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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s return date from injured list finally revealed

With the Los Angeles Dodgers already having clinched a spot in the 2026 MLB postseason, they had the luxury of giving Shohei Ohtani the rest he needs so he can recover from the wear and tear he’s accumulated this season.

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Sasaki’s return adds another dimension to the Dodger bullpen

The conversation with Roki Sasaki was that, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell, Tarik Skubal and Tyler Glasnow, the postseason starting rotation is pretty set.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 23

Dodgers extend home winning streak to 11 with shutout of Padres

Freddie Freeman drove in three runs, Will Smith and Tommy Edman hit home runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers inched closer to the best record in the National League with a 7-0 victory over the visiting San Diego Padres in the opener of a three-game series Tuesday.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / September 23

Recap: Dodgers Begin Final Home Series By Shutting Out Padres With Bullpen Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened their final home series of the 2026 season by shutting out the San Diego Padres. The Dodgers have now won 15 of their previous 18 games as they move closer to clinching a top seed in the National League postseason, with their magic number now at just one to secure the first-round bye.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / True Blue LA / September 23

Dodgers rout Padres in bulk in opener

LOS ANGELES — On a night the Los Angeles Queens won a championship in the inaugural season of the Women’s Pro Baseball League, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat a King.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Dave Roberts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts breaks down closer vision with postseason rapidly approaching

The Los Angeles Dodgers need to win two more games to secure their bye into the NLDS, and with six games remaining, that is a very doable task for LA — especially with Shohei Ohtani on the cusp of returning to the starting lineup.

Mookie Betts News / EssentiallySports / September 23

'Changed My Life Completely': Dodgers Star Mookie Betts Reveals a Side of His Journey That No One Has Seen

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been without Shohei Ohtani since he landed on the injured list with lingering left knee and right biceps injuries, but they still clinched their fifth consecutive NL West title and 13th in 14 seasons with an 8-2 win over the Reds.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 22

Dodgers notes: Blake Snell, Dalton Rushing, Will Klein

LOS ANGELES — It’s the final week of the regular season and the Dodgers are sorting things out as they prepare for the postseason, which they hope will start on October 3 in the National League Division Series rather than September 29 in the wild card round.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / True Blue LA / September 22

Dodgers on Deck: Wednesday, September 23 vs. Padres

The Dodgers and Padres continue their series on Wednesday night, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound for his final start of an excellent regular season.

Shohei Ohtani News / Baseball Now / September 22

Dodgers Plan To Activate Shohei Ohtani Wednesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers are trying to lock up one of the two National League byes, and are about to get a huge bat back for the final week of play. Dave Roberts revealed that the Dodgers plan to activate Shohei Ohtani on Wednesday, meaning he will slot back in as the regular designated hitter.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Viral Sports News / September 22

Los Angeles Dodgers Cut Ties With Former 36-HR Slugger

The Los Angeles Dodgers have closed the book on one of the more persistent stories in their farm system. On Tuesday, the club released outfielder Ryan Ward, selling his contract to the Chunichi Dragons of Nippon Professional Baseball after designating him for assignment last week, via the MLB transaction log.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 22

Dodgers Announce Surprise Starting Pitcher, Lineup for Series Opener vs Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres kick off a crucial three-game series on Tuesday night at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers (96-60) are looking to secure one of the top two seeds in the National League that would come with a first-round bye.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 22

Dodgers bolster roster, return CF Andy Pages, RHP Roki Sasaki from IL

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated a pair of key contributors in advance of a marquee series against the San Diego Padres, bringing back center fielder Andy Pages and right-hander Roki Sasaki from the injured list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 22

Shohei Ohtani Returning To Leadoff Spot In Dodgers Lineup, But Mookie Betts An Alternative

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to welcome back Shohei Ohtani this week after spending the minimum amount of time on the 15-day injured list with an official designation of right biceps inflammation, though he has also been plagued by persistent left knee trouble.

Ryan Ward News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22

Ryan Ward Acquired By NPB’s Chunichi Dragons

The Dodgers announced that the contract of first baseman/outfielder Ryan Ward has been sold to the Chunichi Dragons of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 22

Dodgers Activate Andy Pages & Option Eliezer Alfonzo

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Andy Pages from the 10-day injured list and optioned Eliezer Alfonzo to Triple-A Oklahoma City. The move was made during the off day on Monday, but the Dodgers did not officially announce it at the time.

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

Dodgers Top Prospect Josue De Paula Explains Viral Encounter With Shohei Ohtani

Los Angeles Dodgers top prospect Jose De Paula was surprised to see Shohei Ohtani in the dugout during Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. His face made that clear.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / September 21

Dodgers have familiar Roki Sasaki spot for postseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers hoped to keep Sasaki stretched out as rotation depth as the postseason approaches. Instead, the Dodgers will begin their playoff plans for Sasaki as soon as he is activated from the Injured List.

Dodgers' rookie Josue De Paula has made an immediate impact

Emmet Sheehan dominates Giants in long relief as Dodgers cap sweep

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 21

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts preps familiar Roki Sasaki playoff plan that helped win World Series last season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have clinched a playoff spot and are looking to secure a bye to the divisional round of the MLB playoffs. As the team prepares for the final week of the season, the Dodgers are getting players, such as Shohei Ohtani, back in the lineup.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 21

How Tarik Skubal’s absence is allowing 1 Dodgers pitcher to make serious playoff roster case

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently announced multiple roster moves, including placing Tarik Skubal on the bereavement list and recalling Emmet Sheehan. The Dodgers earned a big series sweep over the San Francisco Giants this past weekend, as Sheehan played a role on Sunday.

Josue De Paula News / Yardbarker / September 21

Dodgers' rookie Josue De Paula has made an immediate impact

De Paula is earning his keep through his first 10 MLB games.

Dodgers get notable update on Shohei Ohtani

Josue De Paula Wants To ‘Shut A Lot Of People Up’ About His Defense

The 'World Series Champions' quiz

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / September 20

Kyle Tucker Announces Update After Removal From Dodgers Lineup

Kyle Tucker has started to heat up at the perfect time for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Signed this past offseason to a massive four-year, $240 million deal, he spent most of the summer struggling at the plate and unable to string together any consistent production.

Blake Snell News / Just Baseball / September 20

Is Blake Snell the Dodgers’ Best Pitcher Right Now?

The Los Angeles Dodgers have done it again. With the Dodgers’ win on Thursday afternoon, they officially clinched the NL West championship for the fifth consecutive year.

Edwin Diaz News / Yardbarker / September 18