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Pitching Plans for Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto to Finish Spring Training

Team Japan getting eliminated in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic meant Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto returned to Camelback Ranch at the start of the week to begin their final preparations for the regular season.

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Dodgers notes: Roki Sasaki, Blake Treinen, Yoshinobu Yamamoto

There was a hint of optimism after Roki Sasaki struck out nine Chicago White Sox hitters in a “game B” outing last week. After Tuesday’s performance, the struggles that Sasaki has experienced throughout most of spring have returned.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 18

This Day In Dodgers History: Famed Clown Emmett Kelly Not Re-Signed As Mascot

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw the team part ways with Emmett Kelly, the famed clown who had been hired by owner Walter O’Malley in 1957 to work as their mascot.

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Roki Sasaki News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 17

Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki reacts to latest rough spring training outing

Roki Sasaki’s struggles last season was one of the biggest stories of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 2025 regular season. Coming over from Japan, Sasaki was billed to be one of the best pitchers that Japan has produced in recent memory.

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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.

Clayton Kershaw News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 17

Clayton Kershaw reveals when he will return to Dodger Stadium

For the first time since 2009, Clayton Kershaw will not be a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers when they take the field for Opening Day. From the final

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Dodgers Facing Tyler Glasnow Decision After Shohei Ohtani News

The Los Angeles Dodgers feature one of MLB’s most talented rotations as the 2026 season approaches. While the team did not add any arms to the staff this past offseason, they did not need to.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 17

WBC & Dodgers at Royals game chat

Tuesday evening is for multi-tasking, with the World Baseball Classic championship game starting at 5 p.m. PT, followed by the Dodgers playing the Royals in Surprise one hour later.

Shohei Ohtani News / ESPN / March 17

Ohtani set for spring training pitching debut Wed.

Shohei Ohtani is scheduled to make his first pitching appearance in spring training on Wednesday for the Dodgers against the Giants.

MLB News / True Blue LA / March 17

Dodgers on Deck: Wednesday, March 18 vs. Giants

A National League West showdown is upon us on Wednesday afternoon, with the Dodgers back at Camelback Ranch to battle the San Francisco Giants. Shohei Ohtani will pitch in his first game this spring in this one, manager Dave Roberts told reporters at Camelback Ranch on Tuesday.

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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.

MLB News / True Blue LA / March 17

Dodgers at Royals spring training travel roster

The Dodgers on Tuesday night take on the Kansas City Royals in Surprise, playing their final road game of the Arizona portion of their spring training.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 17

Clayton Kershaw Explains Viewpoint on White House Visit

Details have not yet been finalized but the Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to visit the White House in 2026 for another celebration of their World Series title.

Shohei Ohtani News / True Blue LA / March 17

What to expect from Shohei Ohtani pitching in 2026

Shohei Ohtani is back in Dodgers camp after the World Baseball Classic, and will likely be back in the Dodgers lineup later this week. We’re also nearing the point when he will pitch in an actual game, after doing his pitching build-up this spring on the backfields and before games.

Hyeseong Kim News / Dodger Blue / March 17

Dodgers Looking For Hyeseong Kim To Get Swing Back In Sync

With Team Korea falling to the Dominican Republic in the 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, Hyeseong Kim rejoined the Los Angeles Dodgers for the final week of Spring Training.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 17

Dodgers Holding Forum To Improve On ABS Challenge System

One of the biggest additions to Major League Baseball will be implemented on a full-time basis this year, with the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system coming to the regular season.

Zyhir Hope News / Dodger Blue / March 17

Zyhir Hope Among 8 Players Dodgers Sent To Minor League Camp

The Los Angeles Dodgers made their third round of Spring Training roster cuts on Monday, sending eight players to Minor League camp. Paul Gervase and Michael Siani are on the team’s 40-man roster, so they were optioned.

Blake Snell News / Dodger Blue / March 17

Blake Snell Hopes To Return To Dodgers Before End Of April

Blake Snell is among the Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers making their way back from injury after he reported to Camelback Ranch behind schedule because of left shoulder trouble.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 17

Don Drysdale Being Celebrated by Local High School

Van Nuys High School is holding a dedication ceremony at 2:30 p.m. on Friday to recognize Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Famer Don Drysdale posthumously.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 17

Dodgers playoff hero Miguel Rojas falls victim to crazy mistake by reporter

Miguel Rojas must have gotten quite the scare when he woke up this morning. On Monday, the news broke that Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas had been suspended for 80 games by Major League Baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / March 16

Trio of Dodgers pitchers shelled in spring training outing vs. Brewers

Spring training games do not count in the standings or on the back of the baseball card. For a trio of Los Angeles Dodgers relievers, that is a good thing.

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Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / March 16

Shohei Ohtani ready to rejoin Dodgers rotation, could pitch this week

One spring training appearance is all the Los Angeles Dodgers have witnessed of Shohei Ohtani's ramp-up for the start of the regular season next week. Ohtani had one hit in three at-bats in the only game he played with the Dodgers this spring before joining Japan for the World Baseball Classic.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Field Level Media / March 16

World Series hero Yoshinobu Yamamoto to start Dodgers' opener

World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be the Opening Day starter when the Los Angeles Dodgers kick off the season against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on March 26.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / March 16

Report: Uniqlo buys naming rights at Dodger Stadium

For the first time since the ballpark opened in 1962, the Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly have sold the naming rights to their field at Dodger Stadium. The team has reached a deal with the Japanese fast-fashion retailer Uniqlo as the field's official presenting sponsor, The Athletic reported Sunday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / LWOSports.com / March 16

2026 Los Angeles Dodgers O/U: Why the Dodgers Will Hit The Over

Let’s get the easy part out of the way: yes, the 2025 Dodgers finished 12 games below their preseason over/under. Yes, they prioritize October over June.