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With Hernandez expected to be "an everyday guy" in right or left field, GM Brandon Gomes acknowledges that the "vast majority" of Mookie Betts' playing time will indeed...
January 16, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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The one-year, $23.5 million contract reportedly will pay Hernandez, who is expected to be the team's primary left fielder, $15 million in 2024 with $8.5 million deferred...
January 12, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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Admission to the annual event at Dodger Stadium is no longer free. Tickets are available for $10 each through the team's website.
January 12, 2024 at 1:35 PM -
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Dodgers receive two minor-league prospects, left-hander Jackson Ferris and outfielder Zyhir Hope, from Chicago, with physicals pending
January 11, 2024 at 11:35 AM -
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Controller Malia M. Cohen wants Congress to change the tax code so the state could collect more money from the baseball star.
January 9, 2024 at 11:35 AM -
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The two-time Silver Slugger Award winner helps balance the Dodgers' lineup by adding a dangerous right-handed bat.
January 7, 2024 at 8:35 PM -
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Designated for assignment last week, Hudson goes to Milwaukee for 18-year-old Justin Chambers, the Brewers' 20th-round pick from last year's draft
January 3, 2024 at 12:35 PM -
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According to details obtained by the Associated Press, Yamamoto will have two opportunities to opt out of his record $325M, 12-year contract, with the timing dependent...
January 2, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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Yamamoto, who says he probably still would have signed with the Dodgers even if Ohtani had gone elsewhere, is officially introduced as part of the team's $1.1 billion...
December 27, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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Saving innings at the start of the season, rather than an in-season break, might be the best way to limit his workload coming off his second Tommy John surgery
December 23, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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Consecutive NL Division Series flameouts led to urgency, and that led to several bold moves, which have likely made the Dodgers the most hated team in baseball (outside...
December 22, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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The 25-year-old Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who has won three consecutive MVP awards and Sawamura Awards (Japan's equivalent of the Cy Young), receives the largest guaranteed...
December 21, 2023 at 9:35 PM -
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A video message from Shohei Ohtani just added to Glasnow's excitement about joining the Dodgers and signing a contract extension.
December 18, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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The injury-plagued right-hander, out of Santa Clarita's Hart High, has elite talent and immediately goes to the front of the team's 2024 starting rotation
December 16, 2023 at 10:35 AM -
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A 30-year-old right-hander who made a strong return from Tommy John surgery last year, the former Hart High standout has often been considered one of the most talented...
December 14, 2023 at 7:35 PM -
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The Japanese star says: "I do prioritize winning. That was on the top of my list and that will probably never change That's one of the reasons why I chose this...
December 14, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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The future Hall of Famer does his first interview since his November shoulder surgery, saying he is "excited" to pitch again next season but gives no indication if he...
December 13, 2023 at 8:35 PM -
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Known as a "Key Man Clause," the provision is just another unique aspect to Ohtani's record-breaking 10-year, $700 million contract with the Dodgers.
December 13, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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After two seasons marred by knee injuries, the veteran reliever has agreed to a minor-league contract and will try to continue his career in 2024.
December 13, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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My (pre-elbow injury) guess in July was $701 million over 10 years, perhaps the most generous estimate one could find. Economic lessons live within Ohtani's...
December 13, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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The unprecedented level of deferred salary ($68M per year) was suggested by Ohtani and allows the Dodgers to reduce the impact to their payroll, freeing them up to add...
December 11, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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It's a record-setting contract that the two-way star agreed to with the Dodgers, but it will be surprisingly manageable.
December 11, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Lefty reliever Victor Gonzalez and minor-league infielder Jorbit Vivas were sent to the New York Yankees in exchange for Double-A shortstop Trey Sweeney.
December 11, 2023 at 11:35 AM -
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Ohtani's record contract reportedly includes significant deferrals, lowering its present-day value. And the Dodgers are certain to benefit with additional revenue...
December 10, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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With Ohtani leaving the Angels for the Dodgers, an unprecedented athlete accepts an unprecedented contract in hopes of brighter days ahead in Los Angeles
December 9, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Former Angels superstar ends the suspense after agreeing to a reported 10-year deal, the largest contract for any individual in North American sports history
December 9, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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Shohei Ohtani's free agent decision process has kept the rest of baseball in a holding pattern, front office personnel filling the Opryland Hotel in Nashville but...
December 6, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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The Dodgers have said they want to acquire one or two established starters this offseason, but might not be able to do that strictly through free agency.
December 6, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Manager Dave Roberts revealed the Dodgers had met with Ohtani "a couple days ago." That meeting was Friday, but President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman was not...
December 6, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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Plus, the columnists discuss the NBA Cup, bowl game defections and what the top of the NCAA may look like in the future.
December 6, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Still awaiting Shohei Ohtani's decision, the Angels have agreed to terms with reliever Luis Garcia and made progress toward other moves, GM Perry Minasian says
December 6, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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"Clearly, Shohei is our top priority," the manager said of meeting with Ohtani at Dodger Stadium "a couple days" ago to make their pitch to the free agent
December 5, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Manager Dave Roberts says he spoke with Betts recently about the move. "I think you get a better Mookie Betts by playing him at second base," Roberts says.
December 4, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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Other teams are in wait-and-see mode for the Japanese superstar, but the Dodgers have other priorities as well going into the three-day event in Nashville.
December 3, 2023 at 10:35 AM -
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The Dodgers declined a $9.5 million option and allowed the reliever to become a free agent, but now they are set to bring him back on a new, one-year contract
December 2, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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The 34-year-old Heyward resurrected his career with the Dodgers last season and became an important part of the team's clubhouse culture.
November 27, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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Taking care of minor leaguers, blending data and scouting, and communicating heady concepts to athletes are vital based on who and what are teams seeking
November 22, 2023 at 9:35 AM -
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Beltre and Colon are among 12 newcomers to the ballot, joining 14 holdovers. Among players with Dodgers or Angels ties, Andruw Jones (58.1%) was closest to the 75% of...
November 20, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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Friday was the deadline to tender contracts to any arbitration-eligible players or let them become free agents, and the Dodgers tendered contracts to all of...
November 17, 2023 at 7:35 PM -
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Acuña was the unanimous choice on the strength of his historic combination of power (41 home runs) and speed (73 stolen bases), with Betts finishing second on all...
November 16, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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Tuesday was the deadline to add eligible players to the 40-man roster and protect them from next month's Rule 5 draft.
November 14, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll and Orioles infielder Gunnar Henderson are unanimous selections for the NL and AL awards. Cleveland pitcher Tanner Bibee, a...
November 13, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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Betts, who hit .307 with a .408 OBP, a .579 slugging percentage and a career-high 39 home runs and 107 RBIs, has won the award three times as a Dodger. Four other...
November 9, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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The Dodgers check several boxes expected to be on Ohtani's wish list as he chooses his next employer, but they have actually not been big spenders in free agency since...
November 9, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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After Shohei Ohtani, teams can choose from a future Hall of Famer, a proven closer, and a couple of potential No. 1 starters in free agency.
November 8, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes acknowledges that adding "a starting pitcher or two" is a "priority" this winter, and that might require spending heavily in free...
November 8, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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Kershaw underwent shoulder surgery last week and will be sidelined for some portion of the 2024 season, but Friedman says the Dodgers still want him to finish his career...
November 7, 2023 at 7:35 PM -
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Betts and Freeman are among the top three vote-getters for the award, while teammate James Outman is a Rookie of the Year finalist.
November 6, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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The offseason agenda includes the pursuit of Shohei Ohtani – followed by the ripple effects of his decision – and a renewed commitment to building their...
November 6, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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The Dodgers will bring back veteran reliever Blake Treinen, who spent the 2023 season recovering from shoulder surgery. The team declined options on Kelly, Alex Reyes...
November 5, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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The Dodgers will pay the 36-year-old Lynn, who became the first pitcher in MLB history to allow four home runs in one inning of a postseason game, a $1 million...
November 3, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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In an Instagram post, Kershaw announced, "I am hopeful to return to play at some point next summer."
November 3, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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Columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss the issues of the week.
November 2, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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The 33-year-old Muncy, who played almost exclusively at third base in 2023, hit just .212 but had 36 homers and 105 RBIs. His new deal includes a club option for the...
November 2, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Mookie Betts is a finalist in the outfield and as a utility player; Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, Will Smith and J.D. Martinez are also finalists
November 2, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Seager, who won the award with the Dodgers in 2020, joins Hall of Famers Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson and Reggie Jackson as the only two-time World Series MVPs. He hit three...
November 2, 2023 at 12:35 AM -
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Traditional baseball broadcasts are pricing out some fans and boring others, but there might be an answer.
November 1, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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Lawsuit claims United officials and the Dodgers traveling secretary "blatantly" selected charter attendants who were "white, young, thin women."
October 31, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Howard was a four-time All-Star who slugged 382 home runs in a major league career that included a World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1963.
October 30, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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The airline denied the allegations that minority flight attendants were discriminated against because the Dodgers prefer "a certain look."
October 26, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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Betts, a Gold Glove finalist at right field and utility player this year, received the multi-position Fielding Bible Award, tying him with former St. Louis Cardinals...
October 26, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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The 36-year-old free agent-to-be announced the surgery, apparently a flexor tendon repair to address an issue he had been playing with for much of the season, with a...
October 25, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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The best independent-league teams would be motivated and talented enough to force even major league players to step up their games for three days. So why not fly them...
October 18, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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Friedman adds that Dave Roberts will be back as the manager and no staffing changes are planned after the team's second consecutive first-round playoff defeat.
October 17, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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The Dodgers are considered the favorites to sign Shohei Ohtani when he becomes a free agent in a couple weeks. But there are other directions the team could go.
October 16, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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They'll make a run at Ohtani, and they need to stockpile starting pitching – and yes, that includes No. 22.
October 16, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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Who's back? Who might be re-signed? Who might be gone? The Dodgers face challenging offseason choices after yet another early postseason exit
October 14, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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The Dodgers have won 211 games over the past two regular seasons but lost in their first postseason series each time, raising questions about the challenges of MLB's new...
October 12, 2023 at 7:35 PM -
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The National League Division Series sweep by the Diamondbacks means another 100-win season has been wasted.
October 12, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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The 35-year-old has signed 1-year deals to stay with the Dodgers the past two seasons, but a shoulder injury could lead him to retirement after 16 seasons
October 12, 2023 at 11:35 AM -
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Lance Lynn surrenders a postseason record four home runs in one inning and the Dodgers' offense never comes to life in a 4-2 loss. Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman...
October 11, 2023 at 9:35 PM -
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Stars like Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman and Ronald Acuña Jr. shrank from stardom when the NLDS round began, but there's more to the numbers than the performance...
October 11, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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If he does start on Thursday, it will be the first time since May 21 that the future Hall of Famer will only have four days between starts, though there would be plenty...
October 11, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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The Dodgers' Lance Lynn will take the mound against the Diamondbacks' Brandon Pfaadt as the Dodgers try to avoid elimination tonight at Chase Field in Phoenix.
October 11, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss what's going on.
October 11, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Betts and Freeman led the Dodgers' offense with MVP-level performances during the regular season, but they are 1 for 13 in the NLDS with the Dodgers on the brink of...
October 10, 2023 at 8:35 PM -
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The veteran, who will start Game 3 of the NLDS with the Dodgers' season on the line on Wednesday, liked Chase Field in its pre-humidor era. He should love it...
October 10, 2023 at 7:35 PM -
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The injury-plagued starting pitching was always a question mark, but the offense – allegedly the Dodgers' strong suit – has no-showed again and has the team...
October 10, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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After another short start, Brusdar Graterol, Ryan Brasier, Joe Kelly and Evan Phillips combined to keep Game 2 close in a 4-2 loss. All of them will be available again...
October 9, 2023 at 10:35 PM -
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They're in an 0-2 hole after another loss to Arizona, another reminder the postseason really is different.
October 9, 2023 at 10:35 PM