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Jacob deGrom brushes off Shohei Ohtani shot, lifts Rangers past Dodgers

Jacob deGrom overcame allowing a leadoff homer to Shohei Ohtani by striking out nine batters, helping the visiting Texas Rangers record a 5-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday.

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Recap: Roki Sasaki, Bullpen Struggle With Walks In Dodgers’ Loss To Rangers

Roki Sasaki continued to deal with command issues and the Los Angeles Dodgers settled for a series win as they fell short of sweeping the Texas Rangers.

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MLB News / True Blue LA / April 12

Dodgers vs. Rangers game III chat

The Dodgers will look to get their second sweep at home as they wrap things up against the Texas Rangers on Sunday. Roki Sasaki makes his third start of the season against Jacob deGrom.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 12

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Sends Warning to Rest of MLB

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani had his worst pitching start of the season against the Toronto Blue Jays this past week. He wasn't sharp and struggled with his command, and yet, Ohtani completed six innings and was charged with just one unearned run.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 12

Edwin Díaz’s velocity is down, Dodgers say he’s day to day

LOS ANGELES — With a three-run lead in the ninth inning on Saturday night, the Dodgers opted not to use closer Edwin Díaz, whom they signed to a record-setting contract in December.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Dave Roberts’ Edwin Diaz Comments Leave Dodgers With Decision to Make

Dave Roberts has a decision to make in Los Angeles. After Diaz allowed three runs in the ninth inning Friday against the Texas Rangers to blow his first save as a Dodger, Roberts confirmed he kept the closer out of Saturday’s game entirely. “Just staying away from Diaz, he was down today,” Roberts said.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 12

Former Dodgers Infielder Dies at 76

Phil Garner, who played briefly in Los Angeles in one of his 16 major league seasons, died on Saturday. He was 76. Garner batted .190 (24-for-126) with two home runs and five stolen bases as a utility infielder for the Dodgers in 1987.

Blake Snell News / Dodger Blue / April 12

Blake Snell Apologizes For Expletives, But Encouraged After Pitching To Batters

Blake Snell began the 2026 season on the 15-day injured list because of left shoulder fatigue, but continues to make progress toward a return to the Los Angeles Dodgers rotation.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / April 12

Phil Garner, an All-Star infielder and manager who played one season with the Dodgers, passes away

Phil Garner, a three-time All-Star infielder and longtime manager in the big leagues who played one season with the Dodgers, passed away on Saturday. He was 76.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 12

Dodgers Lineup vs Rangers: Teoscar Hernandez Out, Will Smith Sitting

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to sweep the Texas Rangers on Sunday in the finale of their three-game series. The Dodgers won Friday's series opener behind a three-home run game from Max Muncy, including a walk-off blast.

Alex Vesia News / True Blue LA / April 12

Alex Vesia joins the Dodgers birthday saves club

Alex Vesia got the final out of Saturday night’s Dodgers win over the Texas Rangers, striking out the potential tying run at the plate to earn his first save of the season.

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This Day In Dodgers History: Dodger Stadium Rainout Of Padres Game

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw a series opener against the San Diego Padres postponed because of a rare rainout at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers and Padres were scheduled to begin a three-game series on April 12, 1976, but the home opener was washed away after a 75-minute delay.

Dalton Rushing News / Dodger Blue / April 12

Dalton Rushing ‘In A Better Spot Mentally’ With Backup Catcher Role

Although Dalton Rushing has only appeared in three games this season, he’s already produced more value for the Los Angeles Dodgers than he did in 53 games last year.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 12

'Efficient' Dodgers showing Rangers their pitching, hitting prowess

The National League-West leading Los Angeles Dodgers have 14 runs over two games against the visiting Texas Rangers and will try for a series sweep on Sunday afternoon.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 11

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shares latest Tommy Edman injury update

Tommy Edman has not yet made his 2026 season debut, as he’s bouncing back from surgery that repaired his right ankle injury. On Saturday, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shared an update regarding Edman’s recovery status.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernandez Makes Personal Decision Amid MLB Season

Teoscar Hernandez has fit right in with the Los Angeles Dodgers since joining ahead of the 2024 MLB season. He has opened his tenure with the organization by winning back-to-back World Series titles with hopes of three-peating in 2026, playing a crucial role in each championship run.

Grant Holman News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 11

Tigers Claim Grant Holman From Dodgers

The Tigers announced that right-hander Grant Holman was claimed off waivers from the Dodgers. Holman has been optioned to the Tigers’ Florida Coast League affiliate. To create room on Detroit’s 40-man roster, infielder Trey Sweeney was moved from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 10

Braves' Drake Baldwin may not have enough to dethrone Shohei Ohtani

Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin is off to a scorching hot start and is on pace to have a historic season. Still, it may not be enough to help Baldwin.

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Dodgers' Dave Roberts defends Shohei Ohtani's special treatment after backlash

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / April 10