Sebastian Abdón Ibarra

Sebastian Ibarra covers the Las Vegas Raiders as a staff writer for Raiders Newswire. He previously worked as a Marketing/Communications intern for the Ontario Jr Reign, and a staff writer and two time Editor for the Campus Times at the University of La Verne. Sebastian graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2022 from ULV with a major in Communications. His love of sports stems from his baseball career starting at tee-ball and ending his senior year at Servite High School. He enjoys video games and DC comics in his spare time. Follow him on Twitter: @sebas_abdon.
683 Articles

Dodgers Not Concerned Despite Blake Snell Shut Down From Throwing

The Los Angeles Dodgers received some bad news on Wednesday with Blake Snell shutting down his throwing program once again after a setback while playing catch. The Dodgers' most expensive signing of the offseason has only thrown nine innings for…

Shohei Ohtani’s Slump: ‘Getting Himself Out’

The Los Angeles Dodgers' 2025 season has been one of high peaks and low valleys so far through 25 games, which mirrors what much of the roster is working through at the moment. Reigning National League MVP Shohei Ohtani has…

Mookie Betts Gained Weight Back From Stomach Illness With The Help Of Eating Uncrustables

Mookie Betts was not in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for the Tokyo Series due to a prolonged battle with a stomach virus, but he returned relatively quickly even if the experience left him physically diminished. The illness had already…

Dodgers News: 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. A temporary pause on Ohtani's throwing program ahead of…

Viral Musician DJ Swagrman Banned From Dodger Stadium

While the Los Angeles Dodgers were busy taking on the Detroit Tigers in their home opener at Dodger Stadium, there was a situation developing in the stadium parking lot. DJ Swagrman, an L.A.-based musician, and his dog were riding around…

Mookie Betts Will ‘Never Forget’ Dodgers’ Postseason At Globe Life Field

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ first World Series championship of this decade was earned in a very unique manner. The Dodgers weren’t able to celebrate their first title since 1988 at Dodger Stadium, and they didn’t fully get to on their…

Kenley Jansen Feels Like ‘Complete Package’ By Playing For Dodgers And Angels

The Los Angeles Angels had one of the hottest starts to the 2025 season, which came as a surprise to many. That included matching their best start to a season in franchise history behind help from former Los Angeles Dodgers…

Diamondbacks Owner Ken Kendrick Believes Dodgers Have Unfair Financial Advantage, Not ‘Smarter’ Front Office

The Los Angeles Dodgers' dominance with respect to National League West titles has largely gone unchallenged in the past 12 seasons, but the Arizona Diamondbacks have emerged as an intriguing threat. Over the past three seasons, the Diamondbacks managed to…

Dodgers Injury Update: Evan Phillips Expected To Return For Cubs Series

UPDATE (April 19, 11:25 a.m. PT): Los Angeles Dodgers activated Evan Phillips on Saturday as a corresponding move to placing Blake Treinen on the 15-day injured list due to right forearm tightness. Evan Phillips is among several pitchers currently on…

Dodgers Injury Update: Michael Kopech Making Progress With ‘Long Road’ To Return

Michael Kopech was a key member of the Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen down the stretch last season and into the playoffs, but has yet to pitch for the team so far in 2025. Kopech has been dealing with right shoulder…

Dodgers Rookie Jack Dreyer A ‘Pleasant Surprise’ For Bullpen

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie Jack Dreyer is not going to be found on any top-100 prospect lists at present time, nor is he even a top-30 Minor Leaguer in the organization's farm system according to MLB Pipeline. And yet, Dreyer…

Dodgers ‘Playing The Long Game’ With Rest Days For Will Smith

Will Smith was given the day off in the middle game of the Los Angeles Dodgers' series against the Chicago Cubs, though his inclusion in the lineup likely wouldn't have made much of a difference in a 16-0 blowout loss.…