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'We need him': How Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel is trying to clean up his mechanics

LOS ANGELES — The ball snapped out of the closer's right hand, dived hard toward the bottom of the strike zone as it reached the plate, and was harmlessly tapped for a routine ground ball to third base.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 3, 2022

Tony Gonsolin effective as Dodgers blank resurgent Mets

LOS ANGELES — When he bought the New York Mets two offseasons ago, billionaire owner Steve Cohen cited the Los Angeles Dodgers as an organization to emulate, eager to model his own club after the heavy-spending, consistently-winning, big-market behemoth on the opposite coast.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 3, 2022

Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw nearing return, but Kevin Pillar sustains shoulder fracture

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers announced good and bad injury news ahead of their series-opener against the New York Mets on Thursday.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 3, 2022

Freddie Freeman leads Dodgers with five RBIs to 14-1 rout over Diamondbacks

PHOENIX — The game was so out of hand by the eighth inning, relief pitcher Evan Phillips had a plate appearance … and drew a walk.

Los Angeles Times · May 27, 2022

'Right is right': Dodgers manager Dave Roberts calls for action after Texas shooting

WASHINGTON — Dave Roberts looked at the flag in the left field, flapping at half-staff. He looked at the red, white and blue stadium around him, the one situated just a mile south of the U.S. Capitol building.

Los Angeles Times · May 25, 2022

ESPN Explains Why Magic Johnson Has Barely Appeared on the Network This Season

The Lakers legend has only appeared on ESPN once this entire NBA season.

Sports Illustrated · May 25, 2022

Mookie Betts puts on a show, survives a scare as streaking Dodgers beat Phillies

PHILADELPHIA — There was a solo home run to left and two-run double to center. A rally-extending walk and game-saving outfield assist.

Los Angeles Times · May 22, 2022

Julio Urias makes adjustments, finds ‘redemption’ in smooth Dodgers win

PHILADELPHIA — Unlike the Los Angeles Dodgers’ pregame bus ride, Julio Urias’ start Friday night was smooth, seamless and stress-free.

Los Angeles Times · May 21, 2022

Dodgers complete sweep, salvage winning homestand with 5-3 victory over Diamondbacks

LOS ANGELES — It was this time last year the Dodgers began to slide.

Los Angeles Times · May 19, 2022

‘Making work fun’: Mookie Betts extends tear as Dodgers win doubleheader opener

LOS ANGELES — Mookie Betts flashed the Dodgers’ new “switch it up” hand sign — his right thumb and pinky extended from his fist — toward the dugout in excitement.

Los Angeles Times · May 18, 2022