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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 5

Former Dodgers General Manager Holds Key Donald Trump Advisory Position

Kevin Malone has been largely unseen and unheard from in baseball circles since his last day as general manager of the Dodgers. For most Dodger fans, that's probably OK.

Buddy Kennedy News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 5

Dodgers Castoff Wastes No Time Signing With World Series Contender

Third baseman Buddy Kennedy, who elected free agency after the Los Angeles Dodgers sent him outright to Triple-A following his designation for assignment, signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 5

Dodgers postseason outlook after dueling clunkers

We are already four days into September, and the Dodgers are still looking for their first win of the month. But so are the Padres, which leaves those two teams basically where they were at the beginning of the week.

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Miguel Rojas News / Dodger Blue / September 5

Miguel Rojas: Dodgers’ Recent Play ‘Embarrassing’ & ‘Frustrating’

The Los Angeles Dodgers have seemingly hit rock bottom, and it’s not the first time this season it’s felt like that. On Thursday, the Dodgers were swept by the Pittsburgh Pirates and they just nearly avoided being shut out for the second straight game.

Will Smith News / Dodger Blue / September 5

Dodgers Expect Will Smith To Avoid Injured List After CT Scan On Right Hand

The Los Angeles Dodgers have dealt with a rash of injuries throughout the season, and Will Smith was the latest casualty added to the list. Smith exited Wednesday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third inning after taking a foul ball off his right hand in the bottom of the second.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 5

Kendall George steals his 100th base, then makes it 101

In Dodgers minor league games played Thursday, September 4th, a Kendall George centennial was achieved, Max Muncy and Tommy Edman are revving it up, and Bobby Miller got grandly slammed.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / September 5

Shohei Ohtani’s Next Pitching Start Pushed Back To Rockies Series

Shohei Ohtani was lined up to be one of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ starters for their series against the Pittsburg Pirates, but was replaced by Emmet Sheehan on Wednesday despite remaining in the lineup as the designated hitter.

MLB News / True Blue LA / September 5

Dodgers speak on being swept by Pirates

The Dodgers are making it hard for themselves to gain any momentum in their division lead, or, for that matter, against teams that don’t have a chance at a title.

Will Smith News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Will Smith expected to avoid IL stint for hand injury

The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled with injuries all season. The pitching staff has been particularly banged up but position players have missed time as well.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Dodgers sweep vs. Pirates reinforces concerning trend

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered September with one of the easier schedules in the Majors, but their recent performance against weaker opponents has raised concerns.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / September 5

2025 Transactions: Alexis Diaz DFA’d, Billy Hamilton Signed

Alexis Diaz’s time in Los Angeles may have come to an end, as the Dodgers designated the reliever for assignment after nine innings for the team. Aside from that move, the Cubs brought in Billy Hamilton, injecting a speed option into the organization over the final few weeks of the year.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Fans ruthlessly clown Dodgers after wild Pirates sweep

September is when aspiring World Series contenders look to begin rounding into playoff form. But for the Los Angeles Dodgers, the opposite is happening.

Will Smith News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Will Dodgers place Will Smith on injured list?

The Los Angeles Dodgers kick off a weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. However, Dave Roberts’ infield might be even thinner than it was before.

Max Muncy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Dodgers’ Max Muncy getting closer to returning to big league club

The Los Angeles Dodgers are inching closer to getting a key piece of their offense back. Veteran third baseman Max Muncy has officially started a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City, signaling that his return to the big league roster is on track.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / September 4

Dodgers All-Star Catcher Sidelined; Hopeful To Avoid IL

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been forced to make a roster move today as they await test results on catcher Will Smith, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.

Alexis Diaz News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4

Alexis Diaz's season goes from bad to worse after Dodgers DFA

The Dodgers announced that they have designated right-hander Alexis Diaz for assignment.

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Ben Rortvedt News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4

Dodgers to select depth catcher amid recent injury

He seemed to establish himself as a legit big league catcher with the Rays last year. He got into 112 games and slashed .228/.317/.303 in 328 plate appearances.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / September 4

Paul Skenes continues domination, makes Cy Young case

Paul Skenes continues domination vs. Dodgers, makes Cy Young case with another gem

Paul Skenes proved once again that even the best teams can be subdued by great pitching.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 4

Dave Roberts Says Dodgers Expect More Out of Roki Sasaki Amid Lost Season

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated the team has expected more out of rookie starting pitcher Roki Sasaki, who is struggling through a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4

Pair of NPB stars hoping to be posted for MLB teams

ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports Thursday that Yomiuri Giants third baseman Kazuma Okamoto and Seibu Lions righty Tatsuya Imai are also hoping to be posted by their clubs and make the jump to MLB.

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Teoscar Hernandez News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 4