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Roki Sasaki: ‘I Have To Do The Things I Need To Work On’

Roki Sasaki turned in another inconsistent start as the Los Angeles Dodgers dropped a second consecutive game to the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. Despite Coors Field being a notoriously difficult ballpark to pitch in, the right-hander initially found success against the Rockies.

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Dodgers' 28-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Named Top Trade Candidate Ahead of Deadline

It was only one game, and Ryan Ward probably won’t get many more before he heads back to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Nonetheless, Ward did enough in his major league debut with the Dodgers on Sunday to improve his trade stock — which could mean more to the Dodgers’ front office than what the 28 year-old did in a 9-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 20

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Loses Record to Japanese Star Munetaka Murakami

There were doubts about Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami after he was posted by his NPB team in the offseason. While many thought he would the next Japanese-born player to shake up the big leagues, his free agency process told another story.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / April 20

Dave Roberts Has Remaining Concern With Edwin Díaz

The Los Angeles Dodgers dropped a second consecutive game to the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, which saw Edwin Díaz make his first appearance since April 10.

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 20

Dodgers vs. Rockies Game 4: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 20

Dodgers vs. Rockies: The Los Angeles Dodgers will conclude the four-game series on the road against the Colorado Rockies. Game 4 will get underway at Coors Field on Monday evening.

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 20

Dalton Rushing Wanted To Give Up Start For Ryan Ward

The Los Angeles Dodgers did some roster shuffling before their game against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, recalling Ryan Ward from Triple-A Oklahoma City as the corresponding move to Freddie Freeman going on the paternity list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 20

Justin Wrobleski Learned To ‘Keep It Simple’ From Clayton Kershaw

Justin Wrobleski’s start against the New York Mets wasn’t overly flashy in terms of strikeouts, but it didn’t make it any less dominant. The left-hander completed eight shutout innings for the Los Angeles Dodgers, powered mainly by his fastball and slider.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 20

Christian Zazueta strikes out 9, Zyhir Hope homers in 4-hit game

Ontario provided enough offense for the entire Dodgers minor league system on Sunday, but there were also plenty of other highlights. Christian Zazueta in his first two starts this season dominated the first three innings before faltering a bit in the fourth.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / April 20

Dodgers Match Best Start Ever by Defending Champ Despite Injuries

One thing that certainly shouldn't shock any Major League Baseball fan around the league is the fact that the Los Angeles Dodgers have been able to find success throughout the 2026 campaign so far, despite a multitude of injuries that have popped up.

Freddie Freeman News / Dodger Blue / April 20

Freddie Freeman Not Expected To Rejoin Dodgers Until Giants Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers put Freddie Freeman on the paternity list before Sunday’s game and recalled Ryan Ward from Triple-A Oklahoma City. Ward made his MLB debut against the Colorado Rockies, starting at first base and batting seventh.

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 20

Dodgers Notes: Edwin Diaz Concern, Roki Sasaki Struggles, Catcher Calls Out Rockies

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Colorado Rockies, 9-6, on Sunday afternoon and fell to 15-6 on the year. Alex Freeland started off the scoring early for LA with an RBI single in the top of the third followed by a Shohei Ohtani RBI double two pitches later.

Roki Sasaki News / True Blue LA / April 20

More concerns about Roki Sasaki & Edwin Díaz

Some news and notes on a Monday morning after the Dodgers’ first losing streak of the season. Roki Sasaki struggled through another start on Sunday at Coors Field, allowing three runs in 4 2/3 innings, and in his four starts has a 6.11 ERA and 15.9-percent walk rate in 17 2/3 innings.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 20

Dodgers out to halt first skid of '26, split set vs. Rockies

Shohei Ohtani needed a ninth-inning single on Saturday night to extend his on-base streak to 50, but he made it 51 early in Sunday's game, moving past Willie Keeler for third all-time in Dodgers franchise history.

Roki Sasaki News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 19

Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki makes honest admission after shaky start vs. Rockies

The Los Angeles Dodgers envisioned Roki Sasaki taking new strides in season two. But this season already witnessed struggles versus the Texas Rangers nearly a week ago.

Edwin Diaz News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Edwin Diaz showing one concerning sign as his struggles with Dodgers continue

Edwin Diaz is giving Los Angeles Dodgers fans some 2025 Tanner Scott flashbacks right now. The Dodgers reliever Diaz struggled again on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver, Colo.

Ryan Ward News / Dodgers Insider / April 19

The Rockies snatch the big moment from Ryan Ward in his MLB debut

The best day of Ryan Ward’s professional baseball career ended with him being in a critical spot for the Dodgers on Sunday. Ward, already with two hits in his Major League debut, went up to the plate with two outs, runners in scoring position and the Dodgers trailing by three runs.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 19

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Admits He's Concerned With Edwin Diaz Amid Struggles

Edwin Díaz entered a game on Sunday for the first time since April 10. He still hasn't recorded an out since April 10. Díaz faced four Colorado Rockies in the bottom of the eighth inning with the Los Angeles Dodgers trailing 6-4.