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Eliezer Alfonzo Jr.’s MLB Debut With Dodgers A ‘Really Tough Day’ After Family Tragedy

Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. made his MLB debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the series finale against the San Diego Padres, but a day that should have been one of the most joyous of his life was instead one of the most difficult.

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Shohei Ohtani’s Next Pitching Start Uncertain Due To Bicep Issue

Shohei Ohtani was back in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for their series finale against the San Diego Padres after an early exit on Friday and missing one game because of a right bicep issue.

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Dodgers look to lean on Eric Lauer in opener vs. Rockies

Once believed to be a temporary emergency addition to the starting rotation, the Los Angeles Dodgers are finding a comfort level when left-hander Eric Lauer takes the mound.

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Edwin Díaz Fires Back At Cockfighting Report: ‘I Wasn’t Doing Anything Illegal’

Nearly one month into the recovery after having surgery to remove loose bodies from his right elbow, Edwin Díaz was implicated in cockfighting activities in his native Puerto Rico.

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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.

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Dodgers prospect debuts on same day his sister, stepmother were found dead in earthquake

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. played through personal tragedy to make his MLB debut. Alfonzo took his very first at bat as a big-leaguer on Sunday against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif.

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Recap: Dodgers Fall Short Of Sweeping Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers had their three-game winning streak snapped in a 5-2 loss to the San Diego Padres. It came in the finale of a four-game series at Dodger Stadium and resulted in the Dodgers falling short of completing a sweep.

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Dodgers rookie makes MLB debut despite family tragedy in Venezuela

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. made his MLB debut on Sunday, despite a heartbreaking tragedy involving his family in Venezuela.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / ESPN / July 5

Dodgers C to debut despite tragedy in Venezuela

The stepmom and sister of Dodgers catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. were found dead as a result of the earthquakes in Venezuela last week, according to reports.

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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.

Mookie Betts News / NBC Sports / July 5

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Stadium Rant / July 5

Dodgers 2026 All-Star Game Selections Highlight Los Angeles’ Dominance

The Los Angeles Dodgers once again proved why they remain one of Major League Baseball’s premier franchises, sending a star-studded group of players to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.

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Dodgers’ Dave Roberts still expecting rookie to make MLB debut despite tragedy in Venezuela

With the Los Angeles Dodgers finishing off the series against the San Diego Padres on Sunday night, it’s set to mark the debut in the majors for Elizer Alfonzo.

Edwin Diaz News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5

Edwin Diaz speaks out on his alleged links to illegal cockfighting

Edwin Diaz is not worried about any potential consequences related to his cockfighting scandal. The Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Diaz spoke with reporters on Sunday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 5

Edwin Díaz Breaks Silence on Cockfighting Report Ahead of Dodgers Return

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Edwin Díaz addressed reports from March out of Puerto Rico that he participated in cockfighting, which is illegal in the United States and its territories.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5

Dave Roberts reveals ‘next step’ for Edwin Diaz amid elbow injury

The Los Angeles Dodgers grabbed the attention of fans with Edwin Diaz’s pending status. The star reliever for manager Dave Roberts and company looked ready to return by the MLB All-Star Game.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Dave Roberts Announces Reason for Tommy Edman’s Removal From Dodgers Lineup

Infielder Tommy Edman was slated to start at third base for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, but he was scratched from the lineup against the San Diego Padres after being hit on the right foot by Padres pitcher Mason Miller.

Freddie Freeman News / Dodger Blue / July 5

Freddie Freeman Looking Forward To ‘Awesome’ Experience At 10th All-Star Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have a strong presence at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game later this month as Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Andy Pages, Max Muncy and Yoshinobu Yamamoto were all selected to the National League team.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / July 5

Shohei Ohtani set to return as Dodgers vie for sweep of Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have some post-holiday lineup changes in store on Sunday when they chase a four-game series sweep against the visiting San Diego Padres.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Field Level Media / July 5

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto dominates skidding Padres

Freddie Freeman hit a home run and Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered seven scoreless innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers continued their winning ways with a 3-0 victory over the visiting San Diego Padres on Saturday.

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