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Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto & Roki Sasaki Among MLB Players Featured On MLB Manhole Covers In Japan

Major League Baseball is celebrating their 12 active Japanese players by featuring them on custom manhole covers in their respective hometowns, beginning Monday, June 16.

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Joe Kelly Receives 2024 Dodgers World Series Ring

Joe Kelly was presented his 2024 World Series ring on Saturday before the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Kelly was accompanied by his wife, Ashley, and their four children.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 15

Dodgers Linked to $22 Million Breakout Starting Pitcher at Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers are struggling with having enough healthy pitchers this season. In an issue that plagued the team in 2024 on the way to an improbable

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / June 15

Shohei Ohtani Not Ruling Out Pitching Before All-Star Break

Shohei Ohtani has continued to ramp up his throwing program as he works toward taking the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers at some point this season. Ohtani threw 44 pitches over three innings against Dodgers Minor Leaguers at Petco Park last Tuesday, which were his highest totals since starting to face batters on a weekly basis last month.

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The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?

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Justin Turner News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 15

Former Dodgers Fan Favorite Justin Turner Going Viral After Inappropriate Celebration

Former Los Angeles Dodgers star Justin Turner was involved in an interesting celebration this season that created controversy and captured the attention of MLB fans.

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The 20 greatest in-game traditions in MLB

Attending a Major League Baseball game can provide memories for all fans. However, in this day and age, that doesn't always come from what happens on the field.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Dodgers ‘lurking’ for resurgent ace trade candidate

As the Los Angeles Dodgers expect a pitching return from Shohei Ohtani shortly, there could be another avenue where they can get help in the rotation. With the Dodgers preparing ahead of the trade deadline next month, the one pitcher that is a unique storyline in the trade market is Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / June 15

Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Presented With Citizen’s Honor Award By Okinawa Prefecture

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was presented with the “Citizen’s Honor Award” by the Okinawa Prefecture prior to Saturday’s game at Dodger Stadium.

Michael Chavis News / True Blue LA / June 15

Michael Chavis hits for the cycle, Sean Linan K’s 7

Mike Sirota and Kendall George lead Great Lakes offense In Dodgers minor league action on Saturday, June 14th, we had three wins and a rainout, the always exotic “cycle”, and Sean Linan continues to impress.

Eddie Rosario News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 15

Eddie Rosario To Opt Out Of Minors Deal With Brewers

Eddie Rosario signed a minor league deal with the Brewers on May 14, and has yet to be called up to the big leagues. Rosario will therefore enact a June 15 opt-out clause in his contract and become a free agent, according to reporter Francys Romero.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 15

Dodgers Linked to $40 Million Starting Pitcher in Potential Trade Deadline Move

The Los Angeles Dodgers' pitching staff is facing an unprecedented amount of injuries, stretching the organization's pitching depth, which may prompt the president of baseball operations, Andrew Friedman, to make some moves via trade.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / June 15

Dave Roberts ‘Very Confident’ Injured Dodgers Pitchers Will Return During 2025 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers currently have 14 pitchers on injured list, both from issues stemming before the season began and new trouble during it. Shohei Ohtani’s current unavailability as a pitcher makes 15, but his injury recovery was pre-existing when joining the Dodgers ahead of the 2024 season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 15

Can you guess this Dodgers first round pick in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out what Dodgers player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. We’re back for another day of the True Blue LA in-5 daily trivia game.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / June 15

Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers look to tee off on Giants in series finale

After his longest home-run drought in two seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers ended, Shohei Ohtani will be out for more in Sunday's series finale against the San Francisco Giants.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 15

José Ureña Elects Free Agency After Dodgers DFA

José Ureña elected to become a free agent rather than remain part of the Los Angeles Dodgers organization after he was designated for assignment. Ureña cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City, but he rejected the Minor League assignment in favor of reaching free agency.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 15

Notes: Hyeseong Kim, Emmet Sheehan, Kiké Hernández

Saturday night marked the first time Dodgers infielder/outfielder Hyeseong Kim and Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee played in the same major league game.

Clayton Kershaw News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Clayton Kershaw flashes vintage form with 7 scoreless innings vs. Giants

One day after losing sole possession of first place in the NL West the Los Angeles Dodgers turned to veteran ace Clayton Kershaw to right the ship. Kershaw has been rounding into form since returning to the mound after offseason surgery.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / June 15

Shohei Ohtani's 2 HRs back Clayton Kershaw as Dodgers pound Giants

Clayton Kershaw went seven scoreless innings and Shohei Ohtani hit a pair of home runs as the Los Angeles Dodgers rolled to an 11-5 victory over the visiting San Francisco Giants on Saturday.

Freddie Freeman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 14

Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman dishes truth on quad injury concern

As the Los Angeles Dodgers attempt to successfully defend their World Series Trophy in 2025, one of the latest concerns in an ever-growing list of issues presented to LA’s finest has been the health of Freddie Freeman.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Dodgers Set to Receive Major Rotation Boost After Injury News

A day after All-Star Tyler Glasnow pitched a “very promising” simulated game, the Los Angeles Dodgers are anticipating the return of another top arm to their starting rotation.

Emmet Sheehan News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 14

Dodgers Reveal Massive Injury Update on Emmet Sheehan

The Los Angeles Dodgers' pitching staff is getting a major shot in the arm after Emmet Sheehan's health moves in the right direction. According to The Athletic's Fabian Ardaya, Sheehan is going to be promoted to the major league roster after several rehabilitation outings in the minor leagues.

Clayton Kershaw News / Field Level Media / June 14