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Dodgers Star Hopeful He'll Avoid Major Offseason Surgery

Dalton Rushing’s breakout season has not exactly gone to plan for himself or the Los Angeles Dodgers. The upstart catcher got his first taste of extended play in the wake of Will Smith spending much of the first half of the season on the injured list.

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Behind The Scenes For 2026 Dodgers Team Photo Day At Dodger Stadium

The Los Angeles Dodgers held their annual team photo day at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday afternoon before facing the San Diego Padres. Dodgers players, coaches and members of the front office gathered to take pictures, which has become a tradition in the final weeks of the regular season.

James Tibbs News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 24

Dodgers' James Tibbs Makes History Not Seen in Over 40 Years Amid Dominant Season

Los Angeles Dodgers minor league outfielder James Tibbs III put up eye-popping numbers with the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets this season. It didn't result in his first big-league promotion, but that's more a reflection of the talent residing in Los Angeles' outfield than the singularity of his performance.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 24

Dodgers, Padres clash with postseason goals within reach

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres will say farewell for now in their final meeting of the regular season Thursday night in L.A., with one team guaranteed to celebrate at the end of the evening.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 24

Dave Roberts Believes Yoshinobu Yamamoto Is ‘Underappreciated’

Yoshinobu Yamamoto finished the 2025 regular season behind Paul Skenes and Cristopher Sánchez in National League Cy Young voting, in what was a true breakout year for the Japanese hurler.

Landon Knack News / True Blue LA / September 24

Dodgers minors: A Knack for coming up clutch

It was a win-or-go-home game for the Comets, and they live to fight another day after dominating the Aviators in Game 2 of the Championship Series in a 7-2 victory.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / September 24

Dodgers' Dave Roberts encouraged by Shohei Ohtani in return

Ohtani has battled injuries this season, but his manager was encouraged by the star's return to the field as the playoffs approach.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 24

Josue De Paula Received Encouraging Message From Dave Roberts Regarding Option Decision

Shohei Ohtani going on the 15-day injured list created an opportunity for Josue De Paula, and now that the Los Angeles Dodgers have their designated hitter back, there wasn’t a role for the organization’s top prospect.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 24

Dodgers notes: Postseason bullpen in a good spot

Tuesday night’s game against the San Diego Padres was reminiscent of the 2024 playoffs when the Dodgers were forced to employ a bullpen in the NLDS to keep their playoff hopes alive against those same Padres.

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MLB News / True Blue LA / September 24

Dodgers 11-game home winning streak snapped in 5-1 loss to Padres

After shutting out the Padres on Tuesday, the Dodgers could only muster one run in a 5-1 defeat on Wednesday, snapping their home winning streak at 11 games.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / September 24

Recap: Padres Spoil Shohei Ohtani’s Return From Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers were in prime position to erase another magic number but remain in pursuit of clinching a first-round bye in the postseason due to having their five-game winning streak snapped.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23

Dodgers’ Josue De Paula remains in playoff conversation despite optioning, Dave Roberts says

The Los Angeles Dodgers revised their roster amid the MLB playoffs push. Including welcoming back Shohei Ohtani and Tarik Skubal ahead of their three-peat World Series attempt.

MLB News / True Blue LA / September 23

Dodgers on Deck: Thursday, September 24 vs. Padres

The Dodgers and San Diego Padres finish off their season series on Thursday, which is the Dodgers’ final home game of the 2026 regular season. Tyler Glasnow takes the ball for Los Angeles, with Nick Pivetta starting for San Diego.

Shohei Ohtani News / Field Level Media / September 23

Dodgers activate Shohei Ohtani (knee, biceps) from 15-day IL

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated two-way star Shohei Ohtani from the 15-day injured list prior to Wednesday's home game against the San Diego Padres. Ohtani is in the lineup as the designated hitter and batting second behind Mookie Betts against Padres left-hander Robbie Ray.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23

Shohei Ohtani, Tarik Skubal set to return to Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up to defend its consecutive World Series titles. But know they need a healthy Tarik Skubal and Shohei Ohtani to boost the three-peat chances.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23

Notable Shohei Ohtani update emerges ahead of MLB postseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers have clinched the National League West. But right now, the only thing they can think about is getting Shohei Ohtani back for the playoff stretch.

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Tyler Glasnow News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23