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Dodgers Pitcher Announces Injury Update After Leaving Angels Game

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin had a disappointing outing against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday, allowing four runs on four hits in four innings with five walks and three strikeouts.

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Freeway Series Recap: Dodgers Swept By Angels

A disappointing homestand continued Sunday afternoon as the Los Angeles Dodgers lost 6-4 to the Los Angeles Angels, resulting with being swept in the first leg of the Freeway Series.

Hyeseong Kim News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 18

Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim Discusses Potentially Getting Sent Back to Minor Leagues

Los Angeles Dodgers utility player Hyeseong Kim has made a remarkable start in MLB, performing at a higher level than anyone could have reasonably anticipated.

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The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz

How many of the 27 active MLB players to post a .300 or better batting average in multiple seasons can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 18

Andrew Friedman Explains ‘Emotional Week’ For Dodgers With Austin Barnes & Chris Taylor Roster Decisions

The Los Angeles Dodgers under president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman have proven time again to be plenty patient and willing to give veterans every opportunity to right the ship.

Dave Roberts News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Dec 14, 2023; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman (left) and manager Dave Roberts at press conference at Dodger Stadium.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have had to make two very tough roster decisions this week. First, it was designating longtime catcher Austin Barnes for assignment, while it wasn't a total shocker move, he had been with the team for 11 seasons.

Ryan McMahon News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18

Cubs, Dodgers among teams with some interest in Ryan McMahon

Since the 8-37 Rockies are already well out of playoff contention, teams have started to scope out Colorado’s roster as a possible source of help at the trade deadline.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Dodgers Make Shocking Decision on 2-Time Champion Before Angels Game

As MLB Rivalry Weekend draws to a close on Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers have yet to win a game against the Los Angeles Angels in the Freeway Series.

Landon Knack News / True Blue LA / May 18

Dodgers on Deck: Monday vs. D-backs

Landon Knack and Bradnon Pfaadt on the mound in Monday’s series opener. The third leg of the Dodgers homestand brings a National League team to Dodger Stadium, with the Diamondbacks coming to Los Angeles to open a three-game series on Monday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / The Spun / May 18

Two Longtime Members Of The Dodgers Are Officially Out

It's the end of an era for longtime Dodgers fans as the team said goodbye to two of its longest-tenured players over the weekend. According to MLB columnist Bob Nightengale, Los Angeles has designated catcher Austin Barnes and veteran utilityman Chris Taylor for assignment in the span of three days.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Dave Roberts Reveals Dodgers' Dalton Rushing Plan, Which Impacts Freddie Freeman

There’s a loud elephant in the room for the Los Angeles Dodgers with Freddie Freeman. Freeman, one of the better players in Major League Baseball, is 35 years old.

Kirby Yates News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Dodgers Make Important Roster Move After Latest Kirby Yates Injury

Los Angeles Dodgers manager, Dave Roberts, announced on Saturday evening, after the 11-9 loss to the Los Angeles Angels that reliever, Kirby Yates, was almost certainly heading to IL with an injured hamstring.

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Tommy Edman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18

Dodgers DFA $60 million veteran to make room for Tommy Edman

The Los Angeles Dodgers are off to a hot start as they try to defend their World Series crown, and they made another move that shows their embarrassment of riches on Sunday.

Chris Taylor News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18

Dodgers Release Chris Taylor

The Dodgers announced that outfielder Chris Taylor has been released, in order to open up roster space for Tommy Edman’s activation from the 10-day injured list. Edman returns after missing a little more than two weeks due to ankle inflammation, but the bigger headline is the end of Taylor’s nine-year run in Dodger Blue.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 18

Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim Joins Exclusive Club With Corey Seager After Insane Feat

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently called up Hyeseong Kim who just did something that not only hasn't been seen since 2015, but was last done by a now two-time World Series MVP.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 18

Clayton Kershaw, Shohei Ohtani & More Dodgers Help Host Make-A-Wish Kids At Dodger Stadium

The start of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ homestand coincided with the franchise again partnering with Fanatics and Make-A-Wish to create a unique experience for seven children and their families at Dodger Stadium.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 18

Dodgers Rise in Latest MLB Power Rankings From National Outlet

The Los Angeles Dodgers are just a few days removed from their 19-2 beatdown over the Athletics Thursday. Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs on his bobblehead night at Chavez Ravine earlier this week.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 18

Dave Roberts: Emmet Sheehan Will Be ‘Very Helpful’ For Dodgers

Emmet Sheehan is among the injured Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers working his way toward a respective return at some point during this year. The right-hander missed the entire 2024 season after undergoing a Tommy John hybrid procedure with an internal brace added to the new ligament.

Kirby Yates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18

Dodgers expect IL stint for two-time All-Star reliever

The Dodgers continue to deal with injuries to the pitching staff.

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Kirby Yates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18

Kirby Yates update adds even more peril to Dodgers’ injury woes

When baseball fans witnessed the Los Angeles Dodgers’ wild spending spree this offseason many became irate assuming the team would easily repeat as World Champions based on their ultra talented roster.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 18

Angels spoil Clayton Kershaw's '25 debut, beat Dodgers

Logan O'Hoppe hit a home run with a career-high five RBIs as the visiting Los Angeles Angels held on for an 11-9 victory over Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18

Dodgers Notes: Kershaw, Edman, Hernandez, Ohtani

Longtime face of the Dodgers’ franchise and future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw is making his 2025 season debut against the Angels this evening, and ahead of the start of his 18th season in the majors the veteran spoke to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic about his drive to continue his playing career.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 17