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On YouTubeLos Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 16
Dodgers spring training battles 
After a busy Dodgers offseason, we have a pretty idea of what their roster will eventually look like. But the active roster over the 186 days of a major league regular season is an ever-changing organism.
MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 16
Kyle Tucker 'Annoyed' Mets Owner Steve Cohen
The Los Angeles Dodgers enjoying yet another splashy offseason largely came at the expense of the New York Mets in free agency. It began when Edwin Díaz opted out of the remaining two years and $38 million of his contract.
Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / February 16
Andrew Friedman: Shohei Ohtani Increased Dodgers’ Willingness To Spend
When Shohei Ohtani signed his record-setting 10-year, $700 million with the Los Angeles Dodgers, he agreed to defer all but $2 million of his annual salary after the team promised they would use the savings to continue adding elite talent around him.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Manny Machado News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 16
Manny Machado Uses Expletive When Discussing Dodgers' Spending
Manny Machado and the Los Angeles Dodgers have a complicated past that includes plenty of tense moments, but the San Diego Padres superstar joined the Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper in speaking positively about the team.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Max Muncy News / True Blue LA / February 16
The many Dodgers contracts of Max Muncy
Since getting called up to the Dodgers in April 2018, Max Muncy has been a fixture in the Dodgers infield at three different positions, and has yet to reach free agency.
Evan Phillips News / Dodgers Insider / February 16
Spring Training 2026: Evan Phillips and the Dodgers are looking big picture
Good-natured Evan Phillips had his patience tested this offseason. After being non-tendered in November by the Dodgers, the right-handed reliever who is rehabbing from Tommy John surgery, said there was a hot period early, then a quiet period during the free agency process where he wasn’t hearing from potential suitors.
Anthony Banda News / Dodger Blue / February 16
Twins Sent $500,000 International Bonus Pool Money For Anthony Banda
The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed Ben Rortvedt off waivers earlier this month, which resulted in Anthony Banda getting designated for assignment to clear a spot on their 40-man roster.
Shohei Ohtani News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16
Shohei Ohtani reveals why he still wants his interpreter around
Expect Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter to be around the Los Angeles Dodgers star for the foreseeable future. Despite his noticeable improvement in his command of the English language, the Dodgers superstar still wants interpreter Will Ireton by his side, via Fredo Cervantes of The Sporting Tribune.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 16
Dodgers Spring Training Jersey Features New Design
The start of Spring Training each year is accompanied by a new design for on-field caps, which in 2026 further incorporates the Cactus League theme for the Los Angeles Dodgers and all other teams that hold camp in Arizona.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 16
Dodgers notes: Roki Sasaki, Evan Phillips, Manny Machado
After digesting that Ben Rortvedt will now join fellow former Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes, a non-roster invitee, in New York Mets spring training camp, here are more baseball stories to begin your week.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 15
Shohei Ohtani Grateful to Live in 'Two Different Worlds'
Already the subject of global headlines, Shohei Ohtani revealed groundbreaking news ahead of his first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers by announcing he was married.
Ben Rortvedt News / Dodger Blue / February 15
Ben Rortvedt Claimed By New York Mets
Ben Rortvedt has had an interesting few months since winning the 2025 World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was recently designated for assignment by the Dodgers for a second time since the end of last season, and he has once again been claimed.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Diamondbacks owner is willing to go 'all in' to compete with Dodgers
After losing the World Series to the Texas Rangers in 2023, the Diamondbacks have missed the playoffs for the past two seasons and took a further step back in 2025 due to injury.
Ben Rortvedt News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15
Mets Claim Ben Rortvedt Off Waivers From Dodgers
The Mets have claimed catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Dodgers, according to a report from Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Right-hander Dedniel Nunez was transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room for Rortvedt on the 40-man roster.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 15
Dave Roberts Shares How Shohei Ohtani Surprised Him the Most
Shohei Ohtani set a franchise record with 54 home runs and played through a torn labrum that was a result of a subluxation of his left shoulder in the 2024 World Series, and yet somehow managed to further impress in a second season with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Roki Sasaki News / Athlon Sports / February 15
Roki Sasaki 2026 Fantasy Outlook: Starter Role Confirmed – Breakout or Bust in LA Rotation?
The question of whether a player is a breakout candidate or a bust candidate is usually pretty clear. But when it comes to Roki Sasaki, the breakout/bust debate is clear as mud.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Dodger Blue / February 15
Yoshinobu Yamamoto In A ‘Better Spot’ Than Normal
Yoshinobu Yamamoto cemented himself in Los Angeles Dodgers lore for his heroic performance in the 2025 postseason that helped the team repeat as World Series champions.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Padres' Manny Machado doesn't hold back on feelings about Dodgers
The Dodgers are the big bad wolf in the National League, and the Padres are one of a handful of teams that can "compete" with them on a talent and financial level.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Just Baseball / February 15
Top 3 Los Angeles Dodgers Spring Training Storylines to Watch
The defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers don’t enter many springs with uncertainty. That’s the luxury of a roster built around stars like Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman, supplemented by aggressive offseason additions such as Kyle Tucker and Edwin Diaz.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Phillies' Bryce Harper is sick of the criticism Dodgers face
The Dodgers have faced criticism for how they’ve spent money and gone about their business.
Edwin Diaz News / Total Pro Sports / February 15
Edwin Diaz Fires Back At Comments From Mets Owner About 3x All-Star Signing For Dodgers
Edwin Diaz became one of the top free agents of the offseason after opting out of his contract with the New York Mets. He rejected their bid to re-sign him by choosing a slightly larger offer to join the Los Angeles Dodgers in December.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14
Dave Roberts reveals spring training plan for Dodgers pitcher returning from injury
Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol did not pitch in 2025 due to a shoulder injury. Graterol is expected to play a role in 2026 as the Dodgers look for a third consecutive championship, but LA is proceeding with caution in spring training.
Enrique Hernandez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 13
Enrique Hernandez breaks news about his future with Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been very busy ahead of MLB spring training. On Wednesday, the Dodgers re-signed pitcher Evan Phillips. Then, they gave Max Muncy a one-year extension on Thursday.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12
Big-spending Dodgers announce contract extension for Max Muncy
Muncy will go down as one of the best minor league pickups in recent memory.
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