Dodgers Dugout: A closer look at the pitching problems
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. One day it’s hot, the next day it’s cold. I think…
The Sports Report: Don’t rush Shohei Ohtani back to the mound
From Dylan Hernández: Slow down.Previously limited to fastballs and splitters, Shohei Ohtani threw a handful of sliders and curveballs in his mid-week bullpen session, but…
Why Dodgers need to resist urge to rush Shohei Ohtani back to pitch
Slow down.Previously limited to fastballs and splitters, Shohei Ohtani threw a handful of sliders and curveballs in his mid-week bullpen session, but that doesn’t mean…
Reinforcements soon? Injured Dodgers pitchers, including Shohei Ohtani, are finally progressing
Even as their pitching injuries have mounted in recent weeks, the Dodgers haven’t panicked.On multiple occasions, team officials have noted how none of the seven…
Dodgers Dugout: Farewell, Chris Taylor
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. Let’s hope the Dodgers don’t have to face the Angels in…
The Sports Report: Ohtani, Rushing star as Dodgers win laugher over Athletics
From Jack Harris: As is typically the case when a team wins 19-2 like the Dodgers did against the Athletics on Thursday night, plenty of…
Shohei Ohtani homers twice, Dalton Rushing has strong debut as Dodgers rout Athletics
As is typically the case when a team wins 19-2 like the Dodgers did against the Athletics on Thursday night, plenty of hitters in the…
Mookie Betts makes A’s pay for intentionally walking Shohei Ohtani
Mookie Betts understands the strategy.That doesn’t mean the implication doesn’t bother him.Five times since Betts and Shohei Ohtani flipped spots in the Dodgers’ lineup late…
Dodgers Dugout: What should the Dodgers do about Michael Conforto?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. A belated Happy Mother’s Day to all you mothers out there.…
Shohei Ohtani homer caps wild rally in Dodgers’ win over Arizona
PHOENIX — One pitch. One swing. One pure, unmistakable sound. On a night the roof was open, the air was hot and the Dodgers were engaged in…
Dodgers Dugout: Injuries are sprouting up everywhere
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. When an announcer says a player is “day-to-day” I’m reminded of…
Dodgers Dugout: Answering some early season questions about the Dodgers
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. Write about Max Muncy, and he suddenly homers. I must remember…
Dodgers Dugout: What should the Dodgers do about Max Muncy?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. Since starting the season 8-0, the Dodgers have gone 10-10. They…
Dodgers Dugout: Want to go to a game? Visit a financial planner
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. I’m hoping to win the lottery so I can use it…
Dodgers believe Shohei Ohtani will get a boost from dad strength
ARLINGTON, Texas — As a father of two, Dave Roberts is a true believer.“Dad strength,” he declared Sunday morning, “is real.”Which, naturally, made the Dodgers manager all…
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani heading to paternity list, out vs. Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas — Shohei Ohtani has had plenty on milestones moments on the field in the last year.This weekend, he’s about to have one off of it.The…
Dodgers Dugout: Comparing the Dodgers, Padres and Giants
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. I hope everyone was as excited for the season finale of…
Shohei Ohtani is on a 40/40 pace. Can Dodgers give him more RBI shots?
Shohei Ohtani is not publicly known, nor personally sees himself, as a quick starter at the plate.“Overall, in my career,” he said through interpreter Will…
Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani lift Dodgers to win over Rockies
The Dodgers finally solved their recent offensive woes on Monday.And the answer, it turned out, wasn’t much of a mystery.Sure, manager Dave Roberts noted in…
Dodgers Dugout: You win some, you lose some
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. The Dodgers have the fourth-best record in baseball. Unfortunately, two of…