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Ben Rortvedt And Alek Thomas Accept Assignments With Triple-A Oklahoma City

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a flurry of moves on the first day active rosters expanded, which included Ben Rortvedt getting designated for assignment and Alek Thomas was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

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Dodgers minors: Zach Ehrhard’s perfect day at the plate

The playoffs started for the Loons and Tower Buzzers with very different results, while some usual suspects led the way for wins by the Comets and Drillers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Tarik Skubal’s Dodgers first, Teoscar Hernandez’s flaming bat keep surge going

The Los Angeles Dodgers kept rolling Tuesday, beating the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 behind Tarik Skubal and Teoscar Hernandez. The National League matchup delivered Los Angeles its sixth straight win and another series victory over the Reds.

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The 'MLB multi-time MVPs' quiz

Throughout MLB history, 34 players have won the AL or NL MVP Awards more than once. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / September 9

Shohei Ohtani On Deliberate Plan For Return To Lineup

Shohei Ohtani’s recovery from left knee and right biceps discomfort has not progressed as the Los Angeles Dodgers had hoped, with news that the 32-year-old is “unlikely” to pitch again in 2026.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 9

Dodgers notes: Teoscar Hernández, Tarik Skubal, Will Smith

The Dodgers started off the month of September losing two straight against the St. Louis Cardinals, but they’ve turned things around over their current homestand with a six-game winning streak.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 9

Tarik Skubal, Dodgers shut down Reds to extend winning streak

Tarik Skubal pitched into the eighth inning, Will Smith hit his first home run since May and the Los Angeles Dodgers increased their winning streak to six games with a 3-2 victory over the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / September 9

Recap: Teoscar Hernández Extends Hitting Streak In Dodgers’ Win Over Reds

Shohei Ohtani was out of the lineup for a fifth time in the last six games, but the Los Angeles Dodgers once again did not miss a beat as they defeated the Cincinnati Reds.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Alek Thomas News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 9

Dodgers Outright Alek Thomas

The Dodgers sent outfielder Alek Thomas outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City, relays OKC broadcaster Alex Freedman. Thomas and catcher Ben Rortvedt, who cleared waivers last week, each opted to accept the minor league assignment.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

Elly De La Cruz had the craziest throw to prevent a Dodgers’ inside-the-park HR

Elly De La Cruz came to play against the defending champions. The Cincinnati Reds star shortstop De La Cruz had an incredible showing on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / September 8

Dodgers hold Shohei Ohtani out of lineup again

Shohei Ohtani was out of the Dodgers' starting lineup for the fifth time in six games on Tuesday as Los Angeles played host to the Cincinnati Reds, but he is expected to be back as the designated hitter on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 8

Dodgers pitchers Edwin Diaz, Roki Sasaki may return from their injuries soon

The Los Angeles Dodgers could soon receive reinforcements for their pitching staff, with Edwin Diaz and Roki Sasaki progressing toward potential returns from the injured list.

MLB News / True Blue LA / September 8

Dodgers on Deck: Wednesday, September 9 vs. Reds

The Dodgers close out their nine-game homestand on Wednesday night, with one more game against the Cincinnati Reds. Yoshinobu Yamamoto starts Wednesday, and like Tuesday starter Tarik Skubal is set up to face the Reds twice in a row, as these two teams meet up again next week for four games at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / September 8

2026 MLB Draft Review: Tampa Bay Rays

Over the past 15 years, the Rays’ track record atop the MLB Draft has been mixed. Yes, the club hit with several of their first-rounders, most notably Blake Snell and Shane McClanahan.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Dave Roberts Makes Pitching Decision After 5th Straight Win

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a decision on Emmet Sheehan after the right-hander delivered one of his best outings of the season. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Monday that Sheehan will remain in the starting rotation and make his next start Sunday against the Miami Marlins.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 8

Tommy Edman And Mookie Betts Combined To Help Dodgers Make MLB History

The Los Angeles Dodgers closed out last week on a high note by sweeping the Washington Nationals to take all six head-to-head meetings this season. But that’s not to suggest the weekend was without any drama, as the Dodgers needed late rallies on Saturday and Sunday to keep their winning streak alive.