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Dalton Rushing And Will Klein Undergo Right Elbow Surgeries

Hours after Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman announced Shohei Ohtani was not going to require surgery during the offseason, the team revealed Dalton Rushing and Will Klein had respective operations.

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Dalton Rushing has elbow surgery, not expected to catch until 2nd half of 2027

The elbow injury that wiped out Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing’s final two months of the regular season and left him watching in October proved even costlier than previously expected.

Shohei Ohtani News / The Forkball / October 22

Dodgers Expect Shohei Ohtani to Pitch Again in 2027

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani will not require offseason surgery for the injuries that disrupted his 2026 campaign, and the team expects him to return to pitching next season.

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Shohei Ohtani News / EssentiallySports / October 22

'Pull Him Off': Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Dilemma Takes a Stunning Turn as Analyst Calls for Trade Consideration

Shohei Ohtani will not need offseason surgery and is expected to pitch again in 2027. Dodgers president Andrew Friedman confirmed the news after the Dodgers’ season ended against Milwaukee.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Tommy Edman News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21

Friedman: Dodgers Offseason “Business As Usual”

The Dodgers’ bid for a three-peat ended in decisive fashion, as they were swept by the Brewers one year after handing Milwaukee that same fate in the NLCS.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / October 21

'This is unprecedented': Dodgers provide Shohei Ohtani pitching update

When Ohtani has been healthy enough to take the mound, he has been one of the best right-handed pitchers in baseball and looked like he was putting together a Cy Young-caliber season in 2026.

Dalton Rushing to undergo elbow surgery

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / October 21

The Dodgers enter offseason mode with an objective: Get back in title position

A week after falling short of a historic World Series championship three-peat, the Dodgers are still processing, while also looking ahead to 2027. Dodgers Baseball Operations leadership Andrew Friedman and Brandon Gomes spoke about it on Wednesday.

Alex Call News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 21

Dodgers Predicted to Cut Ties With Veteran Outfielder This Offseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an offseason full of various moves to make, free agents to sign and the necessary tweaks to get back to the World Series. A prediction was recently made regarding one of the many potential moves they can make to do so, and with a roster that has such little room for error, it leaves a few odd men out.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

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Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / October 21

Surgery 'not on table' for Shohei Ohtani, expected to pitch next year

Although the Los Angeles Dodgers' bid for a three-peat ended last week with a sweep by the Milwaukee Brewers, superstar Shohei Ohtani is expected to avoid offseason surgery and resume pitching next season.

Dalton Rushing News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21

Dalton Rushing To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing will undergo elbow surgery today, reports Maddie Lee of the L.A. Times. He’s expected to undergo an internal brace procedure to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / October 21

Shohei Ohtani Will Not Undergo Offseason Surgery

Shohei Ohtani dealt with numerous injuries throughout the season, which affected both his availability to pitch and his ability to hit for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Josue De Paula News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 21

Dodgers Have Clear Plan for Josue De Paula Amid Questions About His 2027 Role

The Los Angeles Dodgers need to find a position for their top prospect, Josue De Paula. After showcasing his potential as a hitter during a late-season call-up, it would surprise no one if the 21-year-old forced his way into the Dodgers' lineup in 2027.

Tarik Skubal News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

1 National League team has been named a ‘dark horse’ for Tarik Skubal

There is almost no question that star pitcher Tarik Skubal will get a massive payday this summer. The only question is which team gives Skubal the money.

James Tibbs News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Dodgers Prospect Wins Award in Potential Final Minor-League Season

James Tibbs III earned another distinction in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization after being named the Oklahoma City Comets’ Player of the Year following a historic Triple-A campaign.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 21

2 trades Dodgers must make after disappointing NLCS loss to Brewers

The Los Angeles Dodgers need to turn their NLCS disappointment into a more balanced roster for 2027. The Milwaukee Brewers ended their three-peat pursuit with a four-game sweep, leaving Los Angeles to prepare for another championship chase.

Alex Vesia News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 21

Dodgers Impending Free Agent Wants to Return in 2027

The Los Angeles Dodgers fell short of their ultimate goal in the postseason as the focus now shifts to a longer offseason than usual. On the bright side, that means the front office doesn't have to rush as they decide which free agents to potentially bring back.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 21

Enrique Hernández Delivers Potential Goodbye To Dodgers Fans

The Los Angeles Dodgers face a pivotal offseason after falling short of their ultimate goal to three-peat. One of the decisions the team will need to make is regarding Enrique Hernández’s future.

Alex Vesia News / EssentiallySports / October 20

'Hardest Year of My Career': Dodgers’ Star Could Leave Team After 6 Years Amid ‘Personal Battles’

Alex Vesia has been a dependable arm in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ bullpen for six years, but his future with the team is now uncertain. The left-handed reliever returned to the mound after the heartbreaking loss of his newborn daughter, a personal tragedy that made an already demanding season even harder.

Tarik Skubal News / Baseball Now / October 19