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Dave Roberts: Santiago Espinal ‘Understands His Value’ To Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers re-signed Santiago Espinal on Friday, just four days after designating him for assignment. That came as the corresponding move to the Dodgers bring Enrique Hernández off the 60-day injured list, but subsequent injuries led to a change in plans.

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Dodgers Updates: Teoscar Hernández ‘Best-Case Scenario,’ Tyler Glanow’s Recovery Slowed

The Los Angeles Dodgers have dealt with a recent rash of injuries and also seen Tyler Glasnow’s recovery from back spams not go as expected. While Glasnow’s rehab progression stalled, the Dodgers do appear to have caught somewhat of a break with Teoscar Hernández only suffering a Grade 1 left hamstring strain.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 31

Dodgers notes: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, Roki Sasaki

As the Dodgers wrap up their three-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday, they will turn to Yoshinobu Yamamoto to try and salvage the series.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Athlon Sports / May 31

Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernandez Reveals Injury Return Timeline

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández has revealed he expects to return in about one month after suffering a left hamstring strain, though he believes he could come back sooner if his recovery continues to progress well.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / May 31

Roki Sasaki has taken a large step toward sustained success as a Major League starter

Roki Sasaki won’t turn 25 until after the 2026 World Series. He is younger than most of the starters in Triple-A Oklahoma City and younger than some of the starters in Double-A Tulsa.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Teoscar Hernandez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31

Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernandez shares crucial update on injury timeline

The defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers are no strangers to adversity, and one of their lineup’s main contributors will have to miss time. All-Star Teoscar Hernandez was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain ahead of Friday night’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 31

Recap: Roki Sasaki’s Impressive Start Spoiled As Phillies Rally Against Tanner Scott

The Los Angeles Dodgers had their season-best winning streak snapped at six games despite another encouraging start from Roki Sasaki. He exited with a slim lead but the Philadelphia Phillies mounted their comeback against Tanner Scott in the eighth inning.

MLB News / True Blue LA / May 30

Dodgers on Deck: Sunday, May 31 vs. Phillies

The Dodgers finish off their homestand on Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound coming off a pair of seven-inning gems.

Tyler Glasnow News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 30

Dodgers’ Tyler Glasnow injury update will catch fans’ attention

The Los Angeles Dodgers have thrown heat without Tyler Glasnow for two weeks straight. Glasnow suffered some flare ups connected to his back spasms in the middle of May.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 30

Dodgers Have 2 of World's Top 25 Highest-Paid Athletes, Per Latest Report

The Los Angeles Dodgers spend as much as any team in Major League Baseball. According to the latest report, they appear to be spending as much as any professional team in all of sports, too.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 30

Teoscar Hernández expected to miss a month with hamstring strain

LOS ANGELES — An MRI showed a Grade 1 left hamstring strain for Teoscar Hernández, the mildest severity. But the Dodgers left fielder is still expected to miss about a month with the injury.

Hyeseong Kim News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 30

Dodgers Manager Reveals Why Hyeseong Kim Was Suddenly Optioned to Triple-A

The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned infielder Hyeseong Kim to Triple-A in a surprising move on Friday ahead of the team's three-game series with the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Dodgers Lineup vs Phillies: Max Muncy Out, Santiago Espinal Starting

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to win their series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday night, and continue their end-of-May hot streak. The Dodgers took Friday's series opener, 4-2, and have now won 13 of their last 15 games.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 30

MLB Analyst 'Not Impressed' With Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani as a Pitcher This Year

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani is flourishing in his first full season on the mound since 2023. Ohtani is sporting a 0.82 ERA across 55 innings of work this season.

Max Muncy News / Athlon Sports / May 30

Dodgers’ Max Muncy Shares Concerning Update After 13th Home Run

The Los Angeles Dodgers are rolling, winners of six straight and top the National League West at 37-20. Back in the middle of the lineup is third baseman Max Muncy, who returned from a wrist scare that cost him four straight starts.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 30

Dodgers Get Good News on Teoscar Hernandez Injury

Injuries have taken over the Los Angeles Dodgers roster over the last week-plus, with multiple key players going down. The latest to fall victim to the IL has been veteran outfielder Teoscar Hernandez, who suffered a hamstring strain against the Colorado Rockies earlier this week.

Jack Dreyer News / Dodger Blue / May 30

Dodgers Believe Jack Dreyer Is On Track For Return Once Eligible

The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen has been a strength of the team despite the group currently being without several key contributors. Notable Dodgers relief pitchers still on the injured list are Ben Casparius, Edwin Díaz, Jack Dreyer, Brusdar Graterol, Evan Phillips and Brock Stewart.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / May 30

Dodgers pitcher Justin Wrobleski's breakout season continues with dominant performance vs. Phillies

Left-handed starting pitcher Justin Wrobleski is putting up a breakout season for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Dodgers may have a big trade package for Tarik Skubal

'Early favorite' emerges in potential Tarik Skubal trade

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Dave Roberts News / Athlon Sports / May 30

Dave Roberts Provides Reason Behind Major Dodgers Move

Dave Roberts revealed the reason the Los Angeles Dodgers optioned Hyeseong Kim to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday. The Dodgers announced the move before the start of their series against the Philadelphia Phillies and added veteran utility player Santiago Espinal to the roster.

Justin Wrobleski News / Field Level Media / May 30

Four solo shots, Justin Wrobleski's pitching lift Dodgers past Phils

Justin Wrobleski gave up one run on one hit over seven innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers increased their winning streak to six games with a 4-2 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Friday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / May 29

Dodgers place Teoscar Hernandez on IL, option Hyeseong Kim

Two days after straining his left hamstring, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez landed on the 10-day injured list Friday, and the man who replaced him in left field was sent to the minors, too.

Santiago Espinal News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 29