Dave Roberts Articles - Page 20

The Los Angeles Dodgers are playing well. They lead the National League West and are currently preparing for a big three-game series against the San Diego Padres. Chris Taylor, on the other hand, isn’t exactly setting the league on fire. That said, the Dodgers still believe in Taylor and there is reason for fans to […]

Noah Syndergaard was forced to leave his last start for the Los Angeles Dodgers due to a finger injury. Dave Roberts believes in Syndergaard’s recovery, but he has also devised a Dodgers backup plan just in case. Roberts is ‘hopeful,’ that Syndergaard will be able to make his next scheduled start on Monday, via Jack […]

Los Angeles Dodgers SP Noah Syndergaard exited Tuesday’s road game after just one inning versus the Milwaukee Brewers after suffering a cut on his finger. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts later said an IL move is “a possibility,” per Bill Plunkett. “But we want to give Noah and the training staff some time before we make […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers head to Wisconsin to take on the Milwaukee Brewers having won eight of their past ten games overall. Los Angeles most recently earned a 2-1 series win over the San Diego Padres and will look to keep their momentum going versus the Brewers. LA is sending Tony Gonsolin to the mound […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ 111-win season came to a devastating halt following their elimination in the 2022 NLDS against the San Diego Padres. San Diego upset Los Angeles in the series, winning the final game at Petco Park. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts addressed being back at Petco Park on Friday ahead of LA’s series opener […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts gave high praise to rookie pitcher Gavin Stone ahead of his debut Wednesday afternoon. Roberts compared Stone to another Dodgers pitcher, Walker Buehler. “I think he’s like Walker in some senses. Less chirpy. But I think the quiet confidence, certainly the build is similar. I think Walker is a […]

Bryce Harper is expected to return for the Philadelphia Phillies during their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts joked with Harper as he was taking grounders at first base. “Take three more days!” Dave Roberts yelled to Harper while he was taking grounders at first base, according to Jack Harris […]

James Outman and Max Muncy stole the show during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. Dustin May, however, performed well after previously dealing with struggles on the mound. May and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts reacted to his performance, per SportsNet LA. “I just keep feeling like I was attacking the […]

James Outman broke a 2-2 tie against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday night with a grand slam in the top of the ninth inning. The young outfielder has performed admirably to open the 2023 season for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Dave Roberts previously admitted that he’s been impressed by Outman’s play, and the Dodgers’ manager […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Mookie Betts could play shortstop again versus the Chicago Cubs over the weekend amid Chris Taylor and Miguel Rojas’ injury concerns, per Bob Nightengale. Roberts also made a hilarious “TMI” admission in the process, per Nightengale as well. “#Dodgers Dave Roberts said Mookie Betts might play SS again […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers haven’t started out the season the way they would have liked. Stars such as Freddie Freeman aren’t worried, however, as they understand all it takes is one winning streak to get back on track. On the other hand, many fans are overreacting to LA’s uninspiring start. Let’s take a look at […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs are currently gearing up for a weekend series at Dodger Stadium. For Cody Bellinger, Friday’s game represents more than simply a beginning to another series. Instead, it is his long-awaited return to Los Angeles after the Dodgers cut ties with him during the offseason. Bellinger had plenty of […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have gotten out to a so-so start to the season with their 5-4 record. As Dave Roberts looks to ignite a spark under the Dodgers, Los Angeles’ manager has come with a new plan at closer. Roberts didn’t necessarily name Evan Phillips the closer. However, Roberts said that Phillips would get […]

One of the primary narratives surrounding the Los Angeles Dodgers heading into the season was their assumed lack of star power in the lineup. Sure, LA still had Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman leading the charge, but people around the MLB world had questions about the overall lineup. The mistake those critics made, however, was […]

One of the classic pitching matchups of the last decade is on tap at Dodger Stadium Saturday night when Clayton Kershaw takes the mound for the home team while Madison Bumgarner does the same for the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks. Dave Roberts on the Kershaw-Bumgarner matchup: "I'll tell you, I think both those two guys going […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been one of the most consistent regular season teams over the past decade. Their playoff performance, however, has been far from ideal. Los Angeles has just one World Series championship over the past 30 years. Nevertheless, the Dodgers are always a threat in October, but can they take care of […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers feature no shortage of prospect potential. Pitchers such as Michael Grove and Ryan Pepiot are the front-runners to replace Tony Gonsolin in the pitching rotation amid Gonsolin’s expected injury absence to open the season. Bobby Miller, on the other hand, is LA’s top pitching prospect. The sky’s the limit for Miller […]

Cody Bellinger was once regarded as one of the best players in all of baseball. He won an MVP with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and also helped lead the ball club to their 2020 World Series victory. The Dodgers ultimately decided to move on from Bellinger this past offseason following a pair of down years […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided a hopeful update on injured starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin on Wednesday, telling reporters that Gonsolin is “throwing from 120 feet and able to put weight on his sprained left ankle,” according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Gonsolin reportedly suffered the injury during a team workout on March 6. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are entering a youth movement of sorts heading into the 2023 season. Diego Cartaya is a young and exciting prospect with superstar potential, while pitchers such as Michael Grove, Ryan Pepiot, and Bobby Miller will likely play a role for the Dodgers at some point this season. Additionally, Miguel Vargas is […]

Dave Roberts revealed a conversation he had with Team USA manager Mark DeRosa ahead of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Roberts said he discussed Los Angeles Dodgers players such as Will Smith and Mookie Betts, who are both playing for Team USA, with DeRosa. “I talked to DeRo (Mark DeRosa) about Will (Smith) playing every […]

Dave Roberts and the Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing to have either Ryan Pepiot or Michael Grove join the big league rotation if Tony Gonsolin is unable to go to start the season. The right-hander is dealing with an injury, although it isn’t considered to be too serious. Nevertheless, the Dodgers will potentially use a […]

As Tony Gonsolin battles through his ankle injury, his chances of being ready for Los Angeles Dodgers Opening Day are starting run thin. If Gonsolin were to miss Opening Day, manager Dave Roberts and the Dodgers seem to have a backup plan in place. If Gonsolin were to miss Opening Day, his rotation spot would […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ superstar right fielder Mookie Betts can play second base. It’s something that he’s discussed and even hinted that he prefers. The Dodgers previously stated that Betts will see more time at second in 2023, but Dave Roberts recently mapped out how many games he will play in right field and second base […]

Dave Roberts spent seven years managing Justin Turner on the Los Angeles Dodgers. While Turner might’ve left the Dodgers for the Boston Red Sox, Roberts was still shook seeing one of his former players go down with injury. In the Red Sox’s Spring Training matchup against the Tigers, Turner was forced to leave the game […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said LA is targeting Wednesday for Miguel Vargas to begin swinging a bat in games, per Jack Harris. Vargas suffered a pinky injury early in Dodgers camp. The injury wasn’t serious enough to keep him out of the lineup, but Roberts and the Dodgers didn’t want him swinging a […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ star pitcher Clayton Kershaw was initially expected to pitch for Team USA in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. However, it was recently revealed that Kershaw will not pitch in the WBC after struggling to obtain an insurance policy for the tournament. Kershaw is healthy, but it was previously reported that he’d take […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ head coach Dave Roberts has a number of important decisions to make ahead of Opening Day. The recent Gavin Lux season-ending injury made Miguel Rojas LA’s primary shortstop. Chris Taylor, who was originally in the center field conversation, is now expected to primarily play left field and shortstop. But Roberts still needs […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ head coach Dave Roberts shared his thoughts on Manny Machado’s 11-year, $350 million contract extension with the San Diego Padres, per Dodgers Nation’s Doug McKain. “I’m very happy for Manny. I love Manny,” Roberts said. “I love the way he plays the game. Heck of a baseball player. We’re going to have […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts wants to make sure that the team’s new double-play combination gets the chance to develop chemistry during spring training. Shortstop Gavin Lux and second baseman Miguel Vargas are expected to start a lot of Dodgers’ exhibition games together. “I think we’re going to do that a lot just to […]

Manager Dave Roberts hinted at the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup construction for the 2023 season, per Bill Plunkett. Although nothing is set in stone yet, Roberts said Mookie Betts leading off with Freddie Freeman, Will Smith, and Max Muncy following in the lineup (in that order) “makes a lot of sense.” JD Martinez could factor […]

The 2023 MLB season is getting closer but first is the World Baseball Classic. The Los Angeles Dodgers have a few players in the WBC, including Mookie Betts and Julio Urias. Betts is suiting up for Team USA, and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed an interesting position move. Yes, Mookie Betts is going to be […]

Noah Syndergaard threw off a mound during a bullpen session for a second consecutive day on Tuesday. The practice (throwing bullpens in back-to-back days) is uncommon for most pitchers, but Syndergaard said he prefers to work off a mound as compared to flat ground. Los Angeles Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts reacted to Syndergaard’s consecutive bullpen […]

Jason Heyward is looking to revitalize his career this upcoming this season with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Heyward has a big supporter in Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts, who sees big things in the outfielder’s future. Heyward signed a minor league deal with the Dodgers back in December. However, he has been in Los Angeles’ major […]

MLB’s new rules are expected to increase action and lead to further excitement. The league even implemented bigger bases to improve player health and encourage teams to steal more bases. Los Angeles Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts is looking to take advantage of MLB’s new bases and rules by challenging his players to be more aggressive […]

Dave Roberts and the Los Angeles Dodgers have been the team that has probably been most affected by the sign-stealing era of the MLB. And while teams are moving on from the issue, it’s still something that lingers in the back of their minds as a “what-if” scenario had sign-stealing not been so prevalant during […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have ruled the National League West for years, having captured the division title in 9 of the past 10 seasons. Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts has full respect for the competition, but there is no lack of confidence as the team prepares for the 2023 season. Roberts believes the Dodgers will […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts knows that all big-league players are going to have a period of adjustment as they get used to new rules that are going to impact the game on the field this year. He believes the players who are participating in the World Baseball Classic will have a tougher time […]

The start of spring training for the Los Angeles Dodgers means it is time for manager Dave Roberts to assess the condition of his players. When asked what he thought of rightfielder Mookie Betts coming into camp with 8 additional pounds of muscle, Roberts said he didn’t realize that his superstar and perennial All-Star had […]