Los Angeles Dodgers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dodgers Catcher Calls Out Roki Sasaki's Signature Pitch for Being 'Inconsistent'

Los Angeles Dodgers backup catcher Dalton Rushing was honest about Roki Sasaki's signature pitch, his forkball, during his most recent outing. “It’s just inconsistent,” Rushing said to Dylan Hernandez of the California Post.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Watch: Dave Roberts: ABS system keeps everyone in MLB accountable | Dan Patrick Show

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers Predicted to Land Star Japanese Slugger in Future Free Agent Move

Over the last few years, the Los Angeles Dodgers have fully transitioned into the villains of baseball. With the deep pockets that the Dodgers' front office has, Los Angeles has been able to put together a team full of superstar talent, and it should only keep growing from here.

Alex Vesia News / Dodger Blue / April 9

Alex Vesia Appreciated Support During ‘Hard’ Series In Toronto

While much of the focus with the Los Angeles Dodgers facing the Toronto Blue Jays this week centered around it being a World Series rematch, the three games also were an emotional reminder for Alex Vesia.

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers vs Rangers: Series Preview, Key Injuries, Bold Predictions for Games April 10-12

After a six-game road trip, the Los Angeles Dodgers are returning home to take on the Texas Rangers. Los Angeles seemed to find its offensive rhythm on the road, with the bats fully waking up over the stretch against the Washington Nationals and Toronto Blue Jays.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / April 9

Kyle Tucker Explains Dodgers Move That Reshaped MLB Free Agency

When the 2025 World Series ended with the Los Angeles Dodgers coming out on top over the Toronto Blue Jays, the conversation around the league quickly turned to free agency and the biggest superstar heading to the market at that time was four-time All-Star Kyle Tucker.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Dodgers release pitcher early in 2026 season

Undoubtedly, the Los Angeles Dodgers have a loaded pitching staff. Shohei Ohtani, Tyler Glasnow, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Blake Snell, to name a few. Unfortunately, right-hander Nick Nastrini isn’t going to be a part of it.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 9

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Reveals How He'll Navigate Dalton Rushing, Will Smith Dilemma

It seems like almost every season, the Los Angeles Dodgers have some prospect come onto the big league roster and make a major impact. It's a testament to the overall quality of the Dodgers' farm system and how this organization has built itself up for long-term success.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 9

What Really Happened With George Springer Asking About Shohei Ohtani’s Warmup Time

The Los Angeles Dodgers were unable to complete a sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday despite Shohei Ohtani turning in a second consecutive quality start.

Nick Nastrini News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9

Dodgers Release Nick Nastrini

The Dodgers have released Nick Nastrini, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. The right-hander made one appearance for the Tulsa Drillers, L.A.’s Double-A affiliate, earlier this season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / April 9

Mookie Betts’ Early Career Memories At Rogers Centre ‘Come Back The Most’

The Los Angeles Dodgers returned to the Rogers Centre this week for the first time since Game 7 of the 2025 World Series, but Mookie Betts’ nostalgia goes further back than the previous meeting against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani ties Ichiro Suzuki in MLB history with mind-blowing streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers are off to a great start, and Shohei Ohtani has been heating up as April continues. With his most recent achievement, he just tied

Josue De Paula News / True Blue LA / April 9

Dodgers minors: Josue De Paula hits first homer of 2026

The Tulsa Drillers were the only one of the four primary Dodger minor league teams to win a game on Wednesday. The Drillers delivered a massive slugfest with at least one run scored in each of the first six innings to hand the Springfield Cardinals their first loss of the season.