Los Angeles Dodgers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

V of K-pop group BTS snaps photo with Shohei Ohtani, delivers Dodgers first pitch

V of K-pop sensation BTS threw a strike for the ceremonial first pitch before the Dodgers' game on Monday.

Gavin Lux News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 25

Dodgers Manager on 2024 World Series Winner: 'It's Best For Him That He Moved On'

Monday night at Dodger Stadium, the Dodgers will present Gavin Lux the World Series ring he earned for his contributions to their 2024 championship season.

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The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Can you name the player with the most home runs in one MLB season for each position on the diamond?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 25

Kiké Hernández activated by Dodgers after missing 7 weeks on IL

Kiké Hernández is back with the Dodgers after missing seven weeks with left elbow inflammation. The infielder/outfielder was activated off the injured list before Monday’s series opener against the Reds at Dodger Stadium.

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 25

Dodgers Make Massive Roster Move, DFA Struggling Infielder Ahead of Monday’s Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated utility man Kiké Hernandez from the 10-day injured list ahead of their series opener against the Cincinnati Reds. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers designated infielder Buddy Kennedy for assignment.

Buddy Kennedy News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Dodgers designate infielder for assignment

The Dodgers designated infielder Buddy Kennedy for assignment. That makes room on the roster for Kiké Hernández, who is back from the 10-day injured list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 25

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Says It's Time for Teoscar Hernandez to Put More Effort on Defense

The Los Angeles Dodgers are unfortunately dealing with a serious lack of defensive depth as the regular season nears its final month, but this has shrunk the margin of error for the existing team.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Bleacher Report / August 25

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This Day In Dodgers History: Adrián González, Carl Crawford, Nick Punto & Josh Beckett Trade With Red Sox

On Aug. 25, 2012, the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers completed a nine-player trade that altered the course of both franchises. The Dodgers acquired Josh Beckett, Carl Crawford, Adrián González and Nick Punto in a deal that added over $250 million in salary.

Freddie Freeman News / Dodger Blue / August 25

Freddie Freeman Believes Dodgers’ Offensive Approach Was ‘Better’ In Series Finale Against Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers broke out the bats in an 8-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday to avoid being swept at Petco Park and pull back into a tie for first place in the National League West.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Dodgers look to get red hot against the Reds

I’m pretty sure I use that same or variant title for the last Reds preview, but now it’s more dire than ever that they actually do get hot, and for a prolonged period of time.

MLB Insider Predicts Dodgers to Lose NL West to Padres

MLB insider Ken Rosenthal's belief in the San Diego Padres hasn't faltered, as the analyst still believes they will finish above the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West this season.

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Los Angeles Dodgers Mookie Betts Gets Real About Division Race With The San Diego Padres

For the Los Angeles Dodgers, cruising to an NL West title has become an annual expectation. This season, however, the San Diego Padres have turned the division into a legitimate battle, leaving the two rivals neck-and-neck as the season enters its final stretch.

Dalton Rushing News / Dodger Blue / August 25

Dodgers Rookie Dalton Rushing Hopes To Build On Go-Ahead Home Run Against Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers received four home runs in their 8-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday, including a pivotal three-run blast from Dalton Rushing.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto literally couldn’t believe Dalton Rushing’s HR vs. Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers got a huge boost in their rivalry against the Padres when rookie catcher Dalton Rushing crushed a game-changing home run. Among the many reactions in the Dodgers dugout, none stood out more than Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 25

Dodgers GM Heaps Praise on 'Under-The-Radar' Rookie Pitcher

Heading into the year, the Los Angeles Dodgers had a very star-studded bullpen. Blake Treinen, Alex Vesia, Evan Phillips, Ben Casparius, Brusdar Graterol, Michael Kopech, and Anthony Banda all returned from the World Series squad.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts’ ‘fun’ reaction to Shohei Ohtani trolling heckler after home run

As Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hit his 45th home run in Sunday’s 8-2 win over the San Diego Padres, the sensation would also encounter a loud distraction from the stands.

Will Smith News / Dodger Blue / August 25

Will Smith Doesn’t Blame Recent Struggles On Workload

Will Smith is in the middle of a career year and was among the group of Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star Game starters this season, but has uncharacteristically struggled during the month of August.

Reds, Dodgers meet with postseason on minds of both teams

The Los Angeles Dodgers turned on the power to avoid a series sweep and return home tied for first place in the National League West for the start of a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds beginning Monday.

Shohei Ohtani News / Fastball on SI / August 25

Shohei Ohtani Just One Home Run Away From Tying Hall of Famer in Fun History

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 8-2 on Sunday afternoon at Petco Park, evening up the National League West race at 74-57 each. Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned the win, going six strong innings with six strikeouts, and he was backed by home runs from Freddie Freeman, Dalton Rushing and Shohei Ohtani.