Los Angeles Dodgers Articles - Page 15

The Los Angeles Dodgers became the first team to notch a win in the 2025 MLB season after they took down the Chicago Cubs in the first leg of the Tokyo Series at the Tokyo Dome on Tuesday night. Los Angeles’ 4-1 victory over the Cubs featured excellent pitching from the reigning World Series champions’ […]

Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani admitted to feeling some nerves returning to Japan. Ohtani and his Dodgers club played in Tokyo Tuesday, in the Tokyo Series. The Dodgers won a 4-1 game over the Chicago Cubs to start the Major League Baseball season. Every time Shohei Ohtani stepped up to the plate today, the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are off to a fine start to their 2025 MLB season, as they found a way to beat the Chicago Cubs in the first game of the Tokyo Series at Tokyo Dome on Tuesday via a score of 4-1. The reigning World Series champions missed the services of two of their […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman was scratched from the lineup for Tuesday’s game against the Chicago Cubs at the Tokyo Dome with left rib discomfort, the team announced shortly before the game started. It was a late announcement from the Dodgers, and it will be interesting to see if Freeman can play in […]

There is perhaps no one more interesting figure in the baseball realm right now than Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, who has a huge following from either side of the hemisphere. With the reigning World Series champions currently in Japan for the Tokyo Series against the Chicago Cubs, the Ohtani gets a bit more […]

Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers during the offseason after fielding pitches from a host of MLB teams. It was a predictable result, but if you ask some around the league, the road to get there was anything but ordinary. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic published a story on Monday that […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to take on the Chicago Cubs in Tokyo to open the MLB season. Star pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is expected to be at full strength this season after not pitching in 2024. Ohtani has been compared to many icons, but was most recently compared to Michael Jordan by Dodgers […]

The eagerly-anticipated Tokyo Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs will take place without a major star. Mookie Betts has been ruled out for the March 18-19 regular season games due to an illness. It is unclear what the three-time World Series champion is experiencing exactly, but his body has apparently undergone a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers Tokyo Series opener won’t have Mookie Betts. Fans hoping to watch the perennial All-Star won’t get that luxury. Betts is ruled out against the Chicago Cubs. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed to reporters Sunday that Betts is dealing with an illness. Betts made the overseas trip to Tokyo and took part in […]

While the MLB clubs visiting Japan were supposed to be the stars of the Tokyo Series, the Hanshin Tigers played their role as spoilers as well as they possibly could, which grabbed the attention of Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. The Tigers shut out not only Roberts’ Dodgers, but the Chicago Cubs as well […]

On Saturday, the Los Angeles Dodgers took part in an exhibition game against the Yomiuri Giants in preparation for the upcoming 2025 MLB season. The game marked the return of superstar Shohei Ohtani to his native country of Japan, as the contest was played in the famous Tokyo Dome. Understandably, the crowd was packed full […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing to play the Chicago Cubs in the Tokyo Series, but will Mookie Betts be available? The Tokyo Series officially begins the 2025 MLB season with LA and Chicago set to play, but Betts’ status is in question because he has been “feeling under the weather,” Fabian Ardaya of The […]

When Cardinals coach Ryan Ludwick first saw Quinn Mathews on the mound in 2024, one name immediately came to mind: Clayton Kershaw. Ludwick, a former MLB outfielder turned coach, didn’t take the comparison lightly. The legendary Dodgers left-hander is a two-time World Series champion, a 10-time All-Star, and a three-time National League Cy Young Award […]

For years, the New York Yankees have embraced the “Evil Empire” moniker, a title that symbolized their dominance, deep pockets, and relentless pursuit of championships. But according to team owner Hal Steinbrenner, those days may be over. During a recent interview, Steinbrenner acknowledged the financial gap between his franchise and the Los Angeles Dodgers, stating, “It’s […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have no shortage of star power on their roster as they look to repeat as World Series champions. Two of their stars, outfielder Mookie Betts and pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, were listed among the dream teammates in the MLB coming in at T-1. Betts’ character is one of the main things […]

The Boston Red Sox put together a strong body of work over the offseason, and they could emerge as a playoff contender when all is said and done. However, their additions pale in comparison to the Los Angeles Dodgers, who followed up their World Series victory by making their roster even more dangerous. In Alex […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have arrived in Tokyo, igniting a frenzy that rivals the most iconic moments in sports and entertainment history. The city is abuzz as Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Roki Sasaki return home, leading a star-studded team into two exhibition games and a two-game regular-season series against the Chicago Cubs at the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs are kicking off the 2025 MLB season in a series in Tokyo. The Dodgers are fresh off a World Series title and have loaded up once again. Both the Dodgers and the Cubs have Japanese stars on their rosters, which will make the Tokyo series exciting for local […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will head to Japan next week to face the Chicago Cubs in the 2025 Tokyo Series and while Clayton Kershaw remains sidelined as he continues to recover from toe and knee surgeries after the World Series, the veteran is planning to travel with the team overseas. Why, you ask? Because as […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an early start to the 2025 season thanks to their impending two games against the Chicago Cubs for the Tokyo Series, and that means having to make tough roster decisions at a much earlier date as well. To that end, the Dodgers had to trim the roster down, assigning quite […]

Spring Training is drawing to a close, and there’s nothing quite like putting a capper to the preseason by delivering an outstanding pitching performance. On Tuesday, Roki Sasaki delivered a gem for the Los Angeles Dodgers, pitching in four innings and allowing just one hit, two walks, while striking out two batters in what ended […]

Tony Gonsolin’s long wait to return to the mound will continue following the news that he suffered a back injury and will begin the 2025 MLB season on the injured list. That devastating setback opens the door for another right-handed pitcher who has been out of action for well over a year. Dustin May will […]

When news broke that Dave Roberts had agreed to a new four-year, $32,4 million extension with the Los Angeles Dodgers, it took the MLB by storm. One of the most successful managers in recent memory, the Dodgers skipper has won the NL West in all but one of his seasons with the team while winning […]

What Los Angeles Dodgers fans have long assumed is now official. Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Roki Sasaki will start games 1 and 2 of the Dodgers’ season in Tokyo against the Chicago Cubs, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported on Tuesday. The Dodgers and Cubs will participate in the Tokyo Series at the aptly named Tokyo Dome […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series in 2024 in five games over the New York Yankees. While their Fall Classic dominance is remembered, they were facing elimination during the playoffs. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told USA Today’s Bob Nightengale he was fearing his job when they were down to the San Diego Padres […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and manager Dave Roberts recently agreed to a $32.4 million contract extension, and although the deal is not official yet, the manager is looking forward to having that security moving forward. “I can’t talk about it so much, but obviously there’s some closure,” Dave Roberts said, via Bob Nightengale of USA […]

After winning the 2024 World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers went on to dominate the MLB offseason with an unprecedented spending spree. Los Angeles boasts a truly star-studded lineup as the organization improved on an already extremely impressive roster. LA scored one of the offseason’s biggest victories earlier this year when the team signed Japanese […]

Shohei Ohtani is headed to Fortnite. The Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar will be the first Major League Baseball player to get his own custom skin as part of a partnership between the video game franchise and MLB. Ohtani fans will have a choice between which skins to choose from. The game features three versions […]

Evan Phillips was a critical piece to the 2024 World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers’ bullpen, but he had mixed emotions watching his team play in the Fall Classic. Phillips sustained an injury during Game 6 of the NLCS against the New York Mets and did not pitch against the New York Yankees in the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers secured their latest massive contract. This time they’re ensuring Dave Roberts doesn’t drift off. The manager agreed to a blockbuster four-year deal that’ll pay him $8 million per year, per MLB Network baseball insider Jon Heyman Monday afternoon. That annual dollar figure is now a record-setting mark for an MLB manager. […]

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Michael Grove will miss the 2025 season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder, the team has announced. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters that Grove tried pitching through his injury last year. “He’s disappointed,” Roberts said, per the AP. “He’s already had Tommy John and […]

Future MLB Hall of Famer Albert Pujols wants to be the first player to cross the 700-home runs threshold and then become an MLB manager. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes that is a position Pujols would be well equipped for. “I love it,” said Roberts via USA Today. “It’s just really rare that […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up for the season opener against the Chicago Cubs in Japan on March 18. And reigning NL MVP Shohei Ohtani already looks to be in midseason form, blasting a home run in his spring training debut and putting any concerns about his recovery from shoulder surgery to rest. After […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers may be the most stacked team in the MLB, but even a team with as great of an assortment of riches as them can have its enviable depth tested by the injury bug. This was the case for the Dodgers last season, although they managed to survive in the playoffs and […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is widely regarded as one of baseball’s top hitters, but MLB’s all-time home run leader believes today’s game presents fewer challenges for batters. During an appearance on the “All The Smoke” podcast, Barry Bonds shared his perspective on how hitting has changed over time. Over his 22-year MLB career, […]

Major League Baseball’s all-time home run leader, Barry Bonds, recently shared his thoughts on Shohei Ohtani’s dominance and how the modern game differs from his era. While Bonds praised Ohtani’s skills, he also explained why he believes today’s game is easier for hitters compared to when he played. During an appearance on the “All The […]

Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw is returning to the team in 2025 for his 18th season in the majors. The Dodgers are bringing the three-time Cy Young Award winner back on a one-year, $7.5 million deal. However, Kershaw will open the season on the 60-day IL as he recovers from surgery. It’s unclear when […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have repositioned themselves to deliver one more record-breaking contract during spring training. This time manager Dave Roberts is due to become the recipient. The two-time World Series winning skipper and the franchise “have made strong strides” toward agreeing on an extension, per MLB Network insider Joel Sherman Thursday. Roberts is topping […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is easing Shohei Ohtani back during spring training. The two-time World Series winning skipper isn’t overusing his star at Camelback Ranch. Ohtani even has a personal at-bat goal he wants to hit before the Tokyo Series. But what’s the plan on the mound for Ohtani? Especially as he comes […]