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Report: Mets make historic offer as Kyle Tucker pursuit intensifies

The New York Mets are stepping up their efforts to land free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker. Tucker, whose market reportedly includes the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers, along with the Mets, has received an offer from the latter that would pay him $50 million per season on a short-term deal, as FanSided’s Robert Murray reported Tuesday.

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Dave Roberts Says Shohei Ohtani Admires Freddie Freeman

The sheer talent on the Los Angeles Dodgers roster is the envy of many teams throughout MLB, with names like Freddie Freeman and Shohei Ohtani just the tip of the iceberg.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 10

Former Angels GM reveals the real details of signing Shohei Ohtani

New insight into one of baseball’s most significant modern acquisitions surfaced this week as former general manager Billy Eppler revisited the Los Angeles Angels’ successful pursuit of Shohei Ohtani.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 10

Dave Roberts: Shohei Ohtani Is The ‘Easiest Player To Manage’

When the Los Angeles Dodgers signed Shohei Ohtani to a record contract, it also came with the understanding that he would need to be managed differently than most players, given his two-way status and reputation as an international superstar.

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The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with at least 1,200 career hits can you name in six minutes?

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

The '30 or more home runs in 2003' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Michael Jordan Cards 2025 Recap: PSA 10 Trends and Ohtani Comparisons

In 2025, Michael Jordan cards remained among the most closely watched in the hobby. Classic staples, such as the 1986 Fleer rookie, continued to hold premium value, especially in top submissions like PSA 10-graded examples.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 9

Shohei Ohtani May Have Changed the MLB Forever With Autonomy in Dodgers Organization

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the hunt for several big-name free agent bats, like shortstop Bo Bichette and outfielder Kyle Tucker, and they're even being linked to a trade for Detroit Tigers lefty ace Tarik Skubal.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 9

Dave Roberts Calls Shohei Ohtani ‘Best’ Player Of All-Time

Shohei Ohtani has become a true unicorn in Major League Baseball due to his ability to both hit and pitch at a high level. Ohtani has slugged at least 40 home runs in four of his first eight seasons and most notably joined the 50/50 club with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani is already ‘best player’ of all-time, Dave Roberts says

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently in the midst of the 2025-26 MLB offseason, a few months removed from having won the 2025 World Series championship in seven thrilling games against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 8

Rangers Have Pair of Intriguing Two-Way Prospects in Minor League System

Everyone wants a Shohei Ohtani. But he’s special because players like him are hard to find. But the Texas Rangers are trying. The Rangers’ farm system was re-ranked recently by Baseball America (subscription required) and the publication included a pair of two-way prospects among the system’s Top 30.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / January 8

Blue Jays: Why trading Anthony Santander this off-season would be a bad decision

The Toronto Blue Jays don’t appear to be done this off-season. On the pitching side of things, they’ve signed Dylan Cease, Cody Ponce, and Tyler Rogers, while recently also signing Kazuma Okamoto to play third base, first base, and even some outfield.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 7

What Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts has learned from managing Shohei Ohtani

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently won their second consecutive World Series title. Shohei Ohtani played a major role in helping Los Angeles win the championship.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 6

MLB Network Celebrating Shohei Ohtani With Schedule Of Shows On Jan. 7

Shohei Ohtani has enjoyed two wildly successful seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers thus far, and he’s due to be celebrated by MLB Network on Wednesday.

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The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

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The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 5

Andrew Friedman: Dodgers’ Gifts For Decoy Were ‘Secret Weapon’ To Sign Shohei Ohtani

After six historic years with the Los Angeles Angels, Shohei Ohtani became the most coveted free agent in MLB history after the 2023 season. The two-time superstar’s list of suitors included the Los Angeles Dodgers, who made a strong push to sign Ohtani when he first made the jump to the Majors in 2017.

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / January 4

Mets superstar predicted to win NL MVP over Shohei Ohtani

Frankly, the thought of someone else winning the NL MVP Award aside from Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani sounds far-fetched right now.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / January 4

Dodgers notes: Tarik Skubal, Cody Bellinger, Shohei Ohtani

Spring training is not too far in the distance with the Dodgers having their first cactus league game in seven weeks against the Angels. With plenty of

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / January 3

Blue Jays: Examining the financials on a potential Bo Bichette contract

The calendar has flipped to 2026, and Bo Bichette is still a free agent. Talking heads, teams, and the man himself have yet to agree on what he’s worth

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 29

The Ohtani 50/50 home run ball lawsuit plods along

If one recalls the halycon days of September 19, 2024, Shohei Ohtani established the first 50/50 club with aplomb against the Miami Marlins at the sociological nightmare that is loanDepot Park.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 26

Dodgers notes: Bo Bichette, Shohei Ohtani, Ontario stadium

Hopefully everyone reading had a very Merry Christmas. Was the Dodgers adding a star free agent this week on your wish list? If so, well, I’m sorry to say that Santa Claus didn’t consider your requests with much enthusiasm— or attention for that matter.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / December 25

Shohei Ohtani Question Left Shaquille O’Neal Visibly Upset Before Making An Admission

Everyone knows how legendary Shaquille O’Neal is in Los Angeles. With the Lakers, the Diesel captured a three-peat and was the centerpiece of one of the most dominant teams in the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Apex Sports / December 16

Los Angeles Dodgers Shohei Ohtani HR Ball Could Sell For Record-Breaking Amount

A piece of baseball history from Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s most legendary performances is set to hit the auction block, and it could command a record-setting price.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 27

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Makes Exciting Personal Announcement

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani made a major personal announcement recently, revealing he started the Shohei Ohtani Family Foundation. According to the foundation's website, the mission stay of the organization is to help rescue animals and inspire children to stay active.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / November 24

Shohei Ohtani set to play for champion Japan again in WBC

Shohei Ohtani, a two-time World Series champion, will attempt to add a second World Baseball Classic title to his haul when he competes for the defending champion Japanese team again next year.

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