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This Day In Dodgers History: Éric Gagné Suspended For Violating MLB Terms

On April 29, 2005, Los Angeles Dodgers closer Éric Gagné was suspended two games and fined an undisclosed amount for violating terms that had previously been given to him by MLB.

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Dodgers Vs. Diamondbacks Game Preview: First Matchup Since 2023 NLDS

After winning five of the first six games on their road trip, the Los Angeles Dodgers begin a series against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. It marks the first meeting between the teams since the 2023 National League Division Series, when the Diamondbacks swept the Dodgers in three games.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / 4 hours ago

Max Muncy, Freddie Freeman Downplay Diamondbacks Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers were unable to complete the sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday, but have been able to win five of their last six games. The final leg of their road trip is a series against the Arizona Diamondbacks in what’s also the Dodgers’ first visit to Chase Field since last October.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Blue Jays announcer discusses fans booing Shohei Ohtani

It was the first time the Dodgers played north of the border since the Blue Jays' failed offseason pursuit of Ohtani.

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MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 46 minutes ago

Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Monday, April 29, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers (18-12) are favorites (-131) on the moneyline when they square off against the Arizona Diamondbacks (13-16) Monday at 9:40 PM ET, live on SportsNet LA.

Will Smith News / Dodger Blue / 1 hour ago

Will Smith Makes MLB History With Hits During Blue Jays Series

Will Smith has been a key contributor for the Los Angeles Dodgers since making his MLB debut in 2019, and that is once again holding true this season. Smith has jumped out to perhaps the best start of his career as he enters play Monday hitting .367/.404/.520 with nine doubles, two home runs and 21 RBI in 109 plate appearances (25 games).

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / 3 hours ago

Dave Roberts: Dodgers Use Bullpen Games To ‘Protect’ Starters With Extra Rest

The Los Angeles Dodgers dropped their series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays, 3-1, as they were unable to get anything going against Kevin Gausman.

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / 2 hours ago

Dave Roberts: Dodgers Bullpen Games Help ‘Protect’ Starting Pitchers

The Los Angeles Dodgers dropped their series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays, 3-1, as they were unable to get anything going against Kevin Gausman.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / 31 minutes ago

Dodgers notes: Freeman, D-Backs series, Paxton, Betts

Freddie Freeman is the son of Canadian parents and has played with Team Canada during the World Baseball Classic. For the first time since Aug. 2019, Freeman returned to Canada to face the Toronto Blue Jays and played in front of his father and in his parents’ home country.

Gus Varland News / Dodger Blue / 1 hour ago

Gus Varland On Dodgers Taxi Squad For Road Trip

The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen has cycled through multiple relievers on the fringes, with Gus Varland among those to have spent time up with the team so far this season.

Ryan Ward News / True Blue LA / 1 hour ago

Ryan Ward homers twice for OKC, Jordan Thompson grand slam for Rancho

A recap of Sunday in the Dodgers minor leagues A recap of a busy Sunday in the Dodgers minor leagues. Rancho Cucamonga shortstop Jordan Thompson doubled and homered on Sunday, the latter a grand slam in the third inning.

Freddie Freeman News / Field Level Media / 6 hours ago

Coming off loss, Dodgers hopeful Freddie Freeman found swing

Freddie Freeman's power stroke has been missing for the bulk of the 2024 season. But Freeman finally hit his second homer of the season on Sunday and he looks to inflict more damage when the Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix.

Andy Pages News / ThinkBluePC / 12 hours ago

Dodgers Prospect Watch: Is Andy Pages Here to Stay?

One of the central themes surrounding the Los Angeles Dodgers so far in 2024 is how they quickly go from scorching hot one day to ice cold the next, particularly on offense.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / 9 hours ago

Blue Jays Had Interest In Teoscar Hernández Before Signing With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ weekend series against the Toronto Blue Jays largely centered around Shohei Ohtani amid false reports that he was close to signing during the offseason, but it also marked the return of Teoscar Hernández, who spent six seasons north of the border.

Fernando Valenzuela News / Dodger Blue / 1 hour ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Sets MLB Record With 41 Consecutive Scoreless Innings

On April 28, 1985, Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela made baseball history by setting an MLB record with 41 consecutive scoreless innings.

Freddie Freeman News / Dodger Blue / 1 hour ago

Freddie Freeman Enjoyed ‘Special’ Visit To Toronto

Freddie Freeman grew up in Southern California and played high school baseball at El Modena in the city of Orange. He was committed to play collegiately at Cal State University, Fullerton, before being taken by the Atlanta Braves in the second round of the 2007 MLB Draft.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Dodgers RHP explains departure from game vs. Blue Jays

The righty made a career-high 21 starts with the Rays last year after pitching just 212 2/3 combined innings for the Rays between 2019 and 2022.

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays lost their second straight series, falling 4-2 to the Dodgers

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / ClutchPoints / April 27

Dodgers make important pitching roster moves

The Los Angeles Dodgers (18-11) are off to a hot start, as they currently hold a four-game lead for first place in the NL West. However, as Los Angeles is stacking wins, it’s also stacking pitchers on the injured list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / 4 hours ago

Mookie Betts, Tyler Glasnow lead streaking Dodgers past Blue Jays

Mookie Betts had three hits, one RBI and a stolen base, right-hander Tyler Glasnow struck out nine and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 on Saturday afternoon.

Nabil Crismatt News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 27

Dodgers Select Nabil Crismatt’s Contract

The Dodgers have selected the contract of right-hander Nabil Crismatt from Triple-A. Right-hander Nick Ramirez was sent to Triple-A to make room on the active roster, and righty Kyle Hurt was moved from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL to create a 40-man roster spot.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / April 27

Dodgers Manager Praises Players Extra Efforts to Embrace Clubhouse Culture

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a huge win against the Toronto Blue Jays in their recent outing. Despite their slow start, the franchise has dominated the National League West.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts drops Clayton Kershaw, Walker Buehler injury updates

The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the National League West, but they have endured some inconsistent moments to begin the 2024 season. Expectations are high for LA following their huge offseason.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / FirstSportz / 5 hours ago

Watch: Yoshinobu Yamamoto makes insane face-saving catch against Nationals

Yoshinobu Yamamoto might have just made the play of the year. In the game against the Washington Nationals, the Japanese pitcher showed off his quick reflexes to make an insane face-saving catch.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / 14 hours ago