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The Los Angeles Dodgers routed the New York Yankees in Game 2 of their World Series rematch. The Dodgers jumped all over Yankees starter Will Warren, hanging seven runs on him and chasing him from the game in the second inning. LA took the lead early and ran the score up to 14-1 after five […]

The New York Yankees received their best offense from a California native inside Chavez Ravine. Aaron Judge smacked not one, but two home runs. But the Lodi native was the only scorer for the Yankees against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The right-handed hitter sent this pitch sailing 425 feet near center field. Judge’s blast occurred […]

After watching Shohei Ohtani earn his flowers as the MLB home run king, Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh has officially placed the reigning and defending MVP on notice, tying “Showtime” for the home run lead with his 22nd bash of the season. Taking the plate against Bailey Ober, Raleigh blasted the ball 383 feet out […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitching situation is getting dangerously close to dire. With 14 pitchers on IL, from Cy Young-winning starters like Blake Snell to World Series relief heroes like Blake Treinen, and everyone in between, Los Angeles has been taking chances on just about any bullpen options who hits the transaction wire, even if […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers kicked off a World Series rematch against the New York Yankees with a 8-5 win on Friday night. Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani traded home runs in the first inning, but the reining National League MVP had the last laugh with a second solo shot in the sixth. That isn’t the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have spent the 2025 season without Shohei Ohtani on the mound, relying on his bat as he recovers from elbow surgery. Still, his reputation as a dominant pitcher continues to resonate across the league. Hall of Famer John Smoltz recently reignited that conversation with a bold statement shared via MLB Network’s […]

In a much-anticipated showdown between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers, fans were treated to a historic opening act at Chavez Ravine. AL and NL MVPs Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani both launched solo home runs in the first inning, marking the first time in MLB history that the reigning American and National […]

Two of the best teams in Major League Baseball are going to blows this weekend, as the Los Angeles Dodgers take on the New York Yankees. Game 1 of the series didn’t disappoint, as both Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge homered in the game. It was the first time that two reigning MVP winners homered […]

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star Shohei Ohtani blasted two home runs in their World Series rematch against the New York Yankees. His first came in emphatic fashion, a towering 417-foot solo shot on the very first pitch. That blast tied the game 1-1 and electrified the Chavez Ravine crowd. Later, after working a three-ball, one-strike count, […]

The reigning American and National League MVPs went head-to-head Friday night in a rematch of the 2024 World Series. The Los Angeles Dodgers hosted the New York Yankees and Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge put on a show. While Judge started things off with a deep home run to center in the top of the […]

Paul Goldschmidt is off to a hot start in his debut season with the New York Yankees. While Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani put on a show during New York’s World Series rematch with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Goldschmidt reminded fans that he has his own MVP Award with a shot to right center in […]

The Seattle Mariners got a bargain when they signed Cal Raleigh to a six-year, $105 million extension ahead of the 2025 season. The Platinum Glove catcher has been on an absolute tear this year and on Friday, he added to his impressive stats. Raleigh wasted no time, crushing the first pitch he saw in his […]

As the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers clash in the opening game of a three-game series, the stars have come out to shine. After Yankees captain Aaron Judge hit a home run in the top of the first to give his team the lead, Dodgers stud Shohei Ohtani came up to lead the […]

Ahead of the 2024 World Series rematch between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers, Yankees manager Aaron Boone discussed his captain Aaron Judge and Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani. In reports by the Associated Press and other outlets, Boone elaborated on the things that make each player unique. “I think Judge has been the […]

Shohei Ohtani joined the Los Angeles Dodgers before the 2024 season, and his decision immediately paid off. The Japanese slugger won the National League MVP en route to the first World Series championship of his career. In 2025, Ohtani has not slowed down, delivering another MVP-caliber season. His teammates, including former slugger Max Muncy, find […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani lit up the fireworks in Tuesday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field in Cleveland. Facing Cleveland starter Tanner Bibee in the top of the fourth inning, the reigning National League Most Valuable Player blasted an 83 MPH cutter for a home run that went 362 feet deep […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a two-game skid Monday with a 7-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians thanks to a dominant performance from Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The Dodgers’ ace seems to have a knack for getting the team back on track as Yamamoto stopped a four-game losing streak in his last start. The second-year pro has […]

Shohei Ohtani is the new master at setting the tone for the Los Angeles Dodgers. And is back at leading the league in home runs. This time the Cleveland Guardians watched Ohtani send another one high in the sky. Ohtani busted his latest homer off a 97 mph fastball. And that came on the opening […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are already one of the best teams in baseball, and a key reinforcement could be coming soon. Dave Roberts and company are still waiting for two-way star Shohei Ohtani to return to the mound after a long recovery from Tommy John surgery. Throughout the season, Ohtani has been taking small steps […]

Kodai Senga had no desire to sugarcoat his experience against Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani. When asked if he enjoys facing his fellow Japanese countryman, the Mets ace simply laughed and replied through an interpreter: “It’s not fun.” That sentiment became crystal clear on Sunday night at Citi Field. Senga’s second pitch of the game was […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers teased a potential Shohei Ohtani pitching sighting before Sunday’s contest. Ohtani instead smoked a Kodai Senga pitch for his latest home run. This time against the New York Mets. Ohtani blasted a 95 mph four-seam fastball that sailed to the upper deck. The left-handed batter sent the ball flying while two […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers feature a litany of injuries on the hill. The Dodgers forced themselves to sign Chris Stratton Sunday amid the pileup of ailments. Yet one injury received a “concerning” admission from Dave Roberts Sunday. The two-time World Series champion manager has gone without one key reliever for nearly a month. He shared […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani threw his first live batting practice session on Sunday and he could be getting close to joining the starting rotation. Ohtani is not the only Dodgers pitcher who could be returning to the mound fairly soon. Roki Sasaki — who is dealing with a shoulder injury, is expected to […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani threw his first live bullpen session on Sunday amid his current pitching rehab. According to Jorge Castillo of ESPN, the Dodgers two-way phenom threw 22 pitches to three hitters (five total at-bats). So how did Ohtani perform? “Some fist bumps for Shohei Ohtani after his simulated inning. Threw 23 […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are playing well for the most part in 2025. Their starting pitching could receive a pivotal boost soon, though, with the potential of Shohei Ohtani returning to the mound. Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes provided the latest Ohtani pitching update on Sunday, via MLB Network Radio. “It amazes me watching him […]

The Los Angeles Angels have had a storied history that has included nine division titles, one American League pennant, and one World Series championship. While recent history has not been kind to them, they still have a rich history of talented players who have helped them achieve great feats. Many talented players are in team […]

New York Mets starting pitcher David Peterson reached an incredible feat against Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani. The Mets picked up a clutch 5-2 win over the defending champs to even the series heading into Sunday. New York entered 2025 with monumental expectations, but has hit somewhat of a rut recently. The schedule has […]

The defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers are in first place in the National League West. That’s where they usually are in nearly every season. But the Dodgers are being pushed hard in the division by the San Francisco Giants and the San Diego Padres. The fourth-place Arizona Diamondbacks are within reach as well. […]

The New York Yankees entered their series against the Colorado Rockies with two goals in mind. They want to win the series against one of the worst teams in the league, first and foremost. However, they also wanted Aaron Judge to finally hit a home run in Coors Field. It was the only ballpark he […]

With the New York Yankees beginning a three-game series against the Colorado Rockies on the road, the opportunity presented itself for Aaron Judge to expand his home run dominance. The 10th-year veteran has hit 331 career homers but he never went deep at Coors Field. That is, until Friday night. Judge launched a Tanner Gordon […]

While Shohei Ohtani is a good enough baseball player to win NL MVP in his first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, what truly makes him special is his ability to play both sides of the ball, showing he can pitch and hit at an elite level during his time with the Los Angeles Angels. […]

Shohei Ohtani and his former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara’s betting scandal caught the baseball world off guard in 2024. More than a year after Dave Roberts’ Japanese superstar fired Mizuhara for stealing money to cover gambling debts, a show covering the Los Angeles Dodgers star’s story has been sold by Lionsgate TV by Kevin Beggs. Beggs […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani continues to do his thing offensively, and sooner rather than later, it appears he will be back on the mound as well. The reigning NL MVP winner has been throwing bullpens as he recovers from Tommy John, and Tuesday marked a huge milestone in his eventual return. Ohtani threw […]

For all the uberteam hand wringing over the Los Angeles Dodgers during the offseason, it might be surprising to learn they’ve actually lost four straight games. Including a three-game sweep by the Los Angeles Angels. The Dodgers are in a bit of a slump of late as injuries have wiped out much of the starting […]

There’s the seventh inning stretch, then there’s the 30 inning one attached to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The latter is proving to be brutal for the defending World Series champs. Los Angeles returned to Chavez Ravine on Vin Scully bobblehead night Monday. The Arizona Diamondbacks swung with no mercy, though. L.A.’s National League West rival […]

“Break out the brooms!!!” That was the four-word mic drop the Los Angeles Angels posted on social media after delivering an unexpected but resounding message to the baseball world: don’t count us out just yet. BREAK OUT THE BROOMS!!! pic.twitter.com/itPRgbPTOF — Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) May 18, 2025 The last-place Angels stunned the Dodgers with […]

As the Los Angeles Angels faced off against the Los Angeles Dodgers, there was an interesting situation involving relief pitcher Kenley Jansen facing off against his former team. While the Angels pitcher in Jansen has been mentioned in trade rumors, he closed the game against the Dodgers, resulting in an 11-9 win, as Jansen speaks […]

Before Shohei Ohtani became an international superstar who looked like a steal on a $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, their cross-county rivals, the Los Angeles Angels, had a major decision to make regarding the two-way MVP. Originally lucking out by landing the Japanese slugger after a run with the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, […]

Shohei Ohtani is a leading candidate for the National League MVP. Ohtani’s prowess at the plate makes every at-bat must-see TV. However, he is still working on getting back to the second half of his game. His recovery from Tommy John surgery has kept him off the mound for almost two years. After today’s bullpen, […]