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Edwin Diaz News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 29

Dodgers Cut Ties With Pitcher, Officially Activate Edwin Diaz on His Bobblehead Night

Sound the trumpets. The Los Angeles Dodgers have activated All-Star closer Edwin Díaz off the 60-day injured list, paving the way for him to make his long-awaited return to the mound just in time for his bobblehead night on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 29

Edwin Díaz back with Dodgers 3 months after elbow surgery

The Dodgers activated Edwin Díaz from the 60-day injured list on Wednesday as expected, getting their closer back in a bullpen suddenly in need of stability from its right-handed relievers.

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

Dodgers Lineup vs Mariners: Mookie Betts Dropped

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to even their series with the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night. The Dodgers dropped Tuesday's series opener, 7-6, in a back-and-forth game that featured a total of seven home runs — five of them coming from Seattle.

Salvador Perez News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'MLB ROY and MVP-winners' quiz

Will Smith News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 29

Dodgers Finally Get Good Will Smith News as Trade Deadline Looms

Catcher Will Smith, who has been missing from the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup for nearly two months, is finally showing signs of a return. Smith has been on the injured list since June 11 with a neck injury and disc inflammation that initially appeared to be relatively minor.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Justin Wrobleski News / Dodger Blue / July 29

Justin Wrobleski Made Dodgers History With Interleague Starts

Justin Wrobleski has been a revelation for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season after receiving his first full-time opportunity in the starting rotation.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal interest gets new update amid Shohei Ohtani concerns

The Los Angeles Dodgers might really be landing Detroit Tigers star Tarik Skubal at this year’s trade deadline. On Tuesday night, Shohei Ohtani and manager Dave Roberts said the two-way star is dealing with a biceps issue as well as a sore knee.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Viral Sports News / July 29

MLB Insider Predicts Surprise Dodgers Trade Deadline Move

The Los Angeles Dodgers remain a focal point of trade speculation as the Aug. 3 deadline approaches, with less than a week remaining for potential deals.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

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The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 29

This Day In Dodgers History: Tommy Lasorda Retires As Manager

On July 29, 1996, Tommy Lasorda announced his retirement as Los Angeles Dodgers manager at 68 years old. He was succeeded by former shortstop of the organization’s famed infield, Bill Russell, who remained interim manager for the rest of the season.

Tyler Glasnow News / Dodger Blue / July 29

Tyler Glasnow Making Progress Toward Starting Rehab Assignment

Tyler Glasnow has been sidelined for nearly three months due to lower back spasms, but continues to make progress toward returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers rotation.

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

MLB Insider Says Dodgers Targeting Surprise Upgrade at Trade Deadline

The Aug. 3 trade deadline is less than a week away, and the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to be at the center of rumors. Some rumors have discussed the team's interest level in going big-game hunting at the deadline, but for now, it seems as if Los Angeles will only look to make smaller depth moves.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / July 29

Shohei Ohtani Shut Down From Pitching In Part Due To Right Biceps Injury

Shohei Ohtani is out of the Los Angeles Dodgers rotation indefinitely due to multiple injuries, one that was previously known, and another issue that was revealed on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 29

Alex Freeland ‘Impressed’ Dave Roberts

The Los Angeles Dodgers welcomed back Enrique Hernández from the injured list on Tuesday and with that sent Alex Freeland to Triple-A Oklahoma City for a second time this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Viral Sports News / July 29

Dodgers Ruled Out as Trade Destination for One Superstar

The Los Angeles Dodgers are back-to-back World Series champions and are favorites to win a third straight this season, but that doesn’t mean they don’t need some help.

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz

How many of the players to hit at least three home runs in a single World Series can you name in seven minutes?

Will Smith News / Dodger Blue / July 29

Will Smith Resuming Baseball Activities In Development That Could Impact Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers are approaching two months since Will Smith was last in their lineup, and what’s been a perplexing process in trying to return from an inflamed disc in his neck now is on an upswing.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 29

Dodgers have a big edge to trade for Tarik Skubal

Can anyone stop the Dodgers if they decide to pursue Skubal?

Shohei Ohtani moves up multiple career lists with leadoff HR

Chilling audio reveals how Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter stole $200,000

Ken Rosenthal: Braves among five teams inquiring on Tarik Skubal

The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / July 28

Shohei Ohtani moves up multiple career lists with leadoff HR

No stranger to making history, Shohei Ohtani moved up multiple all-time lists with one swing of the bat on Tuesday night.

Chilling audio reveals how Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter stole $200,000

Dodgers could trade 1 All-Star ahead of the deadline

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is making the NL MVP race more competitive

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts reveals huge Will Smith injury recovery milestone

With the 2026 MLB trade deadline rapidly approaching, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Los Angeles Dodgers is the recovery timeline of Will Smith.

Blake Snell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Dodgers’ plan for Blake Snell in possible final rehab start

While the Los Angeles Dodgers are surrounded by rumors ahead of next Monday’s trade deadline, the team is also looking to get back key players such as pitcher Blake Snell.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 28

What I'm Hearing About the Dodgers Ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline

The August 3 MLB trade deadline is just six days away, and the Los Angeles Dodgers have the least amount of needs to fill. Be that as it may, the Dodgers have the best record in baseball at 67-39 and are aiming to win their third consecutive World Series title in 2026.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27