Los Angeles Dodgers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

Shohei Ohtani looks 'fantastic' as Dodgers shift into high gear

Phillies' Bryce Harper is sick of the criticism Dodgers face

Padres' Manny Machado doesn't hold back on feelings about Dodgers

The 'World Series Champions' quiz

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.

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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?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

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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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

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.

Anthony Banda News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 15

Dodgers' Message for Anthony Banda After Trade to Twins

The Los Angeles Dodgers removed multiple players from their 40-man roster throughout the offseason, which included a decision to designate Anthony Banda for assignment as a corresponding move to claiming Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / February 15

Shohei Ohtani Prioritizing Health Over Winning Cy Young Award

Shohei Ohtani is entering his first full season with the Los Angeles Dodgers as a two-way player after returning to the mound last June from a second career Tommy John surgery.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15

Padres' Machado doesn't hold back on feelings about Dodgers

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.

Padres' Manny Machado praises team's Saturday signings

Shohei Ohtani looks 'fantastic' as Dodgers shift into high gear

Nick Castellanos quickly lands with new team after Phillies release

The 'Famous MLB families' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 15

Dodgers & MLB history of going for 3 in a row

The Dodgers are in rarefied air in their long franchise history going into 2026, having won consecutive championships for the first time. What’s next on the checklist is trying to become the fifth MLB team to win at least three World Series in a row.

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.

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The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl winning coaches' quiz

The 'Super Bowl winning QBs' quiz

Clayton Kershaw News / Dodger Blue / February 15

Andrew Friedman Makes Pitch For Clayton Kershaw To Work With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers will soon begin their first season in the post-Clayton Kershaw Era, but hope his absence from the building won’t last forever. President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman offered Kershaw a role in the Dodgers front office last year, but he politely declined it in favor of spending more time with his family.

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.

Bryce Harper was caught off guard by Dave Dombrowski's comments

Shohei Ohtani looks 'fantastic' as Dodgers shift into high gear

Nick Castellanos quickly lands with new team after Phillies release

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Brusdar Graterol News / Dodger Blue / February 15

Dodgers Slow-Playing Brusdar Graterol In Return From Shoulder Surgery

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking for their bullpen to rebound in 2026, and they have several relievers who should be able to help and were not with the team in 2025.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / ESPN / February 15

Lapsed fan guide: Dodgers rule, offseason moves, trades, more

Everything you need to know about the 2026 season for the fan who has been away and is looking to dive back in.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 15

Dodgers notes: Edwin Díaz, Brusdar Graterol, Yoshinobu Yamamoto

It’s here! It’s finally here! The Dodgers will be playing baseball in less than a week’s time. As the team begins to regroup at Camelback Ranch, old faces and new alike make their way into the clubhouse, and among the new faces to the Dodgers is Edwin Díaz.

Edwin Diaz News / Total Pro Sports / February 15