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Shohei Ohtani Was 'Surprised' to Be Out of Dodgers Lineup on Wednesday, Says Dave Roberts

For the first time since May 2021, Shohei Ohtani is pitching and not hitting in a major league game. On Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers decided to have Ohtani only pitch as he continues to recover from shoulder soreness stemming from a hit by pitch on Monday.

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Dodgers vs. Mets game III chat

The Dodgers conclude their three-game series against the New York Mets on Jackie Robinson Day, looking to get a sweep and take five of six games on the homestand.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15

Dodgers pull an unusual move with Shohei Ohtani for his start

Shohei Ohtani will only be a one-way player for Wednesday’s game.

The most unexpected Dodgers player becomes first to 20 RBIs

Details emerge on Edwin Diaz's absence against the Mets

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The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players with the most multiple-home run by MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '200-win, 3K-strikeout pitchers' quiz

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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.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Edwin Díaz Available Out Of Dodgers Bullpen After Knee Issue

Edwin Díaz is available for the Los Angeles Dodgers for the series finale against the New York Mets, manager Dave Roberts shared before the game. Díaz last pitched on April 10 against the Texas Rangers and blew the save while his velocity was down by nearly 2 mph.

Jackie Robinson News / Dodger Blue / April 15

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Makes MLB Debut & Breaks Color Barrier

On April 15, 1947, the Brooklyn Dodgers faced off against the Boston Braves in an Opening Day contest at Ebbets Field, winning by a score of 5-3. The crowd of 26,653 witnessed one of the most historically significant events in MLB history, as Jackie Robinson started at first base.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Shohei Ohtani Only Pitching Vs. Mets, Kyle Tucker Moved To Leadoff Spot Of Dodgers Lineup

Shohei Ohtani is making his pitching start Wednesday night against the New York Mets but he is not in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup as their designated hitter.

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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.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Mookie Betts Progressing But Exercising Caution Before Swinging

Despite initial optimism from Mookie Betts and the Los Angeles Dodgers when he was put on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain, he continues to be limited in baseball activities.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 15

Dodgers Predicted to Call Up James Tibbs III in Surprise Move

The Los Angeles Dodgers may be back-to-back World Series champions, but the organization also holds one of the best farm systems in the league. The Dodgers have MVPs and All-Stars littered all over the roster, but they also have talent waiting their turn in the minors leagues.

Kyle Tucker News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Kyle Tucker: ‘It Was Nice’ To Deliver Game-Winning Hit Against Mets

Much has been made about Kyle Tucker’s early struggles this season, but the four-time All-Star had his first signature moment with the Los Angeles Dodgers in their 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Tuesday night.

Jackie Robinson News / True Blue LA / April 15

Dodgers look for sweep on Jackie Robinson Day

So far this homestand, the Los Angeles Dodgers have quietly handled the New York Mets, with the pitching staff allowing only one run in 18 innings. The run was a leadoff shot from Francisco Lindor off of Yoshinobu Yamamoto in Tuesday’s game, and otherwise no Met has crossed the plate in L.A.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Shohei Ohtani Feels Like Hitting Is ‘Going In The Right Direction’

Shohei Ohtani got off to a slow offensive start for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season, but has looked more like himself at the plate since the calendar turned to April.

Jon Kemmer News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 15

Former Dodgers Minor Leaguer Dies at 35

Outfielder Jon Kemmer, who spent the last of his seven affiliated minor league seasons with the Triple-A Oklahoma City Dodgers, died Sunday in a single-car crash in Texas. He was 35.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 15

Dave Roberts Estimates How Long Brock Stewart’s Rehab Assignment Will Last

The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen is enjoying a nice start to 2026 and has largely shown improvement the team was hoping for entering this season. The group suffered its first in-season injury with Ben Casparius being placed on the 15-day injured list because of inflammation in his right shoulder, but the team has a capable replacement in Kyle Hurt.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / April 15

Dodgers, behind Shohei Ohtani, intent on extending Mets' skid

Two days after he was hit by a fastball in the right shoulder, Shohei Ohtani will test any residual soreness when he takes the mound against the visiting New York Mets on Wednesday night.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15

Details emerge on Edwin Diaz’s absence against the Mets

Edwin Diaz has yet to pitch against his former team during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ ongoing series versus the New York Mets. Diaz was nowhere to be found on the mound on Tuesday, when the Dodgers took care of business and defeated New York, 2-1, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif.