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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 30
Dodgers Roundup: Shohei Ohtani Setback, Ben Rortvedt Could Be Cut, James Tibbs Call Up?
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Detroit Tigers, 2-1, on Saturday and fell to 81-55 on the year. Two-time Cy Young award winner Blake Snell dazzled the mound with 10 strikeouts across five innings, allowing one earned run off of three hits in the 99-pitch outing.
Tyler Glasnow News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 30
Dodgers’ Tyler Glasnow breaks down 99th percentile extension
Tyler Glasnow spends a concerning amount of time on the injured list, but when he is on the mound, he can mystify spectators with just his presence. Yes, the veteran right-handed starting pitcher is an impressive talent who can bewilder some of the best hitters in the game when he is at his best.
Shohei Ohtani News / EssentiallySports / August 30
'Wouldn’t Run Him': Dodgers’ Manager Clears Stance on Shohei Ohtani Following Massive Setback
The Dodgers are leading the NL West, but the problems are starting to pile up. Injuries keep mounting, the bullpen has been unreliable, and now Shohei Ohtani’s return to the mound has hit another snag.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Edgardo Henriquez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29
Edgardo Henriquez makes jaw-dropping Dodgers history vs. Tigers
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Edgardo Henriquez reached a historic milestone in a 2-1 loss against the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. To open the bottom of the eighth, Henriquez unleashed a 103.6 mph front-door sinker that nicked the outside corner and froze Detroit Tigers hitter Dillon Dingler for the first out.
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.
Ben Rortvedt News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 29
Dodgers Could Cut Ties With Ben Rortvedt Soon
The Los Angeles Dodgers' catching situation is close to returning to normal. For Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia, that means their timeshare behind the plate is drawing to a close.
Shohei Ohtani News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 29
Shohei Ohtani Will Not Pitch Sunday; Dodgers Determining Next Steps
Knee and biceps issues have prevented the Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani from pitching since July 3, and a return to the mound is not imminent. The Dodgers hoped to start Ohtani against the Tigers on Sunday, but they have scrapped those plans after he came out of Friday’s bullpen session feeling discomfort in his knee, Alden González of ESPN reports.
Blake Snell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29
Why Dodgers’ Blake Snell wasn’t satisfied by almost perfect outing vs. Tigers
Though Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani had his pitching return delayed, Blake Snell is a pitcher on the team who is currently in the groove of making his mark on the season, with Saturday’s start being his fourth of the season.
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.
MLB News / True Blue LA / August 29
Tigers pounce late on Dodgers in walk-off defeat 
The Dodgers suffered their second walk-off defeat over their last four games, as the Detroit Tigers struck for a ninth-inning rally to win 2-1. Offense came at a premium for a second consecutive game against Detroit’s starting pitching, as the Dodgers were left scoreless over their first five innings against Keider Montero.
James Tibbs News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 29
Dodgers Need to Call Up James Tibbs III Amid Brutal Offensive Struggles
The Los Angeles Dodgers' offense needs a spark. After getting swept by the Atlanta Braves in three one-run games, the Dodgers have played two more one-run games against the Detroit Tigers.
MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 29
Recap: Tigers Walk-Off Dodgers After Another Poor Offensive Showing
Another day, another similar story for the Los Angeles Dodgers: they received a strong outing from their pitching staff but struggled on offense, leading to a loss against the Detroit Tigers.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 29
Dodgers’ Head-To-Head Tiebreakers For 2026 Postseason
The Los Angeles Dodgers are well on their way to another National League West title and 14th consecutive postseason appearance, but how their October run will begins is not yet decided.
Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / August 29
Shohei Ohtani 'not 100%', return to mound in question
Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound this season remains in question with the two-way star dealing with lingering arm and knee discomfort following a short throwing session in the bullpen Friday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 30
Shohei Ohtani injury update could be final nail in NL MVP race
Ohtani's chances of shrinking the gap in the NL MVP race took a hit on Saturday.
Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29
Dodgers superstar Tarik Skubal gets 100% real after making start vs. Tigers in Detroit
Los Angeles Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal returned to Comerica Park on Friday to face the Detroit Tigers for the first time. It marked his 78th career appearance at the ballpark and his first there as a visitor.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29
Dodgers get crucial Edwin Diaz, Dalton Rushing injury updates
As the playoffs draw near for the Los Angeles Dodgers, with the team waiting on the pitching return of Shohei Ohtani, other players on the team look to come back and play to their high standards.
Miguel Rojas News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 29
Dodgers Veteran May Suddenly Change Retirement Plans
The Los Angeles Dodgers clubhouse is filled with all sorts of veteran talent, giving the team one of the best leadership groups in baseball. One of the main leaders on the team is infielder Miguel Rojas, the 2025 World Series hero.
Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / August 29
Dave Roberts Remains Confident In Dodgers Against Teams Over .500
The Los Angeles Dodgers are on pace to win 97 games this season but it has not felt that way since the All-Star break. The team has not been playing up to its capabilities over the past month and a half, going 20-18 since July 17.
Blake Snell News / Field Level Media / August 29
Dodgers' Blake Snell strives to continue good form vs. Tigers
Blake Snell has delivered three quality starts this month for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The veteran left-hander will look to continue that streak in Detroit on Saturday afternoon against the Tigers.
Tarik Skubal News / EssentiallySports / August 29
'There Was Some Emotion': Dodgers Manager Reveals What Happened After Tarik Skubal’s Furious Reaction to Being Pulled Out Mid-Game
After the Tigers traded Tarik Skubal, he has been vocal about missing Detroit and even said that he wished the Tigers would sign him again during free agency.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28
Dodgers' Tarik Skubal pitches gem in return to Detroit
Tarik Skubal was back in Detroit for the first time on Friday night and gave his former team a different perspective on his dominance. It did not go well for them.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 28
Freddie Freeman lifts Dodgers past Tigers in Tarik Skubal’s return
Freddie Freeman drove in the go-ahead run during the eighth inning in Tarik Skubal's return to Comerica Park as the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers edged the slumping Detroit Tigers 2-1 on Friday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27
Chris Sale delivers complete-game shutout in Braves' sweep of Dodgers
Even at 37 years old, Chris Sale is turning in one of the best seasons of his career. The Atlanta Braves ace turned in a gem against the back-to-back World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
Roki Sasaki News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27
Dodgers to place Roki Sasaki on injured list
The Dodgers will place Roki Sasaki on the 15-day injured list, manager Dave Roberts told reporters (relayed by Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic). The righty left tonight’s start at Truist Park with a blister on the middle finger of his throwing hand.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Details surface on Tarik Skubal's expected new contract
Tarik Skubal could become Major League Baseball’s latest $400 million man.
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