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Dodgers' Dave Roberts Thinks Kyle Tucker is Trying to Do 'Too Much'

Much like the Los Angeles Dodgers have done in each of the past few offseasons, the team made some splashy signings ahead of the 2026 season. The biggest signing of the offseason came in the form of LA landing star outfielder Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million deal.

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Dodgers' Dave Roberts Has Cryptic Response Amid Edwin Diaz Injury Concern

While the Los Angeles Dodgers are off to a strong 11-4 start this season, the team is also dealing with a bit of a concern regarding closer Edwin Díaz.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 13

Kyle Tucker ‘Trying To Do A Little Bit Too Much’

When the Los Angeles Dodgers gave a massive four-year, $240 million contract to Kyle Tucker in the offseason, they expected him to be one of the best three hitters in their lineup.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 13

Dodgers made mistake that can’t happen in loss to Rangers

The Los Angeles Dodgers failed to put forth their best effort on Sunday, ranging from the pitching staff combining to issue a season-high 10 walks to an throwing error on Edgardo Henriquez and Alex Call running into an out at third base.

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How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 13

Dodgers Week 3: Shohei Ohtani, Max Muncy, strong starting pitching

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers are going through some things in the early going, including both of their premium free agent acquisitions this winter. Kyle Tucker

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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.

Max Muncy News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 13

Dodgers' Max Muncy Lost 17 Pounds in Major Body Transformation Leading to Success

The Los Angeles Dodgers roster is full of star players from top to bottom, but this isn't the only reason why they have become a powerhouse. It doesn't hurt to have talented guys across the board, but part of what makes Los Angeles special is the role players around the stars.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / April 13

Dodgers' Roberts addresses Sasaki's struggles after loss to Rangers

Dodgers' Dave Roberts addresses Roki Sasaki's struggles after loss to Rangers

Sasaki can't seem to shake off his early-season jitters.

Mets head west, hope for sunnier skies in L.A. vs. Dodgers

Jacob deGrom brushes off Shohei Ohtani shot, lifts Rangers past Dodgers

Dodgers' Dave Roberts defends Shohei Ohtani's special treatment after backlash

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Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / April 13

Roki Sasaki Sets Goal Of Providing Dodgers With More Length In Starts

Roki Sasaki continued what’s been an uneven career with the Los Angeles Dodgers as he set a career high in strikeouts but also only completed four innings against the Texas Rangers on Sunday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 13

Zyhir Hope, Ryan Fitzgerald each hit Sunday grand slams

Oklahoma City’s offense highlighted Sunday in the Dodgers minors, as did Zyhir Hope’s power-packed weekend for Tulsa. Ryan Fitzgerald hit a grand slam on Sunday, part of a five-RBI day to continue his hot start to the season with Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / April 13

Dodgers ‘Treading Lightly’ With Edwin Díaz Amid Velocity Drop

Edwin Díaz blew his first save of his Los Angeles Dodgers’ career during their series opener against the Texas Rangers on Friday. With it came a continued trend of decreased velocity by nearly two miles per hour.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 13

Dodgers Notes: Edwin Diaz Injury Concern, Shohei Ohtani Sends Warning, Blake Snell Goes Off on Fan

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Texas Rangers, 5-2, on Sunday afternoon and fell to 11-4 on the year. Superstar Shohei Ohtani launched the first pitch the Dodgers saw into the stands for an early lead, but Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom settled down after that, striking out nine across six dominant frames.

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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.

Shohei Ohtani News / Fastball on SI / April 13

Shohei Ohtani Is Doing Something MLB May Never See Again

If you're a Major League Baseball fan, you need to pay attention to what Shohei Ohtani is doing on a nightly basis for the Los Angeles Dodgers right now.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / ESPN / April 13

A $1.07 billion series!? Why Mets-Dodgers is most expensive matchup in MLB history

When New York and L.A. collide this week, big-money baseball will be on display at a never-seen-before level.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 13

Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing gets honest about Roki Sasaki after Rangers loss

The Los Angeles Dodgers missed another series sweep opportunity on Sunday afternoon after falling 5-2 to the Texas Rangers, with rookie catcher Dalton Rushing offering a measured assessment of Roki Sasaki after another uneven outing.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / April 12

Jacob deGrom brushes off Shohei Ohtani shot, lifts Rangers past Dodgers

Jacob deGrom overcame allowing a leadoff homer to Shohei Ohtani by striking out nine batters, helping the visiting Texas Rangers record a 5-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday.

Roki Sasaki News / Dodger Blue / April 12

Recap: Roki Sasaki, Bullpen Struggle With Walks In Dodgers’ Loss To Rangers

Roki Sasaki continued to deal with command issues and the Los Angeles Dodgers settled for a series win as they fell short of sweeping the Texas Rangers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Dave Roberts’ Edwin Diaz Comments Leave Dodgers With Decision to Make

Dave Roberts has a decision to make in Los Angeles. After Diaz allowed three runs in the ninth inning Friday against the Texas Rangers to blow his first save as a Dodger, Roberts confirmed he kept the closer out of Saturday’s game entirely. “Just staying away from Diaz, he was down today,” Roberts said.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernandez Makes Personal Decision Amid MLB Season

Teoscar Hernandez has fit right in with the Los Angeles Dodgers since joining ahead of the 2024 MLB season. He has opened his tenure with the organization by winning back-to-back World Series titles with hopes of three-peating in 2026, playing a crucial role in each championship run.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 10

Braves' Drake Baldwin may not have enough to dethrone Shohei Ohtani

Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin is off to a scorching hot start and is on pace to have a historic season. Still, it may not be enough to help Baldwin.

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Dodgers' Dave Roberts defends Shohei Ohtani's special treatment after backlash

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / April 10