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'He Gets Special Consideration' – Craig Counsell Takes A Subtle Shot At Shohei Ohtani

'He Gets Special Consideration' – Craig Counsell Takes A Subtle Shot At Shohei Ohtani

Shohei Ohtani’s pitching prowess cannot go unnoticed. The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, often named as the “two-way” player, has proved to be a threat to many teams.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts drops Shohei Ohtani truth bomb after Craig Counsell comment

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts drops Shohei Ohtani truth bomb after Craig Counsell comment

The Los Angeles Dodgers remain at the center of a growing debate as superstar Shohei Ohtani’s unique role continues to draw attention across Major League Baseball.

MLB News / Dodgers Insider / April 21

A different-look Dodger lineup makes a splash in Colorado

The Dodgers earned a series split in Colorado thanks in large part to a different group. Dalton Rushing, Miguel Rojas and Alex Call took advantage of playing time with Freddie Freeman (paternity leave), Mookie Betts (injured list) and Kyle Tucker (day off) out of the lineup.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 21
Dodgers GM Makes Clear Roki Sasaki Statement After Edwin Diaz Injury

Dodgers GM Makes Clear Roki Sasaki Statement After Edwin Diaz Injury

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edin Diaz is expected to undergo elbow surgery on Wednesday, the team announced Monday. The star closer is expected to return in the second half of the regular season.

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 20
Dodgers belt 5 homers, escape Colorado with split

Dodgers belt 5 homers, escape Colorado with split

Max Muncy homered twice and finished with four hits, Dalton Rushing also went deep twice, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 12-3 in Denver on Monday night.

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

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 / True Blue LA / April 20

Bottom of the order flourishes in blowout Dodgers win

A dozen runs was more than enough with the way Justin Wrobleski pitched, but the Dodgers decided to err on the side of caution with one of their most complete offensive efforts of the year, running away with a 12-2 win in Colorado.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 20
Recap: Max Muncy, Miguel Rojas & Dalton Rushing Lead Dodgers Offense In Series Split

Recap: Max Muncy, Miguel Rojas & Dalton Rushing Lead Dodgers Offense In Series Split

After consecutive losses, the Los Angeles Dodgers looked to split the four-game series against the Colorado Rockies, but the day started poorly. Before the game, the Dodgers got news that Edwin Díaz needs right elbow surgery and will miss about three months of the season.

Miguel Rojas News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Dodgers Announce Miguel Rojas Milestone During Rockies Game

Dodgers Announce Miguel Rojas Milestone During Rockies Game

Milestones tend to hit differently when they arrive late in a career, and that was exactly the case for Miguel Rojas on Monday night. During their game with the Colorado Rockies, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced that Rojas had officially reached 1,000 career hits, a number that reflects far more than just longevity.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / April 20
Edwin Díaz Return Timeline Shakes Up Dodgers, NL West

Edwin Díaz Return Timeline Shakes Up Dodgers, NL West

The National League West certainly got a bit more interesting on Monday, but not in a positive way. The Los Angeles Dodgers didn't have many weaknesses entering the offseason after taking down the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series this past fall.

Mookie Betts News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Dodgers Announce Mookie Betts Injury Update After 13 Missed Games

Dodgers Announce Mookie Betts Injury Update After 13 Missed Games

The Los Angeles Dodgers have lost two straight games against the Colorado Rockies, but they still boast the best record in MLB. They sit at 15-6 and lead the National League West.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

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.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 20
Cubs Manager Randomly Calls Out Dodgers for Special Treatment With Shohei Ohtani Rule

Cubs Manager Randomly Calls Out Dodgers for Special Treatment With Shohei Ohtani Rule

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell expressed his displeasure with Major League Baseball's rule that allows the Los Angeles Dodgers to carry an extra pitcher on their roster with Shohei Ohtani's two-way designation.

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 The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz
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Edwin Diaz News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
Dodgers announce Edwin Diaz injury update

Dodgers announce Edwin Diaz injury update

The Los Angeles Dodgers are going to be without one star player for the foreseeable future. Closer Edwin Diaz, who signed a $69 million deal this offseason, is now out until the second half of the season as he will undergo surgery to remove loose bodies in his elbow.

Edwin Diaz News / Field Level Media / April 20
Dodgers RHP Edwin Diaz (elbow surgery) out till second half

Dodgers RHP Edwin Diaz (elbow surgery) out till second half

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz will undergo surgery on his pitching elbow Wednesday and is expected to be sidelined until the second half of the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / April 20
Dodgers bullpen built to sustain loss of Edwin Diaz

Dodgers bullpen built to sustain loss of Edwin Diaz

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ All-Star closer, who inked a three-year, $69-million free-agent deal back in December, is dealing with “loose bodies” in his right elbow.

Edwin Diaz injury underscores familiar hole in Dodgers' bullpen
Red Sox could avoid significant blow with Sonny Gray injury
The Twins' starting rotation takes a nasty blow with Mick Abel going down
MLB check-In: Shohei Ohtani nears history, Mets hits rock-bottom, Astros unravel
The 'Last World Series-winning manager by MLB team' quiz
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / April 20
3 Edwin Díaz Replacements for Dodgers After Surgery

3 Edwin Díaz Replacements for Dodgers After Surgery

The Los Angeles Dodgers took a significant hit on Monday. Superstar closer Edwin Díaz has appeared in seven games for Los Angeles after signing a three-year, $69 million deal with the organization this past offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 20
This Day In Dodgers History: Dodger Stadium Attendance Reaches 100 Million; Bud Selig Announces Takeover

This Day In Dodgers History: Dodger Stadium Attendance Reaches 100 Million; Bud Selig Announces Takeover

On April 20, 1999, the Los Angeles Dodgers earned a 3-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves in a game that was much more monumental for Dodger Stadium history.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / April 20
Edwin Diaz injury underscores familiar hole in Dodgers' bullpen

Edwin Diaz injury underscores familiar hole in Dodgers' bullpen

Edwin Diaz was supposed to be the answer for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the ninth inning. Instead, he will be sidelined for the foreseeable future.

Mets players make feelings on Carlos Mendoza clear amid losing streak
Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing could be forcing a roster dilemma
Red Sox could avoid significant blow with Sonny Gray injury
Garrett Crochet has a message for Red Sox fans amid troubling start
Twins' starting rotation takes nasty blow with Mick Abel going down
Jake Eder News / Dodger Blue / April 20
Edwin Díaz Placed On Injured List, Jake Eder Recalled

Edwin Díaz Placed On Injured List, Jake Eder Recalled

The Los Angeles Dodgers put Edwin Díaz on the injured list due to right elbow loose bodies and recalled Jake Eder from Triple-A Oklahoma City prior to Monday’s game against the Colorado Rockies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 20
Dodgers Lineup vs Rockies: Kyle Tucker Out, Dalton Rushing Starting

Dodgers Lineup vs Rockies: Kyle Tucker Out, Dalton Rushing Starting

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to salvage their four-game series against the Colorado Rockies with a split on Monday. The Dodgers took the series opener in dominant 7-1 fashion.

Ryan Ward News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 20
Dodgers' 28-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Named Top Trade Candidate Ahead of Deadline

Dodgers' 28-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Named Top Trade Candidate Ahead of Deadline

It was only one game, and Ryan Ward probably won’t get many more before he heads back to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Nonetheless, Ward did enough in his major league debut with the Dodgers on Sunday to improve his trade stock — which could mean more to the Dodgers’ front office than what the 28 year-old did in a 9-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / DodgersBeat / April 20
Dodgers Concerned as Edwin Díaz Shows Rust, Velocity Drop in Rockies Loss

Dodgers Concerned as Edwin Díaz Shows Rust, Velocity Drop in Rockies Loss

DENVER, CO—As we approach late April of the 2026 Major League Baseball season, there aren’t many concerns for the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 20
Dalton Rushing Wanted To Give Up Start For Ryan Ward

Dalton Rushing Wanted To Give Up Start For Ryan Ward

The Los Angeles Dodgers did some roster shuffling before their game against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, recalling Ryan Ward from Triple-A Oklahoma City as the corresponding move to Freddie Freeman going on the paternity list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / April 20
Dodgers Match Best Start Ever by Defending Champ Despite Injuries

Dodgers Match Best Start Ever by Defending Champ Despite Injuries

One thing that certainly shouldn't shock any Major League Baseball fan around the league is the fact that the Los Angeles Dodgers have been able to find success throughout the 2026 campaign so far, despite a multitude of injuries that have popped up.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / April 19
Dodgers put 1B Freddie Freeman on paternity list, call up OF Ryan Ward

Dodgers put 1B Freddie Freeman on paternity list, call up OF Ryan Ward

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed first baseman Freddie Freeman on the paternity list Sunday and called up outfielder Ryan Ward to the major leagues for the first time after seven minor league seasons.

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