Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Kansas City Royals - June 16, 2024

Randy Dobnak’s magic runs out, ironically during the Royals’ Harry Potter nightAnd Q got tossed!

Dodgers vs. Cardinals: game chatKicking off September with the first of a nine-game home stand

Blake Treinen back ‘very soon,’ Dodgers will call up 6th starter vs. NationalsDodgers pitching notes including Blake Treinen back soon, Justin Wrobleski in the bullpen, a 6th starter coming this weekend v. Nationals, & Shohei Ohtani update

Dodgers notes: Will Smith, Dalton Rushing, Teoscar HernándezDodgers plans for the now-active Will Smith and Dalton Rushing, plus a bet on Teoscar Hernández, temporary or not.

Dodgers on Deck: Wednesday, September 2 vs. CardinalsThe Dodgers take on the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Here’s how to watch and listen to the game.

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Dodgers Sept. roster expansion comes with surprise injury activations and demotionsThe Los Angeles Dodgers have activated Will Smith and Dalton Rushing as part of their flurry of roster moves with rosters expanding.

Royals Review Reacts: What’s the best part of 2026?In a lost season, there have still been bright spots. Which was the brightest?

Royals expand rosters with Drew Waters, Easton McGee, Nolan HoffmanRosters expand to 28.

Dodgers activate Will Smith, Dalton Rushing, Justin Wrobleski, call up Alex FreelandDodgers added Will Smith, Dalton Rushing, Alex Freeland & Justin Wrobleski to roster on September 1. Ben Rortvedt designated for assignment, Alek Thomas optioned

The start of the homestand is marked by Will Smith’s returnIt’s been a trying period offensively given the standards this team has set, and there’s a trust that the return of Will Smith can help improve this attack

Dodgers trade José Rodríguez to Blue Jays for pitcher Sebastian RodríguezDodgers traded 25-year-old José Rodríguez to Blue Jays for 20-year-old Sebastian Rodríguez in a swap of minor league right-handed pitchers.

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

Marlins series preview: An up-and-down seasonThe Marlins are a .500 team despite a low payroll.

Things to overreact to after 137 games of the 2026 seasonThe Dodgers have gone 25-25 since July 1 with 25 games remaining.

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Dodgers trade pitcher to playoff hopeful Blue Jays as AL Wild Card race heats upThe Los Angeles Dodgers made a small-time trade that could have bigger implications for the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Explaining Dodgers' underwhelming Alex Freeland promotion as September rosters expandThe Los Angeles Dodgers made the most boring September addition possible by calling up Alex Freeland.

Royals’ Red-Hot August Hits September Reality, Cags and Cameron ShineThe Kansas City Royals take two from the Cleveland Guardians, but the August good vibes fall as calendar turns.

What catchers Hunter Feduccia & Ben Rortvedt provided in AugustDodgers traded for two catchers on August 3, then relied on them for the last four weeks before Will Smith returns. Hunter Feduccia & Ben Rortvedt’s last month.

This Week in the Minors: Hunter Owen wraps up a good month of AugustThe lefty was unhittable this month

Dodgers minor league postseason scenariosTwo Dodgers minor league affiliates are in the postseason, another can join this week, and Triple-A Oklahoma City can do the same over next 3 weeks.

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Kansas City Royals News: Schreiber now a YankeePlus Jac Caglianone’s recent tear gets some love.

Should Dodgers fans expect more from the offense?The Dodgers need to get the offense rolling, and soon

Get the best of True Blue LA on the new SB Nation appYour best source for quality Los Angeles Dodgers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Ranking Dodgers minor leaguers by likelihood they'll be called up September 1Which Los Angeles Dodgers prospects are most likely to receive a promotion when rosters expand in September?

Dodgers in August: Offense nonexistent, playoff rotation in placeReview of the Dodgers August, with questionable offense but the postseason starting rotation coming together.

Tyler Glasnow clarifies Dodgers' postseason rotation outlook with gem vs. TigersTyler Glasnow is reminding the Los Angeles Dodgers what makes him so valuable despite repeated injuries.

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The path to .500With one month left, the Royals are no longer in danger of losing 100 but it would take a titanic effort to lose only 81

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The Royals are going to have to figure out center field next yearShould Isbel continue to be the starting center fielder?

Dodgers Week 23: Rough road tripDodgers got swept by the Braves then won a series in Detroit against the Tigers to salvage a 2-4 road trip.

Will Smith finishes rehab week with Triple-A Oklahoma CityWill Smith and Blake Treinen put the finishing touches on their rehab assignments with Triple-A Oklahoma City before likely returning to the Dodgers this week.

Dave Roberts' ominous Shohei Ohtani shutdown is admission of a new pitching realityThe Los Angeles Dodgers' weekend decision on Shohei Ohtani reveals the potential for a new plan entirely regarding the megastar's workload.

Dodgers fans need to be wary as NY radio host clarifies fraudulent Tarik Skubal reportSocial media reports claiming that the Dodgers have no intention of re-signing Tarik Skubal this offseason are an important lesson in media literacy.

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Kansas City Royals news: John Schreiber hits the waiver wireWill the Royals lose the sidearmer?

Latest MLB labor proposal revamps free agent timelines, in-season roster rulesA look at last week’s labor proposal by Major League Baseball owners to players, looking to limit free agent offseason signing periods and in-season roster moves

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

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Former Dodger retiring reminds Padres of how they helped LA trade for Tarik SkubalOne of Andrew Friedman's greatest Los Angeles Dodgers trade fleeces led straight to the Tarik Skubal deal.

Dodgers finally find some offense, backing stingy Tyler GlasnowDodgers have been a below-average offense for two months but ended August with a solid game with the bats to beat Tigers and take a series in Detroit.

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Guardians dismantle Royals to end road tripNot a great day at the ballpark

Dodgers vs. Tigers (08/30/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Dodgers' 6-1 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

Royals vs. Guardians (08/30/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 11-1 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

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Carter Jensen's recent Royals record should continue to silence position change talksThe idea of the Royals shifting Carter Jensen off catching has arisen this season, but when you break it down, perhaps it's better he stay behind the dish.

Dodgers at Tigers game chatDodgers battle the Tigers on Sunday afternoon at Comerica Park in Detroit.

Dodgers on Deck: Tuesday, September 1 vs. CardinalsThe Dodgers take on the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Here’s how to watch and listen to the game.

Will Smith to Join LAD Tuesday

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After spending this past week on rehab with Triple-A OKC, Will Smith is expected to rejoin the Dodgers on Tuesday, Dave Roberts said. Sounds like Justin Wrobleski, who pitched for OKC last night, is also close to returning to LA (in a relief role).

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Skubal Took Tigers' Coffee 😅Pitcher reveals he reclaimed espresso machine he bought for the clubhouse after trade

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Latest Alex Lange let-down further proves Royals must change bullpen strategy this offseasonThe Royals might be rolling of late, but that doesn't mean every name is thriving, as Alex Lange once again reminded KC they may've made a mistake signing him.

Emmet Sheehan on a roll in Triple-A, Will Smith doubles twiceEmmet Sheehan had third straight excellent start in Triple-A, Will Smith doubled twice as he nears Dodgers return, Justin Wrobleski started rehab assignment.

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Hottest Dodgers prospect nobody's talking about could make noise as early as 2027Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Charles Davalan doesn't have the $200 million ceiling of a Josue DePaula or Mike Sirota, but his intangibles are through the roof.

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Royals' sudden John Schreiber cut should tell fans all they need to know about playoff chancesAmid a late season hot stretch, the Royals waived reliever John Schreiber. However, perhaps this shows how they actually feel about their postseason chances.

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PCA Betting Fave For MVP 👀3-homer game boosts Cubs star's odds over Ohtani. Full lines on FanDuel 📲

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Silly sixth inning leads to another Royals victory over GuardiansRoyals Devil Magic is in full effect!

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Max Muncy's Silver Slugger case can cement his wildly underrated Dodgers legacyThird baseman Max Muncy is chasing an elusive Silver Slugger with another solid season for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Royals vs. Guardians (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 8-3 win vs. Cleveland Guardians 🎥

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Royals Playoff Odds: KC's Wild Card chances still minuscule despite blazing-hot August runThe Royals have looked terrific of late. However after digging themselves into a huge hole in the first-half, they might be too far gone to make the postseason.

Shohei Ohtani still not cleared to make pitching startShohei Ohtani has still not been cleared to start on the mound, and won’t pitch Sunday in Detroit or Tuesday at home. Ohtani (knee, biceps) last pitched July 3.

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Ohtani Won't Pitch SundayDodgers will start Tyler Glasnow as Shohei's return timeline remains uncertain

Dodgers vs. Tigers (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Detroit Tigers' 2-1 win vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 🎥

Dodgers on Deck: Sunday, August 30 at TigersThe Dodgers take on the Detroit Tigers on Sunday afternoon at Comerica Park in Detroit. Here’s how to watch and listen to the game.

Dodgers at Tigers game chatThe Dodgers take on the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Saturday.

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Kansas City Royals news: Have the Royals turned a page?They just keep on winning.

Jackson Ferris, Christian Zazueta thrive on moundJackson Ferris struck out eight in seven innings for Oklahoma City, Christian Zazueta had five strikeouts in five strong innings for Tulsa. Josue De Paula 99 RBI

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Determining how long of a leash Matt Quatraro and J.J. Picollo will have entering 2027The Kansas City Royals cannot afford to waste their young core of players with another disappointing season in 2027.

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4 Dodgers prospects outside the Top 100 who prove their system is legitThe Los Angeles Dodgers farm system has an impressive degree of talent at the top, but beyond those guys there's some insane depth.

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

Dodgers notes: Roki Sasaki’s role, LA farm system accoladesNews regarding Roki Sasaki’s role upon returning from the injured list, the Dodgers’ (lack of) sale and the Dodgers and Sale, plus farm system accolades & honors

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Guardians wonder who gave Wacha a power pill as he dominates them a third timeWacha throws his best start of the season on the night the Royals needed it most

Skubal Talks Detroit Return 🗣️Pitcher discusses what homecoming at Comerica Park meant to him

Dodgers snap skid behind SkubalThe Dodgers snapped thier mini three-game losing streak behind another solid Skubal start in his first return to Comerica Park since being traded to the Dodgers.

Royals vs. Guardians (08/28/2026)

Watch the Game Highlights from Royals vs. Guardians, 08/28/2026 🎥

Skubal Shines vs. Tigers 🤩Dodgers ace was dialed in first start against former team

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Checking in on Hyeseong Kim as Dodgers cope with Andy Pages' absenceWith Andy Pages on the injured list, is it time for the Los Angeles Dodgers to give Hyeseong Kim another chance?

Skubal Emotional in Return 🥹

Ace gets choked up after facing Tigers for first time since trade 🎥

Dodgers vs. Tigers game chatThe Dodgers look to bounce back after being swept by the Braves. Tarik Skubal starts for the first time against Detroit since joining the Dodgers in game one.

A Dodgers fan guide to Comerica Park, home of the Detroit TigersMichael Elizondo writes his next entry in his travelogue, giving his review of Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan.

Awful AL West Still Dangerous 👀What went wrong and why there's still hope for MLB's worst division 📲

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How Royals' recently recalled longshot converted pitcher was once traded for Roy OswaltThe Royals made a bit of shocking move on Thursday when they recalled reliever Anthony Gose from Omaha - who was once in a trade for a long-removed All-Star.

Tarik Skubal battles his “replacement”Drew Anderson got a break to join the Tigers’ rotation after the trade deadline, and now he faces one of the starters he replaced, the outstanding Torki Skubal

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Guardians series preview: The two hottest teams in baseballSomething’s gotta give.

Dodgers on Deck: Saturday, August 29 at TigersThe Dodgers take on the Detroit Tigers on Saturday afternoon at Comerica Park in Detroit. Here’s how to watch and listen to the game.

New MLB Team Grades 🔠Updated report cards for every team with 1 month to go 📲

Austin Riley's Epic Freddie Freeman Story 👀

2x All-Star and World Series champion sits down for an exclusive interview with Mookie Betts presented by Panda Express

Good news: Dodgers remaining schedule is a cakewalkDodgers only play two winning teams in their final 28 games, and only one in current postseason position.

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Dodgers GM provides update on Shohei Ohtani that puts pitching situation into contextLos Angeles Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes may have ruled out one Shohei Ohtani pitching idea.

Skubal's 'True Crime Ritual'🔍Dodgers ace breaks down how watching documentaries helps him stay focused 📲

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Royals Reacts Results: The playoffs are still a pipe dream6% of you still believe!

Charles Davalan keeps on thriving in High-AWill Smith inched closer to a complete game behind the plate in Triple-A, while Charles Davalan led the way for a Loons win at home

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Dodgers face direct attack in MLB's absurd new proposed offseason scheduleMLB's latest CBA proposal offers more extreme changes to free agency that would affect how the Los Angeles Dodgers do business.

No runs on Sale, Dodgers leave Atlanta with empty pocketsA leadoff home run was all that Atlanta needed to secure a third straight one-run win over the Dodgers, this one marked by phenomenal pitching on both sides

Royals hammer Blue Jays, win fourth straight seriesA baker’s dozen worth of runs!

Royals vs. Blue Jays (08/27/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 13-2 win vs. Toronto Blue Jays 🎥

Blue Jays Fans Booing Team 🗣️

Nothing to root for as Royals take 10-0 lead

Royals’ Nine-Game Streak Ends, But the Bigger Picture Still Looks GoodAll good things must come to an end, including the Kansas City Royals late-season winning streak.

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Skubal Quote On Detroit ReturnDodgers ace expecting emotional response in matchup with former team

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Diamondbacks fans can't be feeling good about Alek Thomas’ second life with DodgersAlek Thomas has gotten off to a hot start wearing a Los Angeles Dodgers uniform, and Arizona Diamondbacks fans can't feel too good about it.

Dodgers at Braves: game chatDodgers try to bounce back from back-to-back one-run losses

Michael Massey to the Injured List, Anthony Gose joins the penThe 36-year-old Gose is a former outfielder.

Dodgers call up Seth Halvorsen with Roki Sasaki on injured listRoki Sasaki placed on 15-day injured list with blister on middle finger. Dodgers called up Seth Halvorsen, adding an extra relief pitcher in the interim.

Dodgers on Deck: Friday, August 28 at TigersThe Dodgers take on the Detroit Tigers on Friday night at Comerica Park in Detroit. Here’s how to watch and listen to the game.

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Royals New Concession Items 🤯Kansas City debuting S'mores Tiramisu & 'Grand Slam BBQ Showdown' sliders 📸

Dodgers fighting too many uphill battlesThe Dodgers offense has been uninspiring for two months, and it’s putting the team in too many bad positions, making them barely over .500 since July 1.

Dodgers face tough luck Chris Sale in AtlantaWhat blinks first, the Dodgers’ record in one-run games in Atlanta or Chris Sale’s poor record of run support in August?

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Tony Gonsolin just made perfect first impression in bid for MLB comeback with RoyalsThe Royals took a swing on a Tony Gonsolin comeback to help repair their starting rotation in 2027. But perhaps he could be gearing up for a 2026 return.

Who could the Royals call up in September?Will the Royals call up someone new, or use the additional space to bring guys up that we’ve seen before?

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Roki Sasaki IL move gives Dodgers easy opportunity to reintroduce former top prospectThe Los Angeles Dodgers have an obvious replacement for Roki Sasaki when he goes onto the IL with a blister.

Gavin freezing hitters into StoneBeing let down by the bullpen late in the game doesn’t diminish Gavin Stone’s terrific four-inning performance. Elsewhere, the Loons shut out the Lugnuts

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Why Royals' Jac Caglianone should crash the AL Silver Slugger conversation ahead of scheduleThe award goes to managers and coaches, not writers — and Caglianone's power numbers heading into September make a stronger case than most Royals fans realize.

Kansas City Royals news: The winning streak endsA good time to start a new one

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New York radio host getting flamed for unsubstantiated Dodgers-Tarik Skubal 'report'WFAN radio hosts and noted New York Mets fan, Evan Roberts, has a wild Los Angeles Dodgers' Tarik Skubal conspiracy.

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September Call-Ups to Watch 👀10 players who can make a late-season impact for a contender 📲