Los Angeles Dodgers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mookie Betts Took On Shortstop Role To Help Teoscar Hernández

Heading into the 2024 season the Los Angeles Dodgers planned a significant change for Mookie Betts to be their starting second baseman. Betts’ career as a Gold Glove-caliber right fielder was seemingly coming to an end as the Dodgers sought to alleviate some of the physical toll on him.

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Dodgers Notes: Gonsolin, Snell, Ohtani

The Dodgers are set to get some rotation reinforcements this week, as manager Dave Roberts told reporters (including Mike DiGiovanna of the Associated Press) yesterday that right-hander Tony Gonsolin is expected to return from the injured list to start Wednesday’s game against the Marlins.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 27

Can you guess this Dodgers draft pick in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out what Dodgers player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. We’re back for another day of the True Blue LA in-5 daily trivia game.

Tony Gonsolin News / Dodger Blue / April 27

Tony Gonsolin Likely Making 2025 Debut During Marlins Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to activate Tony Gonsolin off the 15-day injured list for a start Wednesday in the series finale against the Miami Marlins.

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Paul Skenes News / Fastball on SI / April 27

Paul Skenes Made More Baseball History in Domination of Los Angeles Dodgers This Week

Pittsburgh Pirates ace starting pitcher Paul Skenes made baseball history on Friday night when he dominated the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Skenes, the reigning National League Rookie of the Year, moved to 3-2 as the Pirates won 3-0.

Tony Gonsolin News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin.

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a big announcement on Saturday night by releasing the information that starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin will be activated off the Injured List, and make his first start in 2025 on Wednesday against the Miami Marlins.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 27

Dodgers push across 4 runs in eighth to double-up Pirates

Teoscar Hernandez and Enrique Hernandez each homered in a four-run eighth inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers pulled away for a 8-4 victory over the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday to end a three-game losing streak.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / April 27

Dodgers snap three-game losing streak

Dodgers used a four-run eighth inning to even the series against the Pittsburgh Pirates by a final score of 8-4. The Dodgers put an end to their losing ways this week with an 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, snapping a three game losing streak.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 27

Recap: Teoscar Hernández Leads Dodgers To Win Over Pirates

The Los Angeles Dodgers had an uptick in offensive production and timely hitting to snap their three-game losing streak with an 8-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Eddie Rosario News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 27

Eddie Rosario elects free agency

Eddie Rosario elected free agency on Friday, according to his transaction log on MLB.com (h/t Eric Stephen of True Blue LA). The Dodgers designated the veteran outfielder for assignment last weekend when they activated Shohei Ohtani from the paternity list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 26

Dodgers gets rotational upgrade with return of 2022 All-Star

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series title defense season is off to a strong start. However, Dave Roberts faces a familiar problem: injuries to his pitching staff.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 26

Mets reliever exits with triceps soreness, IL stint likely

Mets reliever A.J. Minter left tonight’s game against the Nationals partway through the eighth inning. After the game, manager Carlos Mendoza revealed that the left-hander exited due to soreness in his triceps.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 26

Dodgers activate ex-Yankees pitcher in latest roster move

The Los Angeles Dodgers and manager Dave Roberts are adding a new reliever. Interestingly, it is one that Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees moved on from.

Tyler Glasnow News / True Blue LA / April 26

Dodgers on Deck: Sunday vs. Pirates

The Dodgers and Pirates close out their weekend series on Sunday at Dodger Stadium, with Tyler Glasnow facing the team that drafted him, the team for whom he played in his first three major league seasons.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 26

Dave Roberts Makes Max Muncy Announcement Amid Dodgers' Struggles

After the Los Angeles Dodgers’ scorching hot 8-0 record to begin the season, they have come back down to earth and limped through much of April, going 8-10 in their last 18.

Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 26

MLB Insider Doesn't Expect Shohei Ohtani To Be Top 10 Pitcher Upon Returning to Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is set to make his return to the mound this season, but will he be the same pitcher he once was? MLB insider Bob Nightengale doesn't think Ohtani will be a top 10 pitcher in 2025, and understandably so since he is also the Dodgers' designated hitter.

Tommy Edman News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 26

Dodgers Could Upgrade One Position at Trade Deadline, Says Insider

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a historic offseason after winning the World Series in October. President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said the team's aggressive pursuits this winter was, in part, to avoid the trade market in July.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / April 26

Mookie Betts: Role As Dodgers Shortstop Is ‘Actual Fun For Me’

Mookie Betts entered the 2025 season as the Los Angeles Dodgers’ starting shortstop after getting his first extended opportunity at the position last year.

Andy Pages News / Dodger Blue / April 26

Andy Pages Gaining ‘Confidence’ At The Plate

The start of the 2025 season was a struggle for Andy Pages after he was handed the Los Angeles Dodgers starting center field job. Pages batted just .167/.286/.283 in his first 70 plate appearances while making numerous mistakes on defense and running the bases.