Tag: Dave Roberts

Dave Roberts: Clayton Kershaw’s Return Big Boost For Dodgers Rotation

Clayton Kershaw will begin his 18th season with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday when he is activated off the 60-day injured list to start against the Los Angeles Angels in the Freeway Series. Kershaw is working his way back…

Dave Roberts: Austin Barnes’ Impact Will Carry On With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a surprising, but not all that difficult to understand, decision to designate Austin Barnes for assignment on Wednesday. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers called up their top prospect in Dalton Rushing. From a pure…

Dalton Rushing Filling Backup Catcher Role For Dodgers, Not Playing Outfield

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a surprising but exciting roster move on Wednesday, when they called up top prospect Dalton Rushing and designated Austin Barnes for assignment. Rushing has been performing well at Triple-A and had nothing left to prove…

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts ‘Impressed’ With Michael Conforto

The Los Angeles Dodgers bolstered their outfield by signing Michael Conforto to a one-year, $17 million contract during the offseason, and he has since become the team's starting left fielder. Conforto is a former first-round draft pick who enjoyed success…

Dave Roberts Expects Tight NL West Race For Dodgers In MLB’s ‘Best Division’

While the Los Angels Dodgers have been one of the best teams in baseball over the past 12 seasons, the rest of their National League West opponents have often lagged behind. There of course have been some exceptions, with the…

Dave Roberts: Bud Black Not To Blame For Rockies’ Struggles

The Colorado Rockies snapped their eight-game losing streak on Sunday but still decided to move in a different direction by firing manager Bud Black. The Rockies also let go bench coach Mike Redmond. Rockies third base coach Warren Schaeffer was…

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Compares Shohei Ohtani To Barry Bonds

While Shohei Ohtani continues to make progress toward pitching again in 2025, he's providing the Los Angeles Dodgers with yet another productive season atop their lineup. Some of Ohtani's latest efforts include a game-winning three-run home run in the ninth…

Dave Roberts Not Putting ‘Too Much Weight’ On Dodgers’ Record Versus Teams Above .500

The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again one of the best teams in baseball with an MLB-best 26 wins, which has them tied for first place with the San Diego Padres in the National League West. But since their record-setting…

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts, Teoscar Hernández Split On Changing NLDS Format

In 2022, MLB followed the trend of expanded playoff formats across professional sports with the addition of a third Wild Card team, bringing the total number of clubs that qualify for October baseball to 12. With MLB dating as far…

Dave Roberts: Dodgers’ 10-Game Road Trip Doesn’t Feel Long Because Of ‘Fun’ Matchups

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the midst of their longest road trip of the season at 10 games comprised with series against the Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins and Arizona Diamondbacks. The current stretch is particularly tough as the Dodgers…

Dodgers Injuries: Evan Phillips Downplays Concern Over Forearm Trouble

The Los Angeles Dodgers pitching staff continues to be ravaged by injuries, with Evan Phillips among the latest arms currently unavailable. The Dodgers put Phillips on the 15-day injured list due to right forearm discomfort shortly after Wednesday's game against…

Dodgers Trying To Find Balance With Innings & Health Of Pitching Staff

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been forced to tap into their pitching depth early this season due to several injuries, which has continued into the month of May. With Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow both on the 15-day injured list…