Los Angeles Dodgers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 26

2025 MLB Playoff Picture: Breaking Down Dodgers’ Roster for Postseason

Cruising to the top of the division doesn’t guarantee a smooth ride in October. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ roster reads like a greatest-hits collection on paper, but the reality is more like a mixtape with a few skips.

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

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki Predicted to Replace Tanner Scott as LA's Closer in Postseason

We're just days away from the first game of the Wild Card series, and the Dodgers have a closer emergency. Tanner Scott, who received a handsome four-year, $72 million contract over the offseason, has been a massive disappointment in his first year as a Dodger.

MLB News / True Blue LA / September 26

Dodgers can use Mariners series as reset

The Dodgers finally clinched the NL West on Thursday and celebrated in the Arizona away team clubhouse. Next stop Seattle, for the final series of the regular season.

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

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani One of MLB's Best Starting Pitchers, Says Andrew Friedman

Shohei Ohtani is on the brink of his first postseason in which he will both pitch and hit for the Dodgers. Much speculation has swirled around how the Dodgers will utilize Ohtani's elite pitching and hitting abilities.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / September 26

Dodgers Among NL Contenders Brewers Should Hope To Miss In Playoffs

The postseason is almost here. After this weekend, the regular season will be over, and the Wild Card Series in both the American League and National League will kick off on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 26

Bracket case: Dodgers fans once again raising money on face value

It all started as a joke between friends on Twitter. Makenna Martin, a senior in high school at the time, threw together a “hottest Dodger bracket”. She shared with friends, and it took on a life of its own.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 26

Dodgers Clinched The NL West. What’s Next?

The Los Angeles Dodgers are National League West champions for the fourth year in a row and 12th time in the past 13 seasons. Prior to their division-clinching shutout win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Dodgers had already punched their ticket for October baseball.

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

Dodgers Receive Shockingly Low Grade for 2025 Regular Season

ESPN's David Schoenfield gave the Los Angles Dodgers an underwhilming C+ grade for their performance in the regular season. Schoenfield stated the Dodgers

Dave Roberts News / EssentiallySports / September 26

Andrew Friedman Deemed Responsible for Dodgers’ 'Bullpen Losers' After Dave Roberts Forced Decision

If you think running a Major League bullpen is easy, try doing it while watching leads evaporate faster than morning coffee. The Dodgers have endured a season-long parade of late-inning chaos, forcing Dave Roberts to scramble for answers no sane manager should need.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 26

Ex-Mets GM Warns MLB Teams Against Underestimating Dodgers Despite Glaring Weakness

The Dodgers just secured their 12th NL West title in 13 years, a reign of control that only a few clubhouses in modern baseball can match. But with questions spiraling their insatiable offense and shaky bullpen, some supporters and analysts have begun to think about whether this version of Los Angeles is as terrifying as past powerhouses.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 26

This Day In Dodgers History: Mike Piazza Hits Longest Home Run At Coors Field

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw Mike Piazza hit what once held as the longest home run at Coors Field. Piazza’s blast on September 26, 1997, was hit off Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Darren Holmes and traveled 496 feet.

Freddie Freeman News / Dodger Blue / September 26

Freddie Freeman Highlights Dodgers’ Resiliency After Winning 12th NL West Title In Past 13 Seasons

Freddie Freeman has only known being a National League West division winner since signing a six-year, $127 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2022.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 26

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Says Only Yankees' Aaron Boone Can Relate to Him in MLB

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone both grew up in Southern California. They attended rival colleges in Los Angeles — Roberts went to UCLA, Boone to USC — and played opposite each other in the Pac-10 from 1992-94.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 26

Infamous Ex-Dodgers Star Slams YouTube Over Unexplained Drastic Move: 'This Should Not Happen'

“I’m probably one of the top 10 pitchers in the world right now.” That neither came from Tarik Skubal nor Paul Skenes. A few months ago, it was claimed by a former, controversial MLB player who is now active in Japan’s NPB.

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Dave Roberts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 26

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Doesn't Hold Back Regarding Rookie's Shortcomings

Dodgers infielder Hyeseong Kim isn't having the rookie season he imagined after joining Major League Baseball after reaching All-Star status in South Korea.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 26

Max Muncy: Dodgers’ 2025 NL West Title Feels ‘Sweeter’ Because Of Clayton Kershaw’s Retirement

For the second straight season the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the National League West much later than they’ve been accustomed to, but Max Muncy and the players celebrated nonetheless.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 26

Dodgers NL West Celebration: Will Ireton, Clayton Kershaw, Shohei Ohtani & More Highlights

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the National League West title for a 12th time in the past 13 seasons, which was accompanied by a muted on-field celebration before more raucous festivities in the visiting clubhouse at Chase Field.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 26

Dodgers size up red-hot Mariners in battle of West's best

It will be a battle of West Division champions when the Seattle Mariners close the regular season with a three-game series at home against the Los Angeles Dodgers beginning Friday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 26

Yoshinobu Yamamoto joins 1968 Bob Gibson in exclusive club with stellar season

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitching staff has battled injuries and ineffectiveness this season. But while the rotation is rounding into form in time for a playoff run, Yoshinobu Yamamoto has remained a constant for LA.

Dave Roberts News / EssentiallySports / September 26

Dave Roberts Issues Desperate Plea to Struggling Bullpen Amid Dodgers World Series Repeat Bid

Once again, for the fourth straight year, the Los Angeles Dodgers close out the season as NL West champions – 12th division title in 13 years. It took the reigning World Series winners a bit longer than many expected.

Clayton Kershaw News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 25

Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw is a vibe after winning NL West in final season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have once again claimed the National League West, their 12th division title in 13 seasons, with Thursday’s 8-0 blowout of the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / September 25

'Dynastic' Dodgers clinch 12th division title in last 13 years

Even in a year where they've 'underachieved', the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to roll right along.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 25

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber sets record in multi-homer game

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber did much more than just blast two mammoth home runs on Wednesday night. He did it while breaking an obscure MLB record in the process.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 24

Dodgers activate RHP Roki Sasaki, place RHP Kirby Yates on IL

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki from the 60-day injured list on Wednesday and plan to deploy him out of the bullpen over the final five games as an audition for a postseason spot.