Dodgers Use Wild Card Watch Parties To Stay Connected During Bye
The Dodgers are combining scheduled workouts with team Wild Card watch parties as Dave Roberts looks to build greater togetherness before Saturday’s NLDS opener.
Edgardo Henriquez Nears NLDS Return After Final Bullpen Test
Edgardo Henriquez will face hitters in one more live or simulated session, and Dave Roberts expects the hard-throwing reliever to be ready for the NLDS if he responds well.
Tyler Glasnow Emerging As Dodgers’ Likely NLDS Game 4 Starter
Tyler Glasnow is currently the most likely option to start NLDS Game 4, and Dave Roberts does not expect to use him out of the bullpen early in the series.
Shohei Ohtani Changes Hitting Routine Ahead Of Dodgers’ NLDS Opener
Shohei Ohtani joined the Dodgers for on-field batting practice Wednesday as he uses the first-round bye to improve his timing and enter the NLDS healthier.
October Baseball Returns To Dodger Stadium With Triple-Digit Heat Possible
The Dodgers will open the NLDS at 1 p.m. Saturday at Dodger Stadium, where forecasts are calling for possible triple-digit temperatures during Game 1.
Mets Already Being Linked To Tarik Skubal Before Dodgers’ Postseason Begins
Tarik Skubal has not thrown his first postseason pitch for the Dodgers, but the Mets are already being connected to the impending free-agent ace as speculation surrounding his next contract begins.
Dodgers Bring Hyeseong Kim, Ronan Kopp Back For NLDS Workouts
Hyeseong Kim, Ronan Kopp and Josue De Paula are joining the Dodgers for NLDS preparation, but none has officially secured a postseason roster spot.
Kyle Tucker Has Chance To Rewrite Difficult Dodgers Debut In October
Kyle Tucker’s first Dodgers regular season fell short of expectations, but a strong October could quickly redefine his debut season in Los Angeles.
Dodgers’ NLDS Opponent Race Begins With Phillies-Braves Wild Card Series
The Phillies and Braves begin their Wild Card Series today, and Blue Dynasty contributor Austin Brubaker identified an Atlanta weakness that could influence the Dodgers’ NLDS bullpen.
Austin Brubaker To Host New Blue Dynasty Breakdown Show
Great Lakes Loons biostatistician Austin Brubaker is joining Blue Dynasty as host of a new live show focused on Dodgers prospects, roster construction, strategy and statistical analysis.
Dodgers’ Biggest October Questions Take Center Stage On Blue Dynasty Unplugged
The latest Blue Dynasty Unplugged examines Josue De Paula’s postseason role, Shohei Ohtani’s position in the lineup, possible NLDS opponents and the Dodgers’ final October roster decisions.
Josue De Paula’s Option Keeps Door Open For NLDS Return
Josue De Paula was optioned when Shohei Ohtani returned, but the timing of the move keeps the Dodgers’ top prospect eligible to rejoin the club for NLDS Game 1.
Dave Roberts Does Not Expect Dodgers To Use One Set Closer In October
Dave Roberts does not currently expect the Dodgers to use one designated closer in October, leaving Roki Sasaki, Tanner Scott and Edwin Díaz among several late-inning options.
Dodgers Squander 10 Hits In 5-1 Loss To Padres
The Dodgers collected 10 hits but stranded 12 runners in a 5-1 loss to the Padres as Shohei Ohtani returned from the injured list.
Blake Snell Lined Up To Return Saturday Against Giants
Blake Snell is lined up to return Saturday against the Giants after completing a bullpen session and recovering from the left-groin tightness that ended his previous start after one inning.
Dalton Rushing, Will Klein Take Steps Toward Potential October Returns
Dalton Rushing faced live pitching and Will Klein threw a simulated inning Tuesday as both injured Dodgers attempt to become options during the postseason.
Tarik Skubal Expected To Rejoin Dodgers Ahead Of Friday Start
Tarik Skubal is expected to rejoin the Dodgers Thursday and remains lined up to start Friday’s series opener against the Giants in San Francisco.
Dodgers Shut Out Padres As First-Round Bye Magic Number Falls To One
Freddie Freeman drove in three runs and eight Dodgers pitchers combined on a five-hit shutout in a 7-0 victory over the Padres, lowering Los Angeles’ first-round bye magic number to one.
Dodgers Prospects Begin PCL Championship Chase Tonight
Mike Sirota, James Tibbs III and the Oklahoma City Comets begin their PCL Championship Series against the Las Vegas Aviators tonight at 8:05 p.m. MDT.
Dodgers Expect Shohei Ohtani Back Wednesday For Final Five Games
Shohei Ohtani is expected to return from the injured list Wednesday, with the Dodgers planning to play him throughout their final five regular-season games as he prepares for October.