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Los Angeles Dodgers News / CBSSports.com / August 12

Lakers sold for record-breaking $12.5 billion: Josh Kushner, Bob Iger buying NBA franchise from Mark Walter

Walter bought the team just 14 months ago; now, Luka Dončić and friends have new owners as they try to get back into title contention

Tarik Skubal News / Trade Talk Sports / August 12

Former GM Says Mets 'Have to Sign' Tarik Skubal This Winter

Tarik Skubal is a Los Angeles Dodger right now, but his future beyond the 2026 season is still very much up in the air. The reigning back-to-back AL Cy Young winner has expressed a desire to return to the Tigers this winter if possible, but we know money talks in free agency, which is why he was dealt to the Dodgers in the first place.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 12

Dodgers minors: Nico Perez’s second two-homer game of the season

Bobby Miller encountered some problems in his second appearance back from injury in Triple-A, and the Drillers overcame a blown save to beat the Travelers in walk-off fashion.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 12

Dodgers Updates: Will Klein And Dalton Rushing Possibly Avoiding Surgeries

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Blake Snell off the 60-day injured list and could welcome back Will Smith and Tyler Glasnow toward the end of the month or in early September.

Dave Roberts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 12

Dodgers Roundup: LA Demotes Veteran, Pitcher ‘Surprised’ to Be Traded, Dave Roberts Sends Message

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Kansas City Royals in walk-off 5-4 fashion on Tuesday evening to improve to 72-48 on the year. Two-time Cy Young award winner Blake Snell made his long-awaited return to the rotation and threw off a major league mound for the first time since May 9, his only other start of 2026.

Blake Snell News / EssentiallySports / August 12

'Was Fantastic': Dodgers Manager Delivers Bold Verdict After Blake Snell’s Big Night

“That’s the Snell that we’re used to seeing,” Max Muncy said after Blake Snell put up an absolute stunner at Dodger Stadium in his return. Right after the sixth inning, when Snell was headed to the dugout, he received a standing ovation from the crowd as Dave Roberts embraced him at the top step.

Max Muncy News / EssentiallySports / August 12

'Didn’t Need to Overthink It': Max Muncy Reveals His Approach During Crucial Dodgers Win

“Everyone’s trying, but I think the effort could still be enhanced and improved, and more focused,” Dave Roberts said. The Dodgers knew the kind of pressure and history they were under when they entered their home stadium to face the worst-ranked team in the AL Central, the Kansas City Royals.

Max Muncy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 12

Dodgers’ Max Muncy stuns Royals in extra winning with walk-off hit

It was evident that Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Max Muncy wasn’t very pleased with the Kansas City Royals on Monday, when cameras caught him mouthing off after striking out against reliever Jose Cuas.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 12

Dodgers rally past Royals in 10 after Blake Snell makes strong return

Max Muncy hit a game-ending single in the 10th inning, Blake Snell gave up one run over six innings with 10 strikeouts in his return from an elbow injury and the Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off a 5-4 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.

Max Muncy News / Dodger Blue / August 12

Recap: Dodgers Beat Royals On Max Muncy’s Walk-Off

Blake Snell was dominant in his first start back from left elbow surgery and Max Muncy delivered a walk-off single in the 10th inning. Many of the same

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Blake Snell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11

Blake Snell flashes Cy Young form early in highly anticipated Dodgers return

At long last, Blake Snell has finally made his return for the Los Angeles Dodgers. It didn’t long for him to prove why he is a two-time Cy Young winner.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani takes positive step toward pitching return

As the 2026 MLB regular season rapidly comes to an end, with teams fighting for playoff positioning and Pete Crow-Armstrong challenging to become the new NL MVP, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Los Angeles Dodgers is when Shohei Ohtani will take the mound next.

Kyle Tucker News / Viral Sports News / August 11

Dodgers Announce Notable Kyle Tucker Decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered Tuesday’s matchup against the Kansas City Royals with a pair of notable adjustments that signaled both urgency and optimism.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Dodgers Announce Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow News

Reinforcements are on the way for the mighty, but struggling Los Angeles Dodgers. The back-to-back World Series champions activated left-handed pitcher Blake Snell on Tuesday night to start against the Kansas City Royals.

Dalton Rushing News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11

Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing provides crucial injury, catching updates

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is recovering from an elbow injury. With catcher Will Smith injured as well, Los Angeles acquired Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia to help out at the position at the MLB trade deadline.

Blake Snell News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11

Dodgers Activate Blake Snell

The Dodgers have officially reinstated Blake Snell from the 60-day injured list. He’ll start tonight’s game against the Royals, who’ll run Michael Wacha in Game 2 of the series.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / August 11

‘Urgency’ Comes Into Focus For Dodgers And Dave Roberts

After a rough road trip, the Los Angeles Dodgers bounced back by defeating the Kansas City Royals on Monday night in Tarik Skubal’s home debut at Dodger Stadium.

Dalton Rushing News / Field Level Media / August 11

Dodgers C Dalton Rushing doesn't believe he needs UCL surgery

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing believes he can avoid surgery to repair the partially torn ligament in his right elbow. "I don't have to go lay on a table and get my arm cut open," he told The Athletic after the Dodgers' 6-5 win against Kansas City on Monday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / August 11

What's gone wrong for Tarik Skubal through first two Dodgers starts

Skubal hasn't necessarily been awful, but he also hasn't been his usual self in his first two starts since being traded from the Detroit Tigers to Los Angeles.

Dodgers get win in middling first home start from Tarik Skubal

'I'm not surprised': Tigers executive reacts to Tarik Skubal's reunion comments

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Tyler Glasnow News / Dodger Blue / August 11

Dodgers Updates: Will Smith Facing ‘Big Week’ & Tyler Glasnow’s Plan

The Los Angeles Dodgers are welcoming back Blake Snell on Tuesday as they continue to inch toward getting their roster healthy for the stretch run into the postseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11

Dave Roberts made a classy gesture for Derek Carr during Dodgers game

Dave Roberts won himself a high-profile fan on Monday for his kind gesture during a Los Angeles Dodgers game. Former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr was in attendance for the Dodgers’ game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / August 10

New Dodgers reliever could be sign for Edwin Diaz

On Monday, the Los Angeles Dodgers fortified their bullpen and perhaps reminded the scuffling Diaz that other options could exist for the closer's role.

Shohei Ohtani’s knee injury has opened the door in NL MVP race

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