Dodgers, rather than Braves, are the top challengers for October.
There may be some concern about the recent drop in scoring or the age of several players on the team. Some might even think it’s easier to spot a dinosaur at Dodger Stadium these days than to catch a glimpse of a Shohei Ohtani home run. But no matter how the regular season unfolds, the […]
Freddie Freeman of the Dodgers ends his slump with a minor adjustment to his swing
Freddie Freeman is a bit puzzled about his recent change in performance. After a rough start to the season, he realized something had to give. Just a week ago, his batting average was over 40 points lower than his usual .300 mark. During a recent series in Houston, he decided to try a different approach […]
Dodgers defeat Braves in key series opener
It remains to be seen whether this weekend’s series foreshadows what the postseason holds. However, Friday night certainly felt like a playoff atmosphere. The Dodgers, after all, are two-time World Series champions, while the Atlanta Braves arrived in Los Angeles boasting a record for the most early-season wins in the majors. Both teams are known […]
Blake Snell set to start for the Dodgers on Saturday
There’s still a bit of uncertainty regarding whether the Dodgers will place Tyler Glasnow on the injured list. However, it looks like they may be bringing back another star pitcher sooner than anticipated. Sources indicate that Blake Snell is set to start against the Braves this Saturday, instead of participating in what was supposed to […]
Baseball Power Rankings: Yankees rise to first place, Dodgers fall once more
Every week, the California Post ranks MLB’s 30 teams and reviews an intriguing awards race. Here’s this week’s update (as of Thursday night): 1.) Yankees (26-12) A new No. 1 has emerged. The previously top-rated Braves performed well this week (4-2 on their trip to Colorado and Seattle), but the Yankees are at another level […]
Dodgers relying on Justin Wrobleski’s pitching and Andy Pages’ hitting
Here’s your weekly Dodgers recap. This time around, baseball writers Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris reflect on the past week, award some titles, and take stock of the ongoing season. Pitcher of the Week Justin Roblewski (1 start, 6 innings, 0 runs this week, 5-0, 1.25 ERA) So, can the Dodgers really afford to let […]
Why Teoscar Hernández of the Dodgers has a 2017 Astros championship ring
Teoscar Hernandez’s Unexpected Journey in Baseball HOUSTON – Teoscar Hernandez has quite a remarkable career in professional baseball, spanning over 15 years. He has accumulated an impressive array of accolades. The experienced player boasts two World Series rings from the Dodgers’ consecutive championships in the past two years. Additionally, he has a few title rings […]
Shohei Ohtani’s outstanding performance falls short in Dodgers defeat against Astros.
HOUSTON – Frustration on the Field The first four innings were quite frustrating for the Dodgers. The following five felt like a lost cause. Just when it seemed like the Dodgers were breaking free from a recent hitting slump—having just secured back-to-back wins despite conceding 12 runs in two days—they faced a disappointing 2-1 defeat […]
Kyle Tucker receives unexpected boos during his return to Houston with the Dodgers
Return to Houston: Kyle Tucker’s Mixed Reception HOUSTON — Kyle Tucker was met with enthusiasm last year when he returned to Houston for the first time after his trade to the Astros. His previous team even played his walk-up song, and fans showed up wearing crowns to celebrate his nickname, “King Tuck.” His early days […]
Dodgers change approach for Shohei Ohtani during his recent struggles
Ohtani Prepares for Game Amid Slump HOUSTON — Three hours before Monday’s game, Shohei Ohtani had already put in a full day of practice. Entering the series against the Astros with a rough 0-for-14 stretch, he showed up early at Daikin Park, where he not only participated in rare on-field batting practice but also took […]