Tag: Dave Roberts

Dodgers ‘Support’ Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto & Roki Sasaki In World Baseball Classic Despite Some Concern

Shohei Ohtani became the first confirmed Los Angeles Dodgers participant for the 2026 World Baseball Classic that begins in spring. The two-way star will again play for Team Japan as they look to repeat as champions in the international competition.…

Freddie Freeman: Dave Roberts ‘Truly Cares’ About Dodgers

Dave Roberts has solidified himself as one of the greatest managers in Los Angeles Dodgers franchise history since taking the position nearly a decade ago. Roberts has led the team to the playoffs in all 10 of his seasons at…

This Day In Dodgers History: Dave Roberts Hired As Manager

On Nov. 23, 2015, the Los Angeles Dodgers officially announced the hiring of Dave Roberts as the franchise's 28th manager and 10th since the club moved from Brooklyn. Roberts, who is of African-American and Japanese descent, additionally became the Dodgers'…

USC Head Coach Lincoln Riley Shows Will Smith’s Play From World Series To Trojans Football Team

Will Smith was involved among the several memorable moments from the 2025 World Series, particularly during Game 7 as the Los Angeles Dodgers completed a comeback against the Toronto Blue Jays. Although Smith's go-ahead home run in 11th inning proved…

Does MLB Need New Shohei Ohtani Rule For Intentional Walks? Dave Roberts & Freddie Freeman Not Convinced

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays delivered seven pulse-pounding games during the World Series, one of which was an 18-inning marathon. One of the reasons Game 3 lasted so long was that Shohei Ohtani was intentionally walked four…

Dave Roberts Visiting Alabama Crimson Tide Football Team Was ‘Like A Nick Saban Moment’

Several members of the Los Angeles Dodgers have reaped the benefits of winning the 2025 World Series, including manager Dave Roberts who was part of a contingent that appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Roberts followed that by making his way…

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Shut Out From 2025 NL Manager Of The Year Voting

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy was voted the National League Manager of the Year for the second consecutive season. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts not only didn't qualify as a finalist for the award, but he didn't garner any…

Dave Roberts Sees ‘Similarities’ Between Walker Buehler & Yoshinobu Yamamoto With Dodgers World Series Performances

Yoshinobu Yamamato was named 2025 World Series MVP for his contributions against the Toronto Blue Jays that helped the Los Angeles Dodgers repeat as champions. The right-hander posted a 1.02 ERA and 0.68 WHIP with 15 strikeouts against two walks…

Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s Hat & Mookie Betts’ Glove Among Dodgers World Series Artifacts On Display At Baseball Hall Of Fame

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in a grueling matchup to capture a ninth World Series title in franchise history, passing their rival San Francisco Giants and entering a three-way tie for third all-time in MLB history.…

Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts & More Dodgers Set Sights On Three-Peat

The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their 2025 World Series title on Monday with a parade and event at Dodger Stadium that drew a sold-out crowd. Among the highlights were DJ Mustard playing some of his most popular songs, a surprise…

Dodgers World Series Celebration: Clayton Kershaw’s Speech, Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts & More

The Los Angeles Dodgers became back-to-back World Series champions by defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in a thrilling Game 7 at Rogers Centre. The Dodgers fell into an early three-run deficit and also trailed 4-2 when the eighth inning began.…

Dodgers World Series: Dave Roberts ‘Wasn’t Thinking’ With Decision To Race Hyeseong Kim

The Los Angeles Dodgers had their backs against the wall entering Game 6 of the World Series, but manager Dave Roberts used the off day as an opportunity to keep his team loose despite the uphill battle ahead of them.…