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Tarik Skubal Defends Dodgers Against ‘Ruining Baseball’ Narrative

Already playing out the 2026 season under the guise they have ‘ruined baseball,’ the Los Angeles Dodgers provided critics with more reason to be upset by trading for Tarik Skubal before this year’s trade deadline passed.

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Hyun-Seok Jang wins Midwest League pitcher of week after High-A debut

Dodgers minor league pitcher Hyun-Seok Jang was dominant in his High-A debut last Thursday for the Great Lakes Loons, and for his efforts the 22-year-old right-hander was named Midwest League pitcher of the week after his very first game at the level.

Dalton Rushing News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 4

Dodgers Notes: LA Makes 3 Trades, Signs Pitcher, Starter Demoted, Dalton Rushing Elbow Injury

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Chicago Cubs, 10-5, on Monday evening and fell to 69-44 on the year following their fourth straight loss. Justin Wrobleski struggled, allowing seven earned runs in 4.1 innings pitched.

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The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

Winning the MLB pitching Triple Crown entails leading the league in wins, ERA (earned runs average) and strikeouts.How many of the pitchers in the live-ball era (since 1920) that accomplished this rare feat can you name?

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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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / HITC / August 4

Stephen A. Smith claims MLB fans will suffer because of Los Angeles Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal trade

Stephen A. Smith says the Los Angeles Dodgers gave MLB owners exactly what they want by trading for Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again facing allegations that they have ruined baseball.

MLB News / EasySportz / August 4

Dodgers Drop Fourth Game in Row; Look to Rebound Tuesday vs. Cubs

The Chicago Cubs took advantage of a tired Los Angeles Dodgers club Monday night, opening their marquee series at Wrigley Field with a victory over the defending champions, 10-5.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EasySportz / August 4

Are The Dodgers Good for Baseball or Bad?

Dynasties are complicated. Fans hate them until they appreciate them. They complain about them until they’re gone. Then they realize those teams shaped an entire era of sports.

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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.

Kyle Tucker News / Viral Sports News / August 4

Kyle Tucker Sends Strong Message to Cubs Fans After Boos

Kyle Tucker faced a chorus of boos upon his return to Wrigley Field on Monday night and later defended his effort during his lone season with the Chicago Cubs.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Dave Roberts hopes Tarik Skubal can break Dodgers’ losing streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers took on the Chicago Cubs on Monday. And at first, it seemed as if things would go their way. Los Angeles got out to a 3-0 lead and had all the momentum in the first inning.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Dodgers match season low after ugly loss in Cubs series opener

The Los Angeles Dodgers are going through their roughest stretch of the season, seeing their struggles continue with their latest loss to the Chicago Cubs on Monday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Dodgers Place Dalton Rushing On 10-Day IL, Designate Wyatt Mills

The Dodgers announced six roster moves prior to tonight’s game with the Cubs, including the placement of catcher Dalton Rushing on the 10-day injured list.

Justin Wrobleski News / Dodger Blue / August 3

Recap: Justin Wrobleski Allows 4 Home Runs, Dodgers Losing Streak Reaches 4 Games

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ losing streak reached four games after dropping the series opener against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Monday night. The Dodgers were swept by the Boston Red Sox on Sunday at Dodger Stadium, marking just their second sweep of the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 3

Dalton Rushing Placed On Injured List, Chuckie Robinson Back With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers put Dalton Rushing on the 10-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation and called up Chuckie Robinson from Triple-A Oklahoma City before Monday’s game against the Chicago Cubs.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3

Dodgers option Emmet Sheehan, place Dalton Rushing on IL after trade deadline additions

The Los Angeles Dodgers continued reshaping their roster Monday following the MLB trade deadline, placing catcher Dalton Rushing on the injured list after an MRI revealed a mild elbow strain.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Dave Roberts Acknowledges Emmet Sheehan’s Struggles After Red Sox Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing another rotation question after Emmet Sheehan struggled in Sunday's loss to the Boston Red Sox. Manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the right-hander's recent performances but said the club is not required to make an immediate roster move.

Charlie Barnes News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 3

Dodgers Bring Back Veteran Pitcher Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers aren't just making trade additions before Monday's deadline; they're also using free agency. According to the team's transaction log on MLB.com, the Dodgers have re-signed veteran left-handed pitcher Charlie Barnes on a minor league deal.