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Andrew Friedman had Emotional Outburst During Dodgers' World Series Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays played what many have deemed one of the best World Series in MLB history. The Dodgers were a heavy favorite heading into the matchup despite the Blue Jays finishing the regular season with a better record.

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Dodgers president drops truth bomb on team’s starting pitching

Despite the constant winning of the Los Angeles Dodgers, it looks like next season will be no different due to the additions the team has made, plus how good the ball club already is.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / January 30

Dodgers rotation will take a village to get through season, like always

Part of the spring training ritual is figuring out which pitchers are a little behind the curve, and who might not be ready for the start of the season.

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How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Blake Snell News / Dodger Blue / January 30

Dodgers Exercising Patience With Blake Snell Due To 2025 Shoulder Injury

Blake Snell played a key role in the Los Angeles Dodgers repeating as World Series champions in 2025, but he was also limited to just 61.1 innings during the season due to left shoulder inflammation.

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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.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 30

Clayton Kershaw, Joey Votto and Anthony Rizzo Becoming Teammates Off the Field: Report

Clayton Kershaw retired after his 18th season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but is going to have a relatively active schedule this year. That begins in February as Kershaw will join other Team USA players in Spring Training camp to prepare for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 30

2026 Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour: Blake Snell & Landon Knack Visit Aquarium Of The Pacific

The Los Angeles Dodgers are holding their annual community tour this week, which culminates with DodgerFest on Saturday as the unofficial kickoff to the new season.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / January 30

Dodgers Sign River Ryan’s Brother Ryder Ryan To Minor League Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Ryder Ryan, the brother of River Ryan, to a Minor League contract with an invite to Spring Training. Ryan last pitched at the MLB level for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2024 while throwing in 15 games, and before that he spent a year with the Seattle Mariners in 2023, but appeared in just one game.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 30

7 Dodgers’ prospects make 2026 top 100 rankings

With just a few months before the start of the 2026 MLB season, the Top 100 prospect rankings have been released. Every year, major outlets like ESPN, The Athletic, and MLB.com release their own ranking of the best young players in the league.

Max Muncy News / Dodger Blue / January 30

Max Muncy: Dodgers Teammates Only Recently Began Baseball Activities

The Los Angeles Dodgers became the first team in 25 years to repeat as World Series champions after outlasting the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games. With the Dodgers going the distance for a second consecutive year, it guaranteed another shortened offseason.

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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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 30

Does Cashman really believe Yankees could beat Dodgers in 2026 World Series?

Does Brian Cashman really believe Yankees could beat Dodgers in 2026 World Series?

On Thursday, Bob Klapisch of NJ Advance Media reached out to Cashman and asked a question that's on the minds of many baseball fans in the New York area this winter: Does Cashman really believe the Yankees could win a World Series matchup versus the Los Angeles Dodgers this coming October?

Brian Cashman offers defiant response to criticisms of Yankees' offseason

Yankees add intriguing bullpen option in trade with Rockies

Yankees potentially bringing back Paul Goldschmidt could help alleviate known issue with their lineup

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

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Blake Snell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 30

Dodgers rumors: Blake Snell uncertain to be ready for Opening Day

During the 2024 playoffs, the Los Angeles Dodgers compensated for their starting pitching weaknesses by leaning on their bullpen. Conversely, last postseason, they did their best to mask glaring blemishes in their relief unit by relying heavily on their loaded rotation.

Mookie Betts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 29

MLB Top-10 Shortstops Right Now 2026: Mookie Betts Ranked in Same Spot

The Los Angeles Dodgers were represented by Mookie Betts on the list of MLB Top-10 Shortstops Right Now heading into the 2026 season. The players were

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / January 29

Observations about the Dodgers Top Prospects

One of the reasons the Los Angeles Dodgers have been a juggernaut the last several years is their tremendous depth. As a result, they have won back-to-back World Series.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 29

Los Angeles Dodgers Sign Ryder Ryan: Report

The Los Angeles Dodgers are just over two weeks away from the start of Spring Training, and while plenty of attention has gone to the signings of Edwin Díaz and Kyle Tucker, the front office has methodically looked to fill out organizational depth as well.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29

Mets Sign Austin Barnes To Minor League Deal

The Mets announced that they have signed catcher Austin Barnes and right-hander Craig Kimbrel to minor league deals with invitations to major league springing training.

Miguel Rojas News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 29

Miguel Rojas Couldn't Clear Hurdle for World Baseball Classic: Report

Miguel Rojas joined a growing list of Los Angeles Dodgers who aren't going to be part of the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Rojas made the announcement through an Instagram story.