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With the San Francisco Giants in the midst of spring training to prepare for the 2026 season, there’s no denying a tough road ahead to win the NL West with the star-studded Los Angeles Dodgers and other impressive teams. As Giants star Matt Chapman gave his first impressions on new manager Tony Vitello earlier, he […]

As the New York Yankees are in the midst of spring training, the team is preparing for the upcoming 2026 season, and the one player who has been showing out is Spencer Jones. While the Yankees work to improve until Opening Day in the hopes of making some noise, the rookie in Jones looks to […]

With the Los Angeles Dodgers looking for a World Series three-peat, there’s no denying the team is motivated by the spending they’ve not only been doing this offseason, but in past years. Like with the Dodgers giving star Kyle Tucker a big contract, there have been people on both sides supporting and calling out the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an embarrassment of riches when it comes to talent. Of course, they are led by the two-time reigning National League MVP, Shohei Ohtani. While he may be the favorite to win the award for a third straight season, New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto has other plans. Soto recognizes what […]

While Shohei Ohtani is expected to play a irreplicable role on Team Japan in the World Baseball Classic, he won’t be pitching. He is saving his arm for when the Los Angeles Dodgers begin their 2026 campaign. Before leaving for the WBC, Ohtani got some extra work in on the mound. On Sunday, the reigning […]

Shohei Ohtani showed off his quick reflexes during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ spring opener, narrowly avoiding a hard line drive from teammate Hyeseong Kim. The moment, caught on camera, had Ohtani jumping aside as Kim’s shot flew past, then giving him a mock-serious glare. Moreover, the game quickly became one-sided as the Dodgers raced to […]

With the Los Angeles Dodgers signing Kyle Tucker and Edwin Diaz to further improve their star-studded team, one player who will continue to reach new heights, no one has seen before his two-way sensation, Shohei Ohtani. As spring training for the Dodgers is underway, the latest update regarding the overall health of Ohtani could signal […]

The New York Yankees are headed into another season with World Series aspirations during Aaron Judge’s prime. Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr is a part of the core, and he certainly does not lack confidence. Chisholm says he will be the second player to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases, behind Shohei Ohtani. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to begin spring training and prepare for the 2026 season. While the club focuses on potentially winning its third straight World Series, it sounds like manager Dave Roberts expects a big year out of Mookie Betts. While talking with media members on Wednesday, Roberts claimed that he believes Betts […]

Fans eagerly await season three of Shohei Ohtani in a Los Angeles Dodgers uniform. Ohtani has become everything L.A. envisioned when the Dodgers signed him for $700 million in Dec. 2023. He’s such a big draw for the MLB that even Dodgers fans have traveled to Arizona to watch him in Cactus League action. But […]

With the Los Angeles Dodgers preparing in spring training for the 2026 season in the quest to win another World Series, one vital player who is looking to come back better than ever is star Mookie Betts. As the Dodgers’ star in Betts is looking to feel better offensively, his place in a star-studded batting […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has already checked off many boxes in his quest to become an all-time great, but there is still one major accomplishment he has yet to attain. Now more than two years removed from his second significant elbow surgery, and more than a year removed from shoulder surgery, the four-time […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers plan to use Shohei Ohtani once again on the mound during the 2026 Major League Baseball season. Ohtani has been bothered by injuries the last few years, which limited his pitching with the team. Ohtani is showing no signs of injury, though, at Dodgers spring training on Tuesday. The star was […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently preparing to defend their World Series title from a year ago when the MLB regular season gets underway in late March. Before that, the World Baseball Classic will take place earlier in the month, and multiple Dodgers players will be participating in the festivities, including superstar Shohei Ohtani. Now, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers delivered an early spring training highlight when reliever Alex Vesia struck out Shohei Ohtani during live batting practice at Camelback Ranch. What unfolded during a routine February workout quickly captured attention, as the lefty-on-lefty showdown brought postseason-level intensity to the practice fields. Vesia, a key high-leverage arm in the Dodgers’ bullpen, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a huge move in the offseason by signing closer Edwin Diaz to a three-year, $69 million contract. On Friday, fans got their first glimpse of Diaz in uniform while pitching alongside Shohei Ohtani during a bullpen session at spring training. In the video, both Diaz and Ohtani threw some pitches, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will enter the 2026 campaign in search of their third straight World Series title. All-Star Shohei Ohtani will undoubtedly be a major part of the team’s year, and might be even more impactful than he was last year. ESPN’s Alden Gonzalez confirmed that Ohtani will be able to serve as a […]

Shohei Ohtani returned to the mound in 2025 after not pitching in 2024 after undergoing Tommy John surgery and suffering a torn labrum in his left shoulder. However, he is expected to begin the new campaign in the starting rotation once again, and pitching coach Mark Prior believes Ohtani is in for a big season […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is preparing for the release of his first children’s book, a project centered on his dog Decoy, who has become a recognizable figure in Major League Baseball culture. The illustrated book, titled Decoy Saves Opening Day, is scheduled for release on February 3 and will be published by HarperCollins. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers remain both a hungry and powerful team as they are in pursuit of their third consecutive World Series title in 2026. The thought of putting the strongest team available on the field is foremost in the minds of the Dodgers management staff, including team president Andrew Friedman. Roki Sasaki said it […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani will be a designated hitter for Team Japan in the World Baseball Classic. However, there has been speculation about the two-way phenom pitching in the WBC. On Saturday, Ohtani and the club set the record straight on his pitching status for the highly coveted event. Reports indicate that the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter the 2026 season with history firmly in sight as they chase a three-peat. As expectations rise, the focus has shifted beyond talent to clubhouse cohesion, and few players offer more understanding than veteran Max Muncy, one of the organization’s longest-tenured leaders and the franchise’s all-time postseason home run leader with […]

Despite the constant winning of the Los Angeles Dodgers, it looks like next season will be no different due to the additions the team has made, plus how good the ball club already is. As the Dodgers sport a star-studded lineup, another area that is getting a lot of buzz is their starting pitching, an […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers had plenty to celebrate Saturday night, but the biggest surprise did not belong only to Shohei Ohtani. After claiming another NL MVP, attention shifted to Decoy and a brand-new honor called Most Valuable Dog, giving the Dodgers an unexpected second reason to cheer. The BBWAA unveiled the playful award at its […]

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani was formally honored Saturday night at the 101st annual New York Baseball Writers’ Association of America (BBWAA) Awards Gala, where he accepted his latest National League Most Valuable Player award and delivered a heartfelt speech in English lasting over two minutes. The event was held at the Hilton […]

Going into 2026, the Los Angeles Dodgers will once again be the team to beat for three reasons. They are the defending World Series champions, Shohei Ohtani is the reigning MVP, and Kyle Tucker signed a $240 million contract for four years.  However, their two top sluggers are only receiving a total of $3 million […]

There is no getting around the fact that Shohei Ohtani is the face of the Los Angeles Dodgers. In fact, he is arguably the face of baseball. Ohtani is coming off his fourth MVP season and helping lead the Dodgers to their second straight World Series title.  The fandom surrounding him is palpable, so much […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are on top of the world. In October, they won their second consecutive World Series. This week, they scored big by signing free agent slugger Kyle Tucker to a $240 million deal. As a result, the Dodgers have one of the best lineups on paper. All one has to do is […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers keep bending the financial map. The Kyle Tucker signing pushed the Dodgers past another historic line. According to Spotrac, Los Angeles now carries $2.11 billion in guaranteed salary once deferred money is included. That figure now sits at the center of MLB Free Agency conversations. This is not reckless spending. It […]

Clayton Kershaw, while he may be retired from MLB, is making one last run during the upcoming World Baseball Classic. But Team USA apparently shouldn’t rely on him striking out former Los Angeles Dodgers teammate Shohei Ohtani anytime soon. Kershaw, who announced his retirement in September and finished his MLB career with the third World […]

New insight into one of baseball’s most significant modern acquisitions surfaced this week as former general manager Billy Eppler revisited the Los Angeles Angels’ successful pursuit of Shohei Ohtani. Eppler reflected on the 2017 recruitment process that brought the two-way superstar to Anaheim and reshaped expectations across the sport. Speaking on MLB Network, Eppler explained […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently in the midst of the 2025-26 MLB offseason, a few months removed from having won the 2025 World Series championship in seven thrilling games against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Dodgers have continued adding talent to their loaded team this offseason, recently signing former New York Mets reliever Edwin […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently won their second consecutive World Series title. Shohei Ohtani played a major role in helping Los Angeles win the championship. Now, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts gave his take on what he has learned from managing Ohtani on MLB Network. “There's a crazy, crazy competitiveness to win… he just wants to […]

It’s no surprise that the Los Angeles Dodgers pay more in salary to their players than any team in Major League Baseball. However, the difference between the Dodgers and the second-place New York Mets is shocking. Additionally, the difference between what the Dodgers spend on player salary and the 30th-ranked Miami Marlins is an issue […]

Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki and Yoshinobu Yamamoto won the World Series together with the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 MLB season. Can they win on a bigger stage as a trio again in 2026, when the next edition of the World Baseball Classic rolls around? Ohtani has already announced that he will be suiting […]

Between injuries and underperformance, Anthony Rendon’s tenure with the Los Angeles Angels has been a disappointment so far. With one year remaining on his contract, rumors have suggested that Rendon may retire before the 2026 MLB season. New Angels manager Kurt Suzuki is not assuming anything until he hears news from a reliable source, however. […]

Shohei Ohtani is already considered by many to be the GOAT of baseball. The Los Angeles Dodgers star’s unique blend of hitting and pitching prowess has now translated to team success, winning two rings for his team. His individual brilliance cannot be understated. What might go under the radar, though, is Ohtani’s kindness off the […]

Undoubtedly, Shohei Ohtani is on top of the world. He is fresh off his third MVP season that included a second straight World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers.  At this point, what more is there for him to do? Well, retaining Japan’s title as the defending champions of the World Baseball Classic this […]

It’s been a busy offseason in the Bay Area, as the San Francisco Giants have attempted to bolster their starting pitching to become a more well-rounded team. With the Detroit Tigers’ Tarik Skubal potentially headed toward free agency next year, the Giants suddenly have a pitcher they could be chasing to improve their starting rotation. […]