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Dave Roberts Wants Kyle Tucker To ‘Get Back To Who He Is’

Kyle Tucker’s first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers has not gone according to plan through the first half of the 2026. There could be some underlying issues contributing to Tucker’s struggles this season, but his habits in the batter’s box have also been uncharacteristic.

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Mookie Betts Has Measured View Of Reaching 300 Career Home Runs

What has been a trying season for Mookie Betts is suddenly on the upswing as there’s been marked improvement at the plate over the past two weeks. Included in that was Betts helping power the Dodgers to a sweep of the Minnesota Twins by nearly hitting for the cycle.

Brady Smith News / True Blue LA / June 26

Dodgers minors: Brady Smith is near unhittable in Single-A

Four games, four wins, three of them by no more than two runs. There was plenty of drama and excitement when the Dodgers’ minor league affiliates took the field on Thursday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 26

Dodgers notes: Shohei Ohtani, Will Smith, Dalton Rushing

Phase 1 of the 2026 All-Star Game voting has come to an end, and to little surprise, Shohei Ohtani received the most fan votes for the National League with 3,341,257.

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The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz

In the history of MLB, 31 players have hit 13 or more home runs in the postseason over the course of their careers. How many can you name in six minutes?

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Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani breaks David Ortiz record with early All-Star nod

Shohei Ohtani is once again headed to the All-Star Game, and this time he gets there with a piece of history attached. The Dodgers superstar was named the National League’s starting designated hitter for the 2026 All-Star Game after finishing as the leading vote-getter in Phase 1 of fan balloting.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Viral Sports News / June 26

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani’s Latest Career News Is Turning Heads

Shohei Ohtani continues to push the boundaries of what a two-way superstar can achieve in Major League Baseball. The Los Angeles Dodgers sensation has elevated the role beyond traditional expectations, blending elite hitting and pitching at a level rarely seen in the modern game.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Career News Announced on Thursday

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers has redefined what a two-way player can look like in the modern era of baseball. Ohtani is coming off a 2025 season in which he won his fourth MVP and second straight World Series championship.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 25

Dodgers Announce Starting Pitchers for Series vs NL West Rival Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins, and now turn their attention to the rival San Diego Padres. Los Angeles has already played the Padres once this season, taking two of three games from San Diego.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Dodgers rumors: Reporter reveals truth of LA’s potential Tarik Skubal trade pursuit

The Los Angeles Dodgers are often linked to many stars during trade deadline season. With that being said, the Dodgers have unsurprisingly been mentioned as a potential suitor for Tarik Skubal.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 25

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Hints at Starting Pitcher Potentially Losing Spot in Rotation

The Los Angeles Dodgers have seen surprise struggles from one of the team's rising young arms this year. Right-handed pitcher Emmet Sheehan, who's still just 26 years old, has struggled in his first full season at the big league level.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Ex-manager offers intriguing opinion on Shohei Ohtani-Dalton Rushing drama

The Los Angeles Dodgers received a potential rift on their hands. This one involving stars Shohei Ohtani and Dalton Rushing. Both visibly endured a heated moment against the Minnesota Twins Wednesday.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 25

Dodgers season is half over, let’s look at the remaining schedule

After Wednesday night in Minnesota, the Dodgers have played 81 games, expecatly half of their 2026 regular season schedule. They are 52-29, and it doesn’t take a math whiz to realize they are on pace for 104 wins.

Will Smith News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 25

Dodgers' Will Smith Won't Return Anytime Soon After Unfortunate Update

The injury updates around Los Angeles Dodgers star catcher Will Smith just keep getting worse. Smith has been out of the lineup since June 6 with neck inflammation, and was initially expected to miss just one game.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 25

The Straw Hat Pirates are returning to Dodger Stadium

One date that was curiously absent from the 2026 Dodgers home schedule filled in just before Memorial Day: almost one year to the day, the Straw Hat Pirates of One Piece will make their return to Dodger Stadium.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / June 25

Dave Roberts: Byron Buxton ‘One Of My Favorite Players To Watch’

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ three-game series with the Minnesota Twins this week gave them an up-close look at one of baseball’s most exciting players in Byron Buxton.

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The 'A.L. batting champs since 1993' quiz

How many American League batting champions since 1993 can you name in five minutes?

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

3 sneaky Dodgers’ 2026 MLB trade deadline targets to chase

The injury bug has hit the Los Angeles Dodgers pretty hard lately. Included in the mix is a standout outfielder. Outside help may be needed, and here are three sneaky 2026 MLB trade deadline targets for the Dodgers to chase.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 25

Surprise Dodgers Pitcher Suddenly Earning Spot in All-Star Conversation

Even though the Los Angeles Dodgers have found a ton of success this season, including becoming the first team in the league to 50 wins, the organization has been playing without multiple key players.

Blake Snell News / Dodger Blue / June 25

Blake Snell Throwing Bullpen Session On Friday

Blake Snell has continued to make progress in his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he’s now set to take the next step in his rehab progression. Senll will throw a 15-pitch bullpen on Friday at Dodger Stadium using only fastballs, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shared.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25

Dalton Rushing responds after showing up Shohei Ohtani

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing had a bit of a meltdown during Wednesday’s game after he showed up Shohei Ohtani. Rushing was catching Ohtani Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minn., but things went awry in the second inning.

Miguel Rojas News / Dodger Blue / June 25

Miguel Rojas ‘Annoyed’ By Dodgers Being Exploited In CBA Negotiations

The Los Angeles Dodgers have become the poster child for Major League Baseball’s salary cap push in collective bargaining negotiations with the Players Association (MLBPA).

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 24

Mookie Betts crushes milestone HR to lead Dodgers to win over Twins

Winning is always the most important thing for a team like the back-to-back champion Los Angeles Dodgers, but winning while a star player reaches a career milestone makes the victory even sweeter.

Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez continues 2026 breakout in win over Rangers

Cubs take two steps back with starting pitchers' brutal injury updates

Matthew Boyd to return to rotation

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

Yankees to recall super utilityman

Yankees' Aaron Boone blasts Jazz Chisholm for unprofessional move

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / June 23

Freddie Freeman, Andy Pages help Dodgers pile up 17 hits, rout Twins

Freddie Freeman went 3-for-5 with two doubles and two RBIs as the Los Angeles Dodgers cruised to a 12-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / June 22

Did the Los Angeles Dodgers overpay for Kyle Tucker?

While he is playing in a new environment and is in his first season with the Dodgers, he is performing well below his usual offensive standards.

Eric Lauer, Dodgers' pitchers prepared for hot-hitting Twins

Dodgers suffer rare 2-game skid as Orioles roll

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Teoscar Hernandez News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 21

Teoscar Hernandez On Track For June Return

Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez is starting a rehab assignment on Tuesday at Triple-A. Manager Dave Roberts told reporters, including Katie Woo of The Athletic, that Hernandez could be activated for a series against the A’s beginning on June 29.