Tag: Los Angeles Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani Commits To Play For Team Japan In 2026 World Baseball Classic

The Los Angeles Dodgers have their first confirmed participant for the 2026 World Baseball Classic as Shohei Ohtani announced plans to play for Team Japan as they look to become repeat champions in the international competition. Ohtani shared news of…

Shohei Ohtani Family Foundation Established To Help Children & Animals

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani started his own charity foundation as a way to support children and protect animals. The Shohei Ohtani Family Foundation's main mission is to "create healthier, happier communities by funding initiatives that inspire children…

Dodgers News: Will Smith Has ‘Mixed Feelings’ About ABS Challenge System

Major League Baseball has undergone significant changes in recent years, but arguably the most drastic is set to come at the start of the 2026 season. This past September, MLB announced plans to implement the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system…

Dodgers News: Matt Kemp ‘Honored’ To Be On 2026 Hall Of Fame Ballot

The 2026 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot includes several former Los Angeles Dodgers, with Matt Kemp among them and part of 11 overall new candidates under consideration for enshrinement. In order for Kemp and others to meet the criteria…

Justin Turner: ‘Really Cool’ For Clayton Kershaw To Retire After Helping Dodgers Win World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers had extra incentive to repeat as World Series champions this year so that Clayton Kershaw could finish his playing career on the highest note possible. The left-hander previously announced his plans to retire after 18 legendary…

This Day In Dodgers History: Walter Alston Hired, Jim Tracy Signs Contract Extension

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history centered around managerial transactions involving Walter Alston and Jim Tracy. While the Dodgers were still in Brooklyn, team owner Walter O'Malley announced Alston as the new manager. He took over for Chuck Dressen,…

Raisel Iglesias Rumors: Dodgers Made Contract Offer Before Re-Signing With Braves

The Atlanta Braves re-signed Raisel Iglesias to a one-year, $16 million contract as they got ahead of the free agency market to keep their veteran relief pitcher. Iglesias was among notable options available on the open market and reportedly drew…

Ultimate Los Angeles Dodgers Gift Guide From FOCO For Holidays & Christmas 2025

The holidays are right around the corner, and FOCO wants to make sure fans get the best gifts for that special person this year! Whether it’s for family, friends, or that crazy Los Angeles Dodgers fan you know, FOCO is the place…

Ryan Pepiot Enjoyed Watching Yoshinobu Yamamoto & Dodgers Starting Pitchers In World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers became the first team to repeat as World Series champions in 25 years behind the contributions of their starting pitchers, who were dominant for most of the postseason. Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned World Series MVP honors after…

This Day In Dodgers History: Maury Wills Voted 1962 National League MVP, Frank Howard Wins Rookie Of The Year

On Nov. 23, 1962, Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Maury Wills was named the National League MVP. The five-time All-Star appeared in 165 games, hitting .299/.347/.373 with 13 doubles, 10 triples, six home runs and 48 RBI. Wills earned eight of…

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'…

Andrew Friedman: Dodgers Interested In Re-Signing Evan Phillips

The Los Angeles Dodgers had five arbitration-eligible player for the 2026 season who needed to be tender a contract at the 2 p.m. PT deadline on Friday, with Evan Phillips among them. However, rather than take the step of keeping…