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Mookie Betts Trying to Become 'Yoshi at Shortstop'

Mookie Betts was in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup on Sunday for the first time this spring as he's among the veterans being eased into action. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said early in camp he's noticed a renewed sense of calm in Betts, stemming from his comfort playing shortstop now.

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Dodgers Relying On Tanner Scott, Blake Treinen & Veterans To Solve Bullpen Issues

The problems the Los Angeles Dodgers’ bullpen faced in 2025 were multifaceted and couldn’t be pinned down to a single issue. The 2025 Dodgers bullpen had a nearly identical workload to the 60-102 Chicago White Sox, and had 21.2 more innings thrown than the third team on the list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 2

Dodgers first roster cuts 11 players to minor league camp

The Dodgers Monday made their first roster cuts of spring training, sending 11 players to the minor league side of camp at Camelback Ranch in Arizona.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 2

Why these 2 Dodgers’ starting pitchers have the most to prove in 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the most complete team in baseball. There isn’t much uncertainty when it comes to the Dodgers’ roster. With that being said, there are two starting pitchers who both feature high ceilings but have a lot to prove at the MLB level.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Blake Snell News / Dodger Blue / March 2

Blake Snell Trying To Avoid Repeat Mistake Of Pitching Though Injury

The Los Angeles Dodgers are likely to be without Blake Snell to start the 2026 season due to limited activity in camp that has pushed his buildup behind schedule.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 2

Dodgers Make Pitching-Changing Decisions on Two Former Prospects

The Los Angeles Dodgers appear to have plenty of starting pitching depth even with Blake Snell lagging behind because of left shoulder inflammation and Roki Sasaki still experiencing some shakiness in that role.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / March 2

Mookie Betts ‘In A Really Good Spot’ After Upsetting 2025 Season

Mookie Betts made his 2026 Cactus League debut on Sunday, and it gave the Los Angeles Dodgers their first look at what they hope is a new and rejuvenated Mookie Betts in game action.

Freddie Freeman News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 2

Freddie Freeman Shares Perspective on Dodgers Lineup Order

Freddie Freeman has been in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for four Cactus League games thus far as he marches toward a goal of taking 45 to 50 at-bats to prepare for the regular season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 2

Dodgers notes: Freddie Freeman, Shohei Ohtani

We know Freddie Freeman has a plan for things. He wants to play four more seasons (two beyond his current contract with the Dodgers) and get to 3,000 hits.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 2

Dodgers at Rockies spring training travel roster

The Dodgers on Monday afternoon head east across the valley to face the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale. Alex Call LF Alex Freeland

MLB News / True Blue LA / March 2

Dodgers on Deck: Tuesday, March 3 at Guardians

Goodyear Ballpark will host the Dodgers two times in the next three days. Up first is Tuesday afternoon against the Cleveland Guardians. The Dodgers will be back on Thursday to face the Cincinnati Reds.

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Mookie Betts News / True Blue LA / March 1

Mookie Betts makes 2026 debut, Dodgers beat Angels

The Dodgers didn’t tie their Cactus League game on Sunday, but settled for 4-3 win over the Angels at Camelback Ranch. Mookie Betts made his game debut on Sunday and played four innings at shortstop.

Bobby Miller News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 1

Former Dodgers First-Round Draft Pick Having Trouble

This season could be pivotal for Bobby Miller and his career trajectory that has fallen off course since becoming the top Los Angeles Dodgers pitching prospect.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

MLBPA executive director stands firm on anti-salary cap stance

Due in large part to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ free agency spending habits, many in the MLB world have called for the league to implement a salary cap. However, new interim MLB Player’s Association executive director Bruce Meyer isn’t of that belief.

MLB News / True Blue LA / March 1

Dodgers on Deck: Monday, March 2 at Rockies

The Dodgers hit the road on Monday afternoon to face the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale. This is the first of two meetings between these two National League West foes this spring and this week, with another battle coming Saturday at Camelback Ranch.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

Dodgers facing 1 huge question before Opening Day

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won back-to-back World Series, and they are seemingly getting better. The franchise has been spending an unfathomable amount in contracts in recent years, and it is more than happy to make blockbuster trades.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / March 1

Dodgers vs. Angels spring training game roster

The Dodgers take on the Angels on Sunday at Camelback Ranch. Here are the Dodgers’ active players for their 10th game of Cactus League play, including Mookie Betts playing in his first game, batting third and playing shortstop.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 1

Dodgers Stretching Out Justin Wrobleski & Emmet Sheehan As Starters

The pitching depth in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization is one of their biggest strengths this season. It has allowed them to be patient with Blake Snell’s buildup and likely have him miss the start of the season, despite the $182 million contract they gave him.

Blake Snell News / Total Pro Sports / March 1

MLB News: Blake Snell To Miss Dodgers Opening Day Roster; Phillies Want to Bolster Rotation Depth & More

Blake Snell enjoyed a glorious first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2025 after signing a five-year, $182 million contract, even though he missed four months of the campaign due to shoulder inflammation.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Admission Before World Baseball Classic Leaves Dodgers With Decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers are lucky to have several of the best players in baseball, but star pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto's World Baseball Classic (WBC) situation exemplifies why the crown is heavy.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

Three Players Who Have a Shot at Making the Dodgers’ Opening Day Roster

Opening Day is a month away, and the majority of the Los Angeles Dodgers roster is set. However, injuries are inevitable in the game of baseball. This leads to opportunities for players who might be on the outside looking in on a roster filled with All-Stars.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / February 27

Dodgers may not have key starter for Opening Day

Blake Snell will be an important part of the Dodgers' rotation as they look to win their third consecutive World Series. The biggest question is whether he can stay on the mound for most of the season.

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Athlon Sports / February 27