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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.

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 📲

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

This tool helped Erik Tolman become a flame-throwing big leaguerErik Tolman and I both wear AFO’s. His helped him overcome the odds and become a lockdown reliever for the Nationals

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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.

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Nationals' outfielder slugs his way to National League Player of the Week honorsThe Washington Nationals might finally be figuring some things out after a solid ending to what was a pretty dismal month of August. Perhaps most impressively,

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.

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.

Washington Nationals call up the powerful Yohandy MoralesYohandy Morales has had a monster year in AAA and has been rewarded with a September call-up

Miguel Sime Jr.’s meteoric rise awarded with Nationals’ MiLB accoladeThe flamethrower has been named the Washington Nationals’ MiLB Pitcher of the Year

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Nationals select slugging 2023 2nd round pick for long-awaited MLB debutSlugging corner infield prospect Yohandy Morales is on his way to The Show, reported Yordano Carmona of Pelota Cubana USA on Monday afternoon. He'll join the Wa

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

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Tuesday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesIt's the final week of the regular season for the "A" teams, while the Senators remain at home and the Red Wings are on the road against the Mets

Nats Stun Marlins 😯

Washington takes series from division rivals

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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5 Nationals players with the most to prove in the month of SeptemberThe season has not turned out the way the Washington Nationals hoped for. They have not had a month with a winning record since May, and the bullpen has been on

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.

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Devin Fitz-Gerald Is Finding Himself Again At Double A HarrisburgThis Washington Nationals prospect has had a breakout month of August

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.

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Breaking down the Washington Nationals top five pitching prospectsThe Nats need pitching help. Jarlin Susana, Miguel Sime, Landon Harmon, Travis Sykora and Ben Grable are names to watch

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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4 Nationals players who can take the next step before the end of the 2026 seasonAs we get ready to flip our calendars to September, we find ourselves once again in an all-too-familiar place: the Nationals are on the outside, looking in at t

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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Monday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesOne day after going 0-for-Saturday, it was a four-for-four Sunday, highlighted by the Senators walking off the BaySox on a two-run HR in the 9th

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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.

Dodgers vs. Tigers (08/30/2026)

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

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Washington Nationals self destruct in an embarrassing 9th inning collapseThe Nats add another humiliating 9th inning meltdown to the catalog as Max Kranick and Tom Cosgrove blow it

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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Dylan Crews finally had his signature moment as a Washington NationalThe Washington Nationals finally got their first walk off of the season as Dylan Crews had his moment in the sun

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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Sunday’s News & Notes - News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesTeam Yesterday Today Pitching Probables Rochester Lost, 6-1 vs. Buffalo, 1:05pm Z. Kent (5-0, 4.40) vs. Rogers (4-10, 5.72) Harrisburg Lost, 9-8 vs. Chesapeake, 1pm Clemmey (4-6, 4.69) vs. Gongora (9-6, 3.67) Wilmington Lost, 2-0 @ Jersey Shore, 1:05pm L. Sullivan (0-3, 7.48) vs. Gresham (2-5, 4.66) Fredericksburg Lost, 7-6 @ Delmarva, 2:05pm TBD vs.

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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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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.

Marlins vs. Nationals (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 5-4 win vs. Miami Marlins 🎥

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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Brady House’s insane home run showcased his tantalizing power upsideThe plus raw power that made Brady House one of the Washington Nationals top prospects for years was displayed yesterday

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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How Nationals lefty Jackson Kent had the best start of his young careerJackson Kent’s command, curveball and moxie were key factors in the best start of his MLB career

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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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Saturday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesThe Wilmington Blue Rocks beat the Jersey Shore BlueClaws by a combined score of 19-3 as the Nationals farm won three of five on Friday night

Nats 3B's 474-FT Home Run 🤯

Brady House ties Tatis Jr. for longest homer of the season 🎥

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.

Marlins vs. Nationals (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 9-2 win vs. Miami Marlins 🎥

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

474-FT HR Distance Reduced 📉

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Upon further review, House's home run has been adjusted to 445 feet. Don't blame us.

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Brady House's third inning home run traveled 474 feet, the longest home run by a National at Nationals Park in the Statcast Era (since 2015).

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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.

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CJ Abrams joins elite company by achieving something only one Nationals player hasThe Washington Nationals were in dire need of a victory heading into Thursday afternoon's contest against the Colorado Rockies. In the 2 games prior to yesterda

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.

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

Nats LHP on Amputation ScareErik Tolman opens up on 2023 injury after making MLB debut 📲 (The Athletic)

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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The Washington Nationals need CJ Abrams to play second base as soon as possibleThe longer it takes for CJ Abrams to actually play second base, the more awkward this situation gets

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Why the Nationals should consider shutting James Wood down for the 2026 SeasonJames Wood has not seen a baseball diamond in any playing form since August 3. He has been dealing with a mild oblique strain since that date, and with the Nati

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Andres Chaparro is becoming more than a platoon bat for the Washington NationalsAs he continues to rake, Andres Chaparro is grabbing more reps much like Curtis Mead did for the Nationals

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.

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Friday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesThe Washington Nationals' full-season affiliates won two of three games played, while the Wilmington Blue Rocks were rained out

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

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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

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Nationals' 2026 1st round pick clubs first pro homer amid strong start to careerDMV native Chris Hacopian was the Nationals' 2026 first-round pick, selected out of Texas A&M after transferring from the University of Maryland, where he playe

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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The Nationals Should Consider Platooning Daylen Lile and Dylan Crews in 2027Why platooning these two Nats outfielders could be the best move for the Nats to compete in 2027

Rockies vs. Nationals (08/27/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 7-1 win vs. Colorado Rockies 🎥

Nats Fan's Foul Ball Chase 💀

Unc will be hurting tomorrow

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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Nationals skipper ruins prospect’s MLB debut with questionable managerial decisionThe Washington Nationals are in a state of despair at the moment. Yesterday, they were absolutely embarrassed at the hands of the Colorado Rockies, who won the

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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.

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The Washington Nationals have hit rock bottomThe Nats got blown out at home by the Rockies. It was the latest humiliation in an embarrassing month

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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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 📲

Mark Walter’s company TWG Global says Dodgers are not for saleTWG Global, one of the companies controlled by Dodgers owner Mark Walter, who is under federal investigation, says the Dodgers are not for sale.

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Thursday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesWith the shorties no longer playing, an organizational sweep becomes much easier with the Fredericksburg Nationals notching their 10th shutout of the season.

Sasaki Headed to 15-Day IL

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Dave Roberts said Eric Lauer will take Roki Sasaki’s spot on the rotation.

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Roki Sasaki is going on the IL.

Roki Sasaki leaves early with blister on middle fingerRoki Sasaki left Wednesday’s game in the bottom of the fourth inning due to a blister on his right middle finger.

Dodgers vs. Braves (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 6-5 win vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 🎥

Betts' Fortunate Double Play😅

Dodgers SS definitely meant to do that in bases-loaded jam 🎥

Rockies vs. Nationals (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Colorado Rockies' 13-1 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

Sasaki Leaves with Blisters

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Roki Sasaki is leaving the game with a trainer. Looked like they were looking at a blister on one of his fingers.

Dodgers at Braves game chatThe Dodgers take on the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on Wednesday.

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Jeff Passan is getting absolutely roasted for past defense of Dodgers amid Mark Walter dramaEven Los Angeles Dodgers fans have to admit Jeff Passan hasn't made himself look good these past few days.

Will Dion Was a Deadline Win 💰

Insider Jon Heyman explains why Nats pitcher is a good addition

Dodgers on Deck: Thursday, August 27 at BravesThe Dodgers take on the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night at Truist Park in Atlanta. Here’s how to watch and listen to the game.

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Nationals make unexpected Trevor Williams decision as 2026 season winds downSince Paul Toboni took over as the President of Baseball Operations for the Washington Nationals, the team has been focused on changing a lot of thought process

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Roki Sasaki looks to continue his second half successThe Dodgers look to even up the series in Atlanta against the Braves