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Dodgers Signing Has Long-Term Potential to Be Next Adrián Beltré or Carlos Santana

The Los Angeles Dodgers are hoping shortstop Ezequiel Melbourne is their next great international signing out of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, following the trend Adrian Beltre and Carlos Santana started decades earlier, before truly becoming stars elsewhere.

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Dodgers Great Clayton Kershaw Headed to World Baseball Classic

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw may have hung up his Major-League uniform, but he hasn’t seen the last of a mound yet. The first ballot Hall of Famer will don the uniform of his country, and pitch in the World Baseball Classic for the United States, according to Katie Woo of The Athletic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15

Clayton Kershaw had a blunt take on potentially facing Shohei Ohtani in WBC

The final out of the 2023 World Baseball Classic was Shohei Ohtani striking out Mike Trout to give Team Japan the win. Trout and Ohtani were then teammates

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Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / January 15

Dodgers international signing period headlined by Rubel Arias, Ezequiel Melbourne

Last year the Dodgers international signing period was dominated by the signing for Roki Sasaki, the pitching sensation from Japan who signed for $6.5 million and started his career in the major leagues.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 15

This Day In Dodgers History: Andruw Jones Placed On Waivers; Matt Kemp Agrees To 2-Year Contract Extension

On Jan. 15, 2009, the Los Angeles Dodgers placed Andruw Jones on waivers after he agreed to defer the majority of the $21.1 million still owed to him, marking the end of a disastrous 13-month stint with the organization.

Clayton Kershaw News / Field Level Media / January 15

Clayton Kershaw to represent Team USA in World Baseball Classic

Clayton Kershaw is returning to the mound after all. Months removed from announcing his retirement from Major League Baseball, Kershaw will represent the United States in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

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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.

Clayton Kershaw News / Dodger Blue / January 15

Clayton Kershaw Joins Team USA Roster For 2026 World Baseball Classic

Clayton Kershaw is already coming out of retirement as he was named to the Team USA roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. It’s going to mark Kershaw’s first time participating in the tournament after a failed attempt in 2023.

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Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / January 15

Shohei Ohtani Stars In New Beats Campaign

Beats by Dr. Dre (“Beats”) unveiled a new marketing campaign that features Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, one of the brand’s ambassadors.

Clayton Kershaw News / Yardbarker / January 15

Future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw looks to cap off his career by playing for Team USA

Coming off his second World Series in back-to-back seasons and third overall (2020), Kershaw put together a career that solidified him as one of the best pitchers ever.

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Clayton Kershaw News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15

Clayton Kershaw to suit up for Team USA after MLB retirement

Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw is retiring from the MLB, but he isn’t done playing baseball just yet. The 11-time All-Star decided that he will participate in the 2026 World Baseball Classic and suit up for Team USA.

Brock Stewart News / Dodger Blue / January 15

Brock Stewart Believes Added Velocity Played A Part In Injury Troubles

The Los Angeles Dodgers didn’t get to see much of Brock Stewart after acquiring him at the 2025 trade deadline from the Minnesota Twins. The right-hander made four appearances before a landing on the injured list with right shoulder trouble.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 15

Clayton Kershaw Credits Andrew Friedman & Brandon Gomes For Building ‘Trust’

Andrew Friedman’s arrival as the Los Angeles Dodgers’ president of baseball operations in 2014 marked a turning point for the organization. Friedman has restructured the day-to-day operations of the front office in accordance with his philosophy.

Shohei Ohtani News / True Blue LA / January 15

Dodgers notes: Shohei Ohtani, 2026 projections, rotation strength

On Wednesday, Beats unveiled a new ad campaign with Shohei Ohtani, characterizing him as literally larger than life. “Los Angeles is a city of energy, culture, and ambition,” Ohtani said in a press release.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Pro Sports / January 15

MLB Rumors: Dodgers Could Pull Off the Ultimate Short-Term Deal with Kyle Tucker

Kyle Tucker, the most valuable free agent of this offseason, still remains on the open market. It’s just over a month remaining until the start of spring training, and Tucker is yet to sign.

Mookie Betts News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Dodgers' Mookie Betts Announces Off-Field News on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts wrapped up his sixth season with the organization on top, extending his lead among all active players with his fourth World Series ring.

Ryan Fitzgerald News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 13

Dodgers Designate Ryan Fitzgerald For Assignment

The Dodgers announced that they have designated infielder/outfielder Ryan Fitzgerald for assignment. That’s the corresponding 40-man move to make their signing of infielder Andy Ibáñez official.

MLB News / Just Baseball / January 13

How Can the Dodgers ‘Dunk’ Off the Backboard in Free Agency?

Earlier this week, The Athletic senior baseball writer and Fox Major League Baseball on-field reporter Ken Rosenthal said this about the Dodgers’ front office free-agent philosophy: “They’re a team, as their own people say, that likes to hang around the backboard,” Rosenthal said.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / January 12

Dodgers React to MLB Retirement News

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off two consecutive World Series titles over the past two seasons. They have won the National League West each of the past four years and 12 of the past 13 seasons.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 12

Dodgers-Brewers 2-For-1 Mock Trade Brings All-Star Pitcher To Los Angeles

The Milwaukee Brewers are in a tough spot as the offseason rolls on. They have one of the better rosters in the league, but their ace, Freddy Peralta, is on an expiring contract.

Freddie Freeman News / Total Pro Sports / January 12

Why Did Freddie Freeman Step Back From the World Baseball Classic?

Freddie Freeman doesn’t back away from the limelight often, especially not from something that means as much to him as the World Baseball Classic. So when his name disappeared from Team Canada’s 2026 plans, it raised questions across the baseball world like there’s no tomorrow. To clarify, this was no passion or pride moment.