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Blake Snell makes first road start in Coors

In a meeting of two pitchers who began their careers in the AL East, Blake Snell leads the Dodgers against Tomoyuki Sugano and the Rockies. This visit to Coors Field comes at an opportune time for a struggling offense, having just lost three out of four against the Brewers at home.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 17

Dave Roberts Says Edwin Diaz Could Lose Dodgers Closer Role Amid Struggles

The Los Angeles Dodgers envisioned having a shutdown closer for the bullpen when they signed star Edwin Diaz to a three-year, $69 million contract over the offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17

Ex-player says Dodgers are finally having World Series ‘hangover’ amid recent struggles

The Los Angeles Dodgers are just 5-11 in their last 16 games. The Dodgers lost three of four to the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend, and manager Dave Roberts issued an urgent callout for the team.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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Justin Wrobleski News / Dodger Blue / August 17

Dodgers ‘Not Concerned’ By Justin Wrobleski’s Forearm Inflammation

Justin Wrobleski became the latest Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher to land on the 15-day injured list on Sunday due to left forearm inflammation. While forearm injuries are always worrisome to hear and often a precursor to Tommy John surgery, that doesn’t appear to be the case for Wrobleski.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Will Smith News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 17

Dodgers' Will Smith Won't Be Back Until September as Long Recovery Continues

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star catcher Will Smith has been out since early June as he battles an ongoing neck injury. Smith is on the 60-day injured list, and has seen multiple setbacks during his recovery process.

Tarik Skubal News / Dodger Blue / August 17

Tarik Skubal Frustrated By Not Pitching To ‘Standard’

Tarik Skubal turned in another quality start on Sunday, but it wasn’t enough to help the Los Angeles Dodgers win their season series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 17

Dodgers Week 21: Not good enough

The Dodgers technically had a winning week, but did so in such underwhelming fashion thanks to an offense that hasn’t pulled its weight for nearly two months.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 17

Dodgers Announce Starting Pitchers for Must-Win Series vs Rockies

The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Colorado Rockies for three games beginning Monday. After losing three of four to the Milwaukee Brewers at home, the Dodgers find themselves on the cusp of missing out on the first-round bye given to the top two seeds in each league.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / August 17

Dodgers Hope To Get Shohei Ohtani ‘Dominating On Both Sides’ With Recovery Plan

The Los Angeles Dodgers face a challenging balancing act in regard to Shohei Ohtani’s workload and ongoing condition of his left knee injury. The two-way superstar had already been taken out of the starting rotation indefinitely when he was not in the lineup July 30 because of soreness in the ailing knee.

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Blake Snell News / Field Level Media / August 17

Blake Snell, Dodgers can't look past improving Rockies

The Los Angeles Dodgers are battling for the top record in the National League while the Colorado Rockies are fighting to avoid another 100-loss season.

Kyle Tucker News / Trade Talk Sports / August 17

It’s Getting Ugly for Kyle Tucker in Los Angeles

Kyle Tucker’s first season as a Los Angeles Dodger hasn’t gone well from the start, and it just doesn’t seem to be getting any better. That reared its ugly head in the ninth inning of Sunday’s loss to the Milwaukee Brewers when Tucker couldn’t handle a fly ball near the wall in right field and was subsequently booed by the Dodgers’ home crowd.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / August 17

Dave Roberts Not Seeing ‘Consistent Plan Of Attack’ From Dodgers Offense

If there was ever a time to panic for the Los Angeles Dodgers, they may have reached that point. The Dodgers’ offense has been an issue for roughly 10 weeks now, and it correlates with opposing teams throwing them more fastballs.

Kyle Tucker News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17

Dodgers fans rain Kyle Tucker with boos after his botched play

Kyle Tucker’s approval rating among Los Angeles Dodgers fans somehow dropped even lower after Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The Dodgers were trying to keep the score close in the top of the 9th inning, trailing the visitors 4-1 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / August 17

'This Unfortunately Happens': Dodgers Analyst Gives Reality Check on Embarrassing Streak Concerning Starters

Twelve. That’s the number of Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers who are off the mound due to injury. The rotation was supposed to be one of the franchise’s biggest strengths.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 16

Dodgers news: Tarik Skubal gets 100% real about not living up to standards

When the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers in the biggest blockbuster trade prior to the deadline, MLB fans panicked. After all, the Dodgers were already in a good enough position to contend for their third consecutive World Series title even without trading for Skubal.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Hoops Wire / August 16

Mark Walter investigation takes another turn after Lakers sale

The federal investigation surrounding Mark Walter’s business empire is getting more specific. According to The Wall Street Journal, prosecutors and the Securities and Exchange Commission have narrowed their focus to four entities that allegedly served as intermediaries between insurance companies Walter controlled and businesses connected to him.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / August 16

Fans boo Dodgers' Kyle Tucker amid defensive mishap, offensive struggles

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a Kyle Tucker problem on their hands that they need to address as the $240 million man's season is continuing to take a downward tumble.

Jake Bauers, Logan Henderson star as Brewers take series with Dodgers

Dodgers Place Justin Wrobleski On Injured List

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Justin Wrobleski News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 16

Dodgers Place Justin Wrobleski On Injured List

The Dodgers announced this afternoon that they are placing left-hander Justin Wrobleski on the injured list with left forearm inflammation. Right-hander Kyle Hurt is being recalled in a corresponding active roster move.

Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / August 16

Tarik Skubal tries again for first win with Dodgers, this time against Brewers

Tarik Skubal might still be looking for his favorite coffee shop in Los Angeles, but the Dodgers' newcomer also will search for some improvement from the mound when he faces the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday afternoon.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / August 15

Dodgers optimistic about Shohei Ohtani's return to mound

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani took a big step on Friday toward returning to game action on the mound. He threw a 34-pitch bullpen session using his full mix of pitches.

Shohei Ohtani News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Dodgers’ plan for Shohei Ohtani to pitch is revealed

The Los Angeles Dodgers are not ruling out a Shohei Ohtani return to the mound before the end of the regular season. Ohtani has gone more than a month without taking the mound for the Dodgers due to lingering injuries to his knee and bicep.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14