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The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the World Series 3-0 as of this story’s writing. It has been a quality effort from LA, as they hold a commanding lead over the New York Yankees. Freddie Freeman has led the way, while the pitching has impressed. However, there is one Dodgers player who is quietly making a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are a win away from capturing the 2024 World Series crown after they won Game 3 in enemy territory. With Walker Buehler on the mound for Los Angeles, the National League champions humbled the New York Yankees anew, as the Dodgers won Tuesday night in the Bronx, 4-2. With that Buehler […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers head East with a dominant 2-0 lead in the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees. The National League champions won both games at home and on Saturday, starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto played a massive part. The Japanese righty tossed 6.1 innings of one-run baseball, allowing just one hit — a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are two wins away from taking home a World Series title after a 4-2 win over the New York Yankees in Game 2. The Dodgers were pretty much in control of the contest throughout Saturday night’s affair before a ninth-inning push nearly lifted the Yankees to a miraculous win. Late in […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers took a commanding 2-0 lead in the World Series with a 4-2 win over the New York Yankees Saturday night in LA. A day after delivering a walk-off grand slam in Game 1, Freddie Freeman made World Series history by going yard again in Game 2. Teoscar Hernandez and Tommy Edman […]

It was an emotional moment when Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman hit a walk-off grand slam to win Game 1 of the World Series in extra innings to beat the New York Yankees Friday night, 6-3. Besides Dodgers figures such as Mookie Betts and Dave Roberts celebrating the victory, Freeman’s father Fred would also […]

It was a spectacular moment when Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman had a walk-off grand slam to win Game 1 of the World Series against the New York Yankees, 6-3. While the Dodgers are now preparing for Game 2 Saturday, manager Dave Roberts and teammate Mookie Betts shared their immediate reactions to the extraordinary […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to defeat the New York Yankees in the World Series. Mookie Betts has helped the Dodgers throughout their World Series run, and he is unquestionably one of the best players in all of MLB. During an appearance on MLB Network before Game 1 of the World Series, Betts revealed […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing to face the New York Yankees in the World Series. While the focus will be on the matchup between Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, the Dodgers have another superstar who could end up stealing the show, Mookie Betts. Betts, the Dodgers star right fielder, is a former MVP, two-time […]

The 2024 World Series is set as the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees will meet in the Fall Classic for the 13th time. If you like star power, this is the series for you. Some of the game’s best will display their talents on the national stage, with this World Series likely to […]

After dropping Game 2 at home, the Los Angeles Dodgers regrouped in an impressive way as the NLCS shifted back to New York. The Dodgers’ bats caught fire at Citi Field and their pitching staff held the Mets’ lineup in check, and now Dave Roberts and company are one win away from advancing to the […]

It took just one swing for the New York Mets to shy away from pitching to Shohei Ohtani last night during Game 3 of the NLCS. But that change in strategy may have an unintended consequence in the form of another one of the Los Angeles Dodgers star players: Mookie Betts. After Ohtani crushed the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have taken control of their NLCS series vs. the New York Mets after winning Game 4, and taking a 3-1 lead heading to Citi Field for Game 5. While winning the pivotal game was impressive, how the Dodgers won is even more impressive. First, Shohei Ohtani scored four times after hitting […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani’s mini-slump was one of the biggest storylines heading into Game 3 of the NLCS. However, those worries were put to rest after Ohtani crushed an eighth inning three-run home run in the Dodgers’ 9-0 win over the New York Mets. Ohtani’s Dodgers teammate Mookie Betts addressed the criticisms that […]

Few players in Major League Baseball have captivated fans and fellow athletes alike as much as Shohei Ohtani. However, according to Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts, beneath the phenomenal dual-threat abilities, Ohtani is more relatable than one might assume. Speaking to the media, Betts offered a candid perspective on the Japanese sensation, emphasizing his […]

Mookie Betts and the Los Angeles Dodgers have punched their ticket to the NLCS. After beating the San Diego Padres 2-0 in their decisive Game 5 NLDS matchup, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts delivered an emotional postgame speech to his players in the locker room. And Betts, the former 2018 Red Sox champion, saluted the Boston […]

After watching Blake Treinen record the final out of the ninth inning, it seemed like the entirety of Los Angeles was celebrating at least a few more games of Los Angeles Dodgers baseball in Blue Heaven. Fans danced in their seats, the players celebrated on the field, and LA legends like Magic Johnson – who […]

Any clash of California sports teams will bring about a bit of chaos. Learning to capture and channel that energy for positive gains is crucial to winning championships, especially in postseason games. That is why Los Angeles Dodgers lead-off man Mookie Betts was honest about switching off social media before a win-or-go-home Game 4 against […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are one game away from elimination after the San Diego Padres’ bullpen stifled them down the stretch of Game 3 in San Diego. The bullpen didn’t allow a run after the third inning as the Padres held on for the 6-5 victory to take a 2-1 series lead. Losing Game 3 […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts is one of the best players in baseball, but he is in the middle of a long slump when it comes to the playoffs, as he is now 2-for-31 in the team’s last three postseason series, and is hitless in his last 22 playoff at-bats. During an off day […]

In a critical game that would determine the 2024 NL West title, Mookie Betts emerged as the hero for the Los Angeles Dodgers, hitting a decisive 2-run single that helped seal a 7-2 win over the San Diego Padres. The Dodgers will now enter the postseason likely receiving a first-round bye. This clutch performance at […]

After All-Star designated hitter Shohei Ohtani’s solo home run tied the game in the ninth inning, Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts’ walk-off home run sealed the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-5 victory against the Colorado Rockies. Instead of walking Ohtani to get to Betts, like Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington instructed his team earlier this month, […]

Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington’s decision to intentionally walk Shohei Ohtani to face Mookie Betts in extra innings on Tuesday night did not go according to plan. Ohtani was making his return to Anaheim in the game and fans were not happy to see the Dodgers star get intentionally walked. In a 3-2 game […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman missed the team’s three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles with a broken right middle finger. However, the eight-time All-Star made an explosive return from the injury in Friday’s series opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks with a first inning home run. In Saturday’s game against the Diamondbacks Freeman would […]

The Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef has been one of the most discussed topics in the entertainment world over the past few months. Los Angeles Dodgers stars Mookie Betts and Jack Flaherty shared their thoughts on the topic during a recent episode of On Base with Mookie Betts, via B/R Walk-Off. Dodgers stars support Kendrick Lamar Betts […]

Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are in the midst of historic seasons. Ohtani has already joined the exclusive 40/40 club and could become the first player ever to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season. Judge is having the best year for a power hitter since Barry Bonds and could become […]

There were an array of emotions present in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 3-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday afternoon. Thousands of hearts simultaneously skipped a beat when Shohei Ohtani was hit by a pitch near the inside of his left wrist in the eighth inning. The same thing happened just minutes later, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly designating veteran outfielder Jason Heyward for assignment, per Robert Murray of FanSided. Heyward is a quality veteran who can still help a ball club. However, he has struggled from an offensive standpoint in 2024. The Dodgers shared a message for Heyward after announcing the news. “Thank you Jason for […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers got former MVP Mookie Betts back from the injured list on Monday after he missed nearly two months with a fractured left hand. Despite the lengthy layoff, Betts was able to return to the lineup without a rehab stint in the minors. In his first game back, the Dodgers’ star went […]

Monday night in Milwaukee showcased stars returning to their best form. Los Angeles Dodgers Clayton Kershaw delivered his best start of the season. Mookie Betts, in his first game back in nearly two months, hit a home run and drove in three runs in the Dodgers’ 5-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. Kershaw’s outing was […]

Mookie Betts made an immediate impact upon his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup on Monday, coming back after two-months being sidelined by a fractured left hand. The eight-time All-Star mentioned that he would be using a hand guard for protection. He sustained his injury when a 98 mph fastball from Kansas City Royals […]

Mookie Betts will stay in an AirBnb while his Dodgers are in Milwaukee this week, thank you very much. The Dodgers’ everyday right fielder will opt not to stay with the team at the notorious Pfister Hotel, known in baseball circles as a haunted hotel. This is the second straight year that Betts has decided […]

Mookie Betts is back in the Majors. The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that they have activated their eight-time All-Star, designating Amed Rosario for assignment to make room on the roster. Betts will start in right field for the Dodgers after the team reversed course on its intention to play him at shortstop upon his return. […]

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts’ days of playing shortstop have ended. After Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he’s moving Betts back to right field before their four-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday, Mookie said the decision was “mostly mutual” when asked about the switch. “I think it was kind of a mutual […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have dealt with a lot injuries this season. However, they are preparing to welcome Mookie Betts back next week. Betts was slated to play shortstop upon his return to the diamond. A recent change from manager Dave Roberts has Betts playing elsewhere, though. Roberts revealed that Betts will go back to […]

When Mookie Betts comes off the Injured List, he will play shortstop and bat second, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed on Tuesday. Betts could return as soon as Monday in Milwaukee, according ton ESPN’s Alden Gonzalez. Betts has played 65 games this season at shortstop, as opposed to second base or right field where […]

The injury-plagued Los Angeles Dodgers are slowly returning to health and one of their biggest stars could return to the lineup soon. Mookie Betts told reporters on Monday that he no longer feels pain in the left hand he fractured in mid-June. “I don’t feel anything at all,” he said, according to Dodgers reporter David […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have weathered their injury spell enough to still lead the National League West by 4.5 games headed into play on August 5. And with Freddie Freeman set to return to the lineup after his son was discharged from the hospital, the team is getting a big bat back for their series […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were one of the most active teams at the MLB trade deadline, acquiring six players including pitchers Jack Flaherty and Michael Kopech. As the dust settled with the passing of the deadline, Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts shared some injury news that could have a significant impact on the team’s success this […]