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Recap: Shohei Ohtani Reaches Dodgers’ Career High In Loss To Marlins

Shohei Ohtani made his fifth pitching start of the season but it was the second time he did not also hit as the Los Angeles Dodgers look to manage his overall workload in 2026.

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Blake Snell News / True Blue LA / April 28

Blake Snell strikes out 6 in 3 scoreless innings in 2nd rehab start

Blake Snell had his way with Class-A hitters in his second minor league rehab start on Tuesday night. The Dodgers left-hander struck out six in three scoreless innings for Ontario against the Lake Elsinore Storm, a San Diego Padres affiliate.

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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.

MLB News / True Blue LA / April 28

Dodgers on Deck: Wednesday, April 29 vs. Marlins

The Dodgers finish off their stretch of 13 game days in a row with a rare weekday daytime start at Dodger Stadium, hosting the Miami Marlins on getaway day Wednesday in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 28

Dodgers trade for infielder Tyler Fitzgerald

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers are collecting as many Fitzgeralds as possible for their Triple-A Oklahoma City roster. On Tuesday they acquired infielder Tyler Fitzgerald from the Toronto Blue Jays for cash considerations.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 28

Dodgers Acquire Tyler Fitzgerald; Landon Knack Transferred To 60-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired utilityman Tyler Fitzgerald from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for cash considerations on Tuesday afternoon. To make room on the 40-man roster, Landon Knack was transferred to the 60-day injured list.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 28

Dave Roberts' value to Dodgers magnified by high-profile firings

As the Mets and Phillies are showing, talent alone cannot lead to success. It takes the right manager to guide the players and navigate the locker room.

Phillies make expected Rob Thomson decision

Phillies' Bryce Harper reacts to Rob Thomson firing

There's an obvious candidate to replace Rob Thomson with Phillies

Alex Cora already turned down an MLB manager job

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MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 28

17 MLB Execs Unanimously Pick Dodgers Over Padres as Best Team in NL West

The Los Angeles Dodgers' first game against the San Diego Padres is not until May 18. Through Monday, the two teams are separated by half a game in the National League West standings.

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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.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 28

Dodgers Lineup vs Marlins: Shohei Ohtani Out, Surprise Player Leading Off

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to win their series against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night after taking Monday's opener in walk-off fashion. The Dodgers trailed the Marlins, 4-2, entering the bottom of the ninth inning.

Andy Pages News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Fantasy Baseball 2026: Analyzing Andy Pages' Hot Start

To play winning fantasy baseball, fantasy managers must always be on the hunt for every possible statistical advantage. That means identifying players on the verge of breakout seasons, ideally before that breakout actually happens.

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Fernando Valenzuela News / Dodger Blue / April 28

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Sets MLB Record With 41 Consecutive Scoreless Innings

On April 28, 1985, Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela made baseball history by setting an MLB record with 41 consecutive scoreless innings to begin a season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 28

Jake Eder ‘Fired Up’ To Earn First Career Win With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to defeat the Miami Marlins in walk-off fashion on Monday night, which saw Jake Eder pick up his first career win. The left-hander needed just four pitches to complete a scoreless ninth inning.

Kyle Tucker News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 28

Why Kyle Tucker's Walk-Off Moment Really Matters for Dodgers After $240 Million Investment

Money was no object for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the offseason. The back-to-back World Series champions spent money like it was water, inking baseball's best available reliever, Edwin Díaz, to a three-year, $69 million deal, and top free agent of the winter, Kyle Tucker, to a four-year, $240 million deal.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / April 28

Dodgers Understand Shohei Ohtani’s Focus On Pitching Will Cut Into Offense

Shohei Ohtani is starting to heat up at the plate after somewhat struggling to begin the 2026 season. The four-time MVP has gone 6-for-11 with two doubles, one home run and two RBI over his last three games entering play Tuesday.

Freddie Freeman News / Dodger Blue / April 28

Dodgers Almost Needed Freddie Freeman To Play Third Base

The Los Angeles Dodgers completed their 11th comeback win and second walk-off of the season on Monday night thanks in part to Kyle Tucker having his first signature moment with the team.

Edwin Diaz News / Yardbarker / April 28