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Recap: Pete Crow-Armstrong Leads Cubs In Sweep Of Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers played another back-and-forth affair at Wrigley Field, and for the second consecutive game the night ended in disappointment as they lost 7-6 to the Chicago Cubs.

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Tony Gonsolin pitches into 6th in latest rehab start

Gonsolin allowed two runs in his longest outing since 2023, and lines up to pitch next on Tuesday, when the Dodgers will need a starting pitcher in Los Angeles.

MLB News / True Blue LA / April 23

Dodgers drop second straight one-run loss to the Cubs

Dodgers can’t hold a lead and lose a one-run game against the Cubs The similarities between the two games at Wrigley Field were evident. For the second time in as many days, the Dodgers did plenty of damage against an in-form Cubs starter, only to see things come crumbling down soon after.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Bleacher Report / April 23

Watch: Teoscar was doing Shohei’s HR celebration… but had no idea what it meant

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

The 'MLB home run leaders from 2024' quiz

The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / April 23

Dodgers get ominous news about top free-agent signing

The Dodgers' pitching depth has already been tested this season.

Rangers lose key part of lineup as two-time World Series champ lands on IL

Athletics place World Series-winning pitcher on IL amid flurry of roster moves

Twins' Royce Lewis gives injury update: 'Really close' to return

Pirates lefty reliever getting shut down for six weeks

Angels trade acquisition gets designated for assignment after ERA balloons to 11.57

Phillies designate son of legendary pitcher for assignment

Blake Snell News / Field Level Media / April 23

Dodgers shut down LHP Blake Snell (shoulder) from throwing

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell had a setback in his recovery from inflammation in his pitching shoulder. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Wednesday that Snell "didn't feel great" after playing catch on Tuesday and will be shut down from throwing.

Ben Casparius News / True Blue LA / April 23

Dodgers vs. Cubs game VII chat

The Los Angeles Dodgers will play the Chicago Cubs for the final time in the 2025 regular season. Ben Casparius will take the ball on what figures to be a bullpen game for Los Angeles.

MLB News / True Blue LA / April 23

Dodgers on Deck: Friday vs. Pirates

Yoshinobu Yamamoto vs. Paul Skenes in the series opener Friday night at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. After a taxing two games for the bullpen at Wrigley Field, the Dodgers will happily accept an off day to rest on Thursday.

Blake Snell News / Dodger Blue / April 23

Blake Snell Update: Dodgers Shut Down Throwing Program

The Los Angeles Dodgers moved quick in free agency to sign Blake Snell, and his addition represented a significant boost for a starting rotation filled with talent and depth, but standing to benefit from another frontline pitcher joining the group.

Blake Snell News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 23

Dodgers' $182M free-agent signing suffers injury setback

Dodgers' $182M free-agent signing suffers concerning injury setback

More information will likely be revealed in the coming days as the Dodgers conduct more tests, but it’s obviously not encouraging for him to have any kind of setback.

Astros named as trade fit for Rays All-Star, with Jose Altuve catch

Cubs' Matt Mervis trade is already looking very bad

NL knee-jerk reactions: Pitiful Rockies could set unwanted record

The most overpaid & underpaid players at every MLB position

The 'Left-handed Cy Young Award winners' quiz

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 23

Dodgers All-Star Has Wrist Injury, Out of Lineup vs Cubs

Will Smith is not in the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs because of an injury. According to David Vassegh of AM-570 on Twitter/X,

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 23

This Day In Dodgers History: Gil Hodges & Pee Wee Reese Reach Milestones

On April 23, 1958, Gil Hodges and Pee Wee Reese reached historic milestones in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 7-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 23

MLB Insider Explains Reason for Recent Dodgers Pitching Injuries

The Los Angeles Dodgers came into the 2025 season with a loaded pitching staff that features Cy Young award winners, All-Stars, and high-leverage back-end of the bullpen arms.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 23

Dodgers Pitcher Explains Absence From Donald Trump White House Visit

Joe Kelly, part of the Los Angeles Dodgers' 2024 World Series champion roster, told Rob Bradford on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast why he did not visit the White House with his teammates on April 7.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Former Dodgers All-Star on Pace to Set Incredible Unwanted Record

Players going on hitless streaks is quite common with the level that MLB pitchers have attained today. However, Joc Pederson has had a hitting drought that can only be described as demoralizing.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / April 23

Shohei Ohtani Feeling ‘Pretty Good’ During Bullpen Sessions

Before the season began, manager Dave Roberts indicated the Los Angeles Dodgers hoped to have Shohei Ohtani pitching for them sometime in May, but the reality of the situation has changed.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 23

Former Dodgers All-Star Yasiel Puig Almost Hit in Head Leading to Benches-Clearing Incident in KBO

The Los Angeles Dodgers once had an All-Star named Yasiel Puig who took the league by storm. Known for his athleticism, passion, and even on-field comedy, his undeniable power and speed were a sensational combination during his six seasons in L.A.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Dodgers Strangely Predicted to Cut Ties With Young Postseason Hero

The Los Angeles Dodgers are loaded, but there isn't a chance that Andrew Friedman won't do whatever it takes to put together a better roster at the deadline.

Mookie Betts News / Dodger Blue / April 23

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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 23

Dodgers Breakout Reliever Named Potential Trade Deadline Candidate By Insider

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a few key moves to make despite a productive start to 2025. There are 12 pitchers on the injured list and a center fielder is still needed on the roster.

Freddie Freeman News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22

Freddie Freeman’s wife roasted him for his shower injury

Freddie Freeman is back in the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers after suffering a somewhat embarrassing shower-related injury early in the year, but he still has not lived that whole ordeal down.

Roki Sasaki News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 22

Dodgers Pitcher Among Most Impressive Rookies in MLB, And It's Not Roki Sasaki

Roki Sasaki was the most anticipated rookie entering the 2025 season. The Japanese-born pitcher was expected to be the clear 2025 National League Rookie of the Year.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / April 19