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Dave Roberts Sees Will Smith Missing Pitches He Normally Hits

The Los Angeles Dodgers are still trying to get their feet under themselves on offense, with Will Smith in particular mired in his own slump in the batter’s box.

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Dodgers pitching turnover was high during 13-game stretch

After an incredibly stable stretch of 13 game days in a row in April, the Dodgers just completed a much more chaotic 13-day span with pitching turnover more than every other day.

Max Muncy News / Dodgers Insider / May 21

Dodger Insider magazine: Off topic with Max Muncy

Editor’s note: This feature appeared in Dodger Insider magazine. Baseball takes up a majority of the calendar year. Spring Training begins in February, Opening Day is late March and the postseason can reach November.

Tommy Edman News / Dodger Blue / May 21

Dodgers Expect Tommy Edman To Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been without Tommy Edman all season, but could see their projected starting second baseman return in the near future. The 31-year-old has been dealing with lingering right ankle soreness, but was seen running the bases at Petco Park on Monday and is expected to begin a rehab assignment next week.

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 21

Dodgers Predicted to Land Astros Slugger in Blockbuster Trade Deadline Swing

The Los Angeles Dodgers have again gotten off to a good start to the 2026 season, but the front office could still look to improve the team summer. Los Angeles has tried to build out the roster over the winter, rather than paying premium prices at the trade deadline.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Mookie Betts News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Dodgers' Mookie Betts Makes Career Announcement

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts has cemented himself as one of the faces of baseball. His play on the field speaks for itself. He is a former MVP, an eight-time All-Star, seven-time Silver Slugger and six-time Gold Glove Award winner.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 21

Andrew Friedman Addresses Dodgers' Trade Deadline Plans Amid Pitcher Injuries

The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again dealing with multiple key injuries to members of the pitching staff. This has become almost a yearly occurrence for the team, and the team will yet again navigate it this season.

Teoscar Hernandez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Dodgers star Teoscar Hernandez’s admission after defeating Padres is a warning for opponents

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Diego Padres by a final score of 4-0 on Wednesday. Teoscar Hernandez played a crucial role in the victory, as he crushed a home run late in the game to give LA an insurance run.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 21

Dave Roberts Keeping An Eye On Shohei Ohtani’s Health

Shohei Ohtani had his best start as a two-way player this season, throwing five scoreless innings and hitting a home run while leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a victory over the San Diego Padres.

Shohei Ohtani News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Shohei Ohtani’s Cy Young Case Has One Major Obstacle

Shohei Ohtani continued to make his case clear last night, not only for his fourth straight MVP, but for his first Cy Young Award. Ohtani began last night's game for the Los Angeles Dodgers in a way that surprises no one anymore.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 21

Dodgers Holding Second Hello Kitty Night On Aug. 12

The Los Angeles Dodgers are holding a second Hello Kitty Night of the 2026 season on Wednesday, Aug. 12., when they host the Kansas City Royals in the finale of a three-game series at Dodger Stadium.

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Freddie Freeman News / True Blue LA / May 21

Freddie Freeman now top 30 all-time in doubles

Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman doubled in each of his first two at-bats in Wednesday’s win over the San Diego Padres, finishing off a productive series at Petco Park.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 21

Why Aren't Dodgers Calling Up Top Pitching Prospect Amid Rash of Injuries?

The Los Angeles Dodgers' 2026 season has told a similar tale from the previous two, where the pitching staff has been decimated by injuries. The ongoing trend, while concerning, opens the door for young talent within the Dodgers farm system to get opportunities in the big leagues.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 21

Report: Angels 'seriously' discussed major Shohei Ohtani trade in 2023

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani is arguably the greatest baseball player of all time.

Angels' Mike Trout speaks out amid growing trade speculation

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Could this shocking team upset the Dodgers’ pursuit of 3rd consecutive World Series?

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been the gold standard of Major League Baseball, capturing back-to-back World Series titles and positioning themselves as heavy favorites to three-peat in 2026.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 21

Dodgers vs. Brewers Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 22

Dodgers vs Brewers: The Los Angeles Dodgers will start a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers this weekend after an off day for both teams. Game 1 starts on Friday evening at American Family Field.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / May 21

Shohei Ohtani’s latest home run makes MLB history

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed some uncertainty over how Shohei Ohtani would handle a return to his full two-way role during a pitching start against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / May 21

Kenta Maeda Part Of Dave Roberts’ Favorite Memory Vs. Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres completed their first series of the 2026 season at Petco Park, which amounted to first three of 13 total head-to-head games on the schedule.

Trevor Bauer News / Total Apex Sports / May 21

Trevor Bauer Involved In Terrifying Car Accident

There are baseball stories, and then there are “wait…what?” baseball stories. Trevor Bauer has made a career out of living somewhere between those two lanes, and Wednesday’s frightening car crash in Arizona felt ripped straight from a sports documentary nobody would believe if it weren’t real.

Edwin Diaz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Dodgers extend eye-popping bullpen streak without Edwin Diaz’s help

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue proving why they remain one of baseball’s deepest contenders. Even without Edwin Diaz available, the Dodgers’ bullpen has become one of the club’s greatest strengths during an important stretch in the National League West race.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / May 20

Shohei Ohtani's recent hot streak shows offensive concerns were overblown

Set to pitch and hit in the same game for the first time in over a month on Wednesday night, Ohtani now has an opportunity to quiet his doubters even more.

Will Ohtani ever be the best at both at the same time?

Pete Crow-Armstrong gives up a ridiculous Little League home run

Grant Taylor's success proves he could be White Sox's closer

Mets duo explain what went wrong on inside-the-park grand slam

Ketel Marte had the coldest celebration of the season after his walk-off homer

Max Muncy News / Just Baseball / May 20

Max Muncy’s Bat Is Somehow Getting Even More Powerful

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been a dominant force in the NL West for a number of years now. Despite the considerable resources at their disposal, the