second half of this season.

Dave Roberts provides major update on Shohei Ohtani's Home Run Derby plans

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani wasted no time hitting his 300th home run

Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn joins Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in rare club after blowout win over Braves

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Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / July 8

Shohei Ohtani Makes MLB History With 300th Career Home Run

Shohei Ohtani gave the Los Angeles Dodgers an early lead on Tuesday night when he slugged a leadoff home run against Michael Lorenzen. Although the Dodgers lost to the Colorado Rockies after blowing a late lead, Ohtani made more MLB history with his long ball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 8

Dodgers Notes: Shohei Ohtani Makes History, LA Cuts Ties With Catcher, Eric Lauer Trade?

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Colorado Rockies, 4-3, on Tuesday night and fell to 60-33 on the year. Left-hander Justin Wrobleski had nine strikeouts across seven innings of work and surrendered just one earned run.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 8

Pesky Rockies go for rare series win at Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki will jump back into the hot seat Wednesday when he takes the mound in the finale of a three-game series against the visiting Colorado Rockies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 8

Recap: Multi-Error Inning Spoils Justin Wrobleski’s Start & Shohei Ohtani’s 300th Home Run

For the second consecutive game, the Los Angeles Dodgers blew a late lead against the Colorado Rockies. But instead of coming back to earn the win as they did on Monday, the Dodgers dropped the second game of the series.

Chuckie Robinson News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 8

Dodgers Outright Chuckie Robinson

The Dodgers sent catcher Chuckie Robinson outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. Los Angeles designated him for assignment yesterday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / July 7

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani wasted no time hitting his 300th home run

Shohei Ohtani did not waste any time in making history on Tuesday night.

Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn joins Ohtani in rare club after blowout win over Braves

Dave Roberts provides major update on Ohtani's Home Run Derby plans

Tyler Tolbert achieves MLB history twice as Royals beat Mets

Tigers wunderkind Kevin McGonigle makes history before All-Star break

Bryce Harper says he will compete in the Home Run Derby on one condition

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Dave Roberts News / Athlon Sports / July 7

MLB Facing Pressure From Dave Roberts After Disappointing Dodgers Decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers starting rotation looked to be one of the best on paper entering this season, with multiple All-Star arms and Cy Young finalists headlining the group.

Justin Wrobleski News / Field Level Media / July 7

Dodgers' Justin Wrobleski inspired ahead of clash vs. Rockies

Left-hander Justin Wrobleski has a big chip on his shoulder as he prepares to take the ball for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Tuesday night's home game against the Colorado Rockies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / July 6

Dodgers activate Evan Phillips, add Carlos Duran to bolster pitching staff

The MLB-leading Los Angeles Dodgers made a pair of pitching transactions on Monday to reinforce their staff. The Dodgers reinstated right-hander Evan Phillips while optioning right-hander Paul Gervase.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7

Dodgers announce four roster moves

The Dodgers announced a few roster moves before tonight’s series opener against the Rockies. As skipper Dave Roberts said last night, Evan Phillips is officially back from last year’s Tommy John surgery.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 6

MLB has an All-Star Game selection problem

MLB gives the entirety of its vote regarding the starting lineup to the fans, with no input from the media or players around the league on that part of the roster, making the process subject to manipulation.

Phillies' Bryce Harper won't be snub for the Midsummer Classic

Phillies' Bryce Harper needs to do one more 'big thing' before 2026 MLB Home Run Derby

Royals' Michael Wacha joins rare company with second All-Star selection