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Bryce Harper ‘Loves’ That Dodgers Run Their Team ‘The Right Way’

With the current collective bargaining agreement set to expire after this season, the players and the owners are drawing their lines in the sand when it comes to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ current business model.

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Max Muncy Reveals Specific Detail From Workouts That Could Prove Key

Max Muncy is heading into the 2026 season as the longest-tenured player in the Los Angeles Dodgers clubhouse and fresh off signing a new contract extension.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 21

Dodgers notes: Josue De Paula, Andrew Friedman, Kyle Tucker

Josue De Paula is the highest-ranked Dodgers prospect on average and a consensus top-25 prospect in the sport heading into 2026. After playing the last week of last season with Double-A Tulsa, De Paula is one step closer to the majors and won’t turn 21 until May.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Pro Sports / February 21

'Incredibly Lazy' – Andrew Friedman Slams Critics Over The Dodgers Ruining Baseball

Having arguably the largest fanbase in the MLB right now, the Los Angeles Dodgers used their financial might to hoard some of the biggest superstars of the game within their clubhouse over the past few years.

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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?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / February 21

Analyzing a New Lineup Change for the Dodgers

The saying goes, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” The Los Angeles Dodgers have won back-to-back World Series, so they will run it back the way they got there, right?

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

MLB News / True Blue LA / February 21

Dodgers on Deck: Saturday, February 21 at Angels

The first game of the spring for the Dodgers is finally here on Saturday afternoon, with a bus ride to Tempe to face the Angels at Diablo Stadium. Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets the start for the Cactus League lid-lifter (hat tip to Bill Plunkett), making what will be his only start before leaving next week to join Japan for the World Baseball Classic.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Andrew Friedman shuts down Kyle Tucker’s passion for baseball concerns

The Los Angeles Dodgers are heading into the 2026 season on top. They are the two-time defending World Series champions. Also, they signed free-agent slugger Kyle Tucker to a $240 million contract.

Blake Snell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Dodgers beat writer provides in-depth look at Blake Snell’s potential injury timeline

For the second consecutive spring training, the Los Angeles Dodgers enter the exhibition season as defending champions. The Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games to capture their ninth world championship.

Tyler Glasnow News / Dodgers Insider / February 20

2026 Spring Training: The Dodgers ready for the Cactus League opener; Glasnow’s growth praised

The training in Spring Training now is deemphasized as we shift to Cactus League games for the Dodgers on Saturday. The Dodgers will play the Angels in their Cactus League opener in Tempe, Arizona.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s World Series performance draws honest Dave Roberts take

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a spring training game on Saturday against the Los Angeles Angels, as the club prepares for the 2026 season. However, with a new year of baseball on the horizon, manager Dave Roberts just can’t get over Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s performance in the 2025 World Series.

Freddie Freeman News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Andrew Friedman's Freddie Freeman Message After Dodgers Retirement Decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a roster full of superstars, yet one player continues to stand out above the rest. That player is first basemanFreddie Freeman, who is preparing for his fifth season in Los Angeles after signing a six‑year, 162 million dollar contract in March 2022.

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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

Mookie Betts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Dodgers’ Mookie Betts reveals key to success in 2026: ‘Proof is in the pudding’

To say Mookie Betts’ 2025 season with the Los Angeles Dodgers didn’t go as planned would be a massive understatement. Entering the season with sky-high

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Latest Dodgers-Shohei Ohtani update suggests he could have best two-way season yet

With the Los Angeles Dodgers signing Kyle Tucker and Edwin Diaz to further improve their star-studded team, one player who will continue to reach new heights, no one has seen before his two-way sensation, Shohei Ohtani.

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MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 20

Will Dodgers Fans Have to Deal With Padres Stars Defeating Team Japan in WBC?

Rosters for the 2026 World Baseball Classic feature a record 78 MLB All-Stars and are headlined by Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge, Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal combining to make tournament history as reigning Baseball Writers' Association of America award winners participating.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Dodgers’ Max Muncy makes ‘weird’ admission about Clayton Kershaw’s retirement

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up for another championship run in 2026. However, spring training feels a bit different for LA this year, as future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw retired after last season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 20

Dave Roberts: Mookie Betts ‘Will Be In The MVP Conversation’

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their division with a 93-69 record and eventually the World Series despite sub-par offensive production from Mookie Betts. Betts has been one of the Dodgers’ most important offensive pieces since joining the organization in 2020, but did not have the same level of production in 2025.

Dalton Rushing News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 20

Dodgers Set Goals for Dalton Rushing as Backup Catcher

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a surprising change last year by parting with Austin Barnes, their longest-tenured position player, in order to promote then-top prospect Dalton Rushing from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 20

Dave Roberts: Blake Treinen Has ‘A Lot In The Tank’ For Dodgers

Blake Treinen is among the Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers looking to bounce back after enduring a difficult 2025 season. Treinen missed more than three months because of right forearm tightness and was never able to find much of a rhythm after returning in late July.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 20

How the Los Angeles Dodgers are Actually Building Their 2026 Roster

The Los Angeles Dodgers didn't have many needs during the offseason but they aggressively adressed those by signing the two best players who were available in Edwin Díaz and Kyle Tucker.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 20

What Andrew Friedman Doesn't 'Understand' With Dodgers Ruining Baseball Narrative

Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman has repeatedly shared a goal of wanting to establish what will be regarded as the "golden era" of the storied franchise.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / February 20

Dodgers Looking for Their Sixth Man in 2026

Spring training is underway for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the starting rotation is making news. Manager Dave Roberts has already said that the Dodgers will use a six-man rotation, at least through April.

Freddie Freeman News / Larry Brown Sports / February 20

Freddie Freeman reveals where he wants to finish his career

In 2022, the Los Angeles Dodgers inked Freddie Freeman to a six-year, $162 million deal. Since then, Freeman has made the National League All-Star team every season in LA and was named the World Series MVP in 2024.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19

Dodgers, Yency Almonte Agree To Minor League Deal

The Dodgers are bringing right-handed reliever Yency Almonte back on a minor league contract, The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya reports. The Rosenhaus Sports client will presumably be in big league camp.

Freddie Freeman News / Athlon Sports / February 18

Freddie Freeman Makes Personal Announcement

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for a run at a third straight World Series title, and first basemanFreddie Freeman remains one of the most reliable anchors in their pursuit.