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Dodgers out to end uneven trip with series win vs. Astros

For the third time in his six starts on the mound this season, and a second consecutive start, Dodgers right-hander Shohei Ohtani did not serve as the designated hitter atop the batting order.

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Watch Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani humiliate Jose Altuve with nasty strikeout

Shohei Ohtani delivered another electric moment Tuesday night, even as the Los Angeles Dodgers fell 2–1 to the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. The Dodgers’ superstar kept his team within reach behind a strong outing, but one strikeout against Jose Altuve quickly became the lasting image of the matchup.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 5

Recap: Shohei Ohtani’s Streak Snapped, Dodgers Offense Again Goes Quiet

One night after the Los Angeles Dodgers put together an improved offensive effort, they endured more struggles in a one-run loss to the Houston Astros that snapped their modest winning streak at two games.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas shares eye-opening claim on Shohei Ohtani’s pitching

Coming off of three-straight MVPs and becoming the first player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season, there isn’t much left Shohei Ohtani has to prove.

MLB News / True Blue LA / May 5

Dodgers on Deck: Wednesday, May 6 at Astros

The Dodgers conclude their road trip with a daytime start against the Houston Astros on Wednesday at Daikin Park. This will be the third consecutive daytime getaway day start for Tyler Glasnow, who led the Dodgers in strikeouts (47) and innings (38 2/3) through the end of April.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 5

Kiké Hernández starts rehab with Triple-A Oklahoma City

Triple-A Oklahoma City has been a busy place for Dodgers on the mend for the past few weeks, with rehab assignments piling up over the last few days. Utility man Kiké Hernández is the latest to work his way back with the Comets, starting a rehab assignment on Tuesday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

What Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has learned about Shohei Ohtani during offensive struggles

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to navigate Shohei Ohtani’s offensive woes early this May, and manager Dave Roberts offered insight Tuesday into what he has learned about the superstar during his struggles at the plate amid the club’s current three-game series with the Houston Astros.

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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.

Justin Wrobleski News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 5

Dodgers’ Justin Wrobleski Achieves Rare Feat Not Seen in 35 Years

With all the star power coming from the starting rotation this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers couldn't have imagined that left-hander Justin Wrobleski would be one of the team's better arms.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / May 5

Dodgers Dreamteam takes the field at STEM Field Day

During an overcast morning in Compton, more than 500 students stepped onto the field at Gonzales Park for a unique experience to be ball players and problem-solvers on the diamond.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 5

Dodgers Officially Release Former Top International Prospect

Kinn Omosako, formerly a highly regarded pitching prospect out of Brazil, was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday according to his official transactions page.

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Dodgers Lineup vs Astros: Shohei Ohtani and Hyeseong Kim Out

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to win another series as they take on the Houston Astros on Tuesday at Daikin Park. The Dodgers won Monday's series opener, 8-3, as their offense finally broke out for seven runs across the game's first three innings.

Patrick Copen News / True Blue LA / May 5

Patrick Copen wins Texas League pitcher of month for April

Dodgers minor league right-hander Patrick Copen had a strong 2025 season, and started his 2026 season on a heater. On Tuesday, Copen was named Texas League pitcher of the month for April after a strong start for Double-A Tulsa.

Dontrelle Willis News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

The team Dontrelle Willis has ahead of Dodgers in NL right now

The National League is off to a blazing hot start to begin the 2026 season. Eight teams have winning records through May 4, and the entire NL Central is above .500.

Kyle Tucker News / Dodger Blue / May 5

Kyle Tucker Downplays Boos From Astros Fans

The Los Angeles Dodgers visiting the Houston Astros this week represents a homecoming for Kyle Tucker, who played seven seasons with the organization prior to being traded to the Chicago Cubs in December 2024.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 5

This Day In Dodgers History: Tommy Lasorda’s First Start & Hired By Team USA; MLB Record Tied

On May 5, 1955, Tommy Lasoria made his first Major League start for the Brooklyn Dodgers, but the southpaw tied a record he would have preferred to avoid.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / HITC / May 5

Snoop Dogg brings Dodgers stars Ohtani and Yamamoto into concert spotlight

Snoop Dogg has turned another Los Angeles sports reference into a cultural moment after wearing a custom Dodgers shirt featuring Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto during a recent performance.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 5

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Reverses Course on Shohei Ohtani Decision for Tuesday's Game

Heading into the Los Angeles Dodgers' series against the Houston Astros, manager Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani would return to his two-way ways. Ohtani, who's taking the mound on Tuesday night at Daikin Park, was also going to be the Dodgers' designated hitter.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 5

Dodgers make big Shohei Ohtani decision ahead of Astros matchup

Ohtani has been an NL Cy Young candidate this season, posting a 2-1 record with a ridiculous 0.60 ERA and 0.87 WHIP with 34 strikeouts.

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Feeling 'revitalization,' Dodgers eager for continued production on offense vs. Astros

After amassing only 11 runs in the previous five games and going six games without a home run, their longest drought since July 2014, the Los Angeles Dodgers' offense finally broke out on Monday.

Tommy Edman News / Dodger Blue / May 5

Tommy Edman Recovering On ‘Slower Program’

Tommy Edman has dealt with right ankle trouble for much of the time since he was acquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline in 2024. Edman was on the 10-day injured list at the time of the three-team trade between the Dodgers, Chicago White Sox and St.