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Clayton Kershaw Explains Decision To Join Team USA In 2026 World Baseball Classic

Clayton Kershaw officially retired after 18 seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but he will pitch at least one more time in a competitive setting. The left-hander was named to the Team USA roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, marking the first time he will participate in the event.

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Team Owners Will ‘Push’ For Salary Cap After Dodgers’ Signing Of Kyle Tucker

The Los Angeles Dodgers continued to flex their financial muscle by agreeing to terms with top free agent Kyle Tucker on a four-year, $240 million contract.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 23

Dodgers Make Final Decision on Change With Teoscar Hernández

The offseason has been an interesting, if not unsettling, one for Teoscar Hernández despite having just completed the first season of a multi-year contract.

Shohei Ohtani News / True Blue LA / January 23

Shohei Ohtani named MLB’s best player entering 2026

For the second consecutive year and for the fourth time since 2022, Shohei Ohtani was named as the best player in baseball by MLB Network entering the 2026 season.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 22

Where Shohei Ohtani and More Dodgers ranked on MLB Top 100 Players Right Now List for 2026 Season

MLB Network completed its ranking of the Top 100 Players Right Now for the 2026 season, which once again is led by Shohei Ohtani. Ohtani is accompanied on the list by seven of his Los Angeles Dodgers teammates: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Mookie Betts, Will Smith, Kyle Tucker, Freddie Freeman, Blake Snell and Edwin Díaz.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Shohei Ohtani News / Athlon Sports / January 22

MLB Announces Shohei Ohtani News After 2nd Dodgers Season

Shohei Ohtani could not have asked for a better second season with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2025. After missing the MLB playoffs in each of his six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels, Ohtani has now won back-to-back World Series titles with the Dodgers, most recently capturing a 4-3 victory over Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 22

What to Know About Kyle Tucker's Salary Being Less Than Shohei Ohtani's for 2026 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been on an unprecedented spending spree that started with signing Shohei Ohtani to a staggering 10-year, $700 million contract in December 2023.

Dave Roberts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 22

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts reveals what led to 2025 World Series saving decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers keep spending like crazy, including their recent move to get Kyle Tucker. However, manager Dave Roberts took a moment to look back and revealed what led to his 2025 World Series saving decision.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 22

Friedman: Dodgers Roster “Feels Pretty Set”

The Dodgers held a press conference yesterday to officially introduce recent signee Kyle Tucker. President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman spoke to the media and downplayed the possibility of anything else really notable happening in the remainder of the offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / January 22

Two Dodgers games televised by TBS in first half of 2026

The Dodgers will have two games televised nationally by TBS in the first half of the season, the network announced on Thursday. TBS televises games every Tuesday night throughout the regular season.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 22

Andy Pages Follows in Footsteps of Teoscar Hernández & Freddie Freeman for WBC

The Los Angeles Dodgers are poised to enjoy a more normal Spring Training this year after an accelerated schedule the past two seasons due to being part of Opening Day on international stages.

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Freddie Freeman News / True Blue LA / January 22

Freddie Freeman and the Sick Kids

For those who have forgotten, in early December, Canadian Ryan Reynolds posted his now-annual video announcing the yearly fundraiser for Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto, which ran until Christmas 2025.

Kyle Tucker News / Dodger Blue / January 22

Kyle Tucker Shares Reason For Signing With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers formally introduced Kyle Tucker on Wednesday after signing him to a four-year, $240 million contract that includes deferred salary and two opt-outs.

Mookie Betts News / Athlon Sports / January 22

MLB Makes Mookie Betts Announcement Ahead of 2026 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter the 2026 MLB season with an upgraded core after adding two premier free agents, outfielder Kyle Tucker and closer Edwin Diaz.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 22

How Former Dodgers Fared In 2026 Hall Of Fame Voting

Eight former Los Angeles Dodgers were on the ballot to be elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame’s class of 2025, but only Andruw Jones received the requisite number of votes.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 22

Kyle Tucker Tried 'Shot in the Dark' With Dave Roberts for Jersey Number

There were obvious answers as to why the Los Angeles Dodgers signed Kyle Tucker and which position he would play. But not as clear was what jersey number Tucker would wear with the Dodgers after signing a four-year, $240 million contract.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 22

This Day In Dodgers History: Justin Turner Day Established In Los Angeles

In recognition of the impact Justin Turner and his wife Kourtney made in the local community, the Los Angeles City Council in 2019 proclaimed January 22 as Justin Turner Day in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 22

Michael Siani Designated for Assignment by Dodgers

Michael Siani was designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Dodgers as a corresponding move to make room on their 40-man roster for Kyle Tucker. Siani became the second player to get DFA'd by the Dodgers in recent days, as Ryan Fitzgerald was as well when the team signed Andy Ibañez.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Sneakers on SI / January 22

The Air Jordan 1 Low 'Dodgers' Just Dropped Online

It is no secret that many MLB fans have a mix of jealousy and hatred for the Los Angeles Dodgers right now. The Dodgers' back-to-back World Series titles, combined with a ruthless front office, have caused a major stir in the sport.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 22

Tim Kurkjian points finger at Dodgers’ exorbitant spending for work stoppage prediction

There’s a ticking time bomb that the MLB is staring right at its face. With the current Collective Bargaining Agreement set to expire on December this year, the threat of a potential lockout looms large.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Tucker grab attention during an unbelievable Dodgers moment

It may be hard to believe for many, but Kyle Tucker is indeed now officially a member of the juggernaut Los Angeles Dodgers. On Wednesday, the Dodgers brandished their newest MVP-caliber weapon during an introductory news conference for Tucker at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif., to the delight of every LA baseball fan.

Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / January 22

'Raging' MLB owners sound ready for lockout after Dodgers, Kyle Tucker deal

Is a work stoppage in MLB inevitable at this point?

Mets still eyeing upgrades after signing Bo Bichette

Mets find outfield upgrade in late-night trade for Luis Robert Jr.

Phillies president on being unable to land Bo Bichette: 'It's a gut punch'

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Ryan Fitzgerald News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 20

Dodgers Outright Ryan Fitzgerald

The Dodgers sent infielder Ryan Fitzgerald outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City, according to the MLB.com transaction log. He cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week when they finalized their one-year deal with Andy Ibáñez.