Dodgers weekly: Shohei Ohtani takes advantage of pitch-clock exception
Welcome to the California Post’s weekly summary on the Dodgers, where baseball writers Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris reflect on the events of the past week every Thursday. TORONTO – A contentious issue from Game 7 of last year’s World Series has come back into focus in the early part of this season. For the […]
Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway likely to create excitement
Dodgers to Distribute Ohtani Bobbleheads This Friday This Friday, the Dodgers will be giving away Shohei Ohtani-themed bobbleheads, marking the first time the popular event is happening in 2026. Fans heading to Chavez Canyon for these collectibles should brace themselves for some serious chaos. Historically, Ohtani memorabilia giveaways have led to quite a frenzy at […]
Shohei Ohtani brings back memories of Clayton Kershaw for the Dodgers
Ohtani’s Challenging Performance Against Blue Jays TORONTO — It begs the question: if this is where he’s at now, what more can we expect? Shohei Ohtani had a rough outing on Wednesday. During the first three innings, he threw 60 pitches, with just 34 hitting the strike zone. The Blue Jays, in those innings, consistently […]
Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Tucker each hit home runs in a victory for the Dodgers
Dodgers Rally with a Strong Performance Against Nationals WASHINGTON – So, let’s take a moment to breathe. First off, the Dodgers’ offense hasn’t exactly hit rock bottom. The star player is still shining. It seems like the worries about a rough start to the season might have been a bit exaggerated. At least for one […]
MLB Power Rankings and Cy Young Award update for Dodgers’ Ohtani
Each week, the California Post ranks all 30 MLB teams and takes a look at some noteworthy award races. Here’s the first installment: 1) Dodgers (4-2): Their star players aren’t really hitting, yet they still sit at 4-2, showing strong performances against their rivals. Just wait until they get exciting again. 2) Yankees (5-1): With […]
Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, and standout Dodgers falter in defeat
On Wednesday night, during a crucial moment in the sixth inning, the Dodgers found themselves in a promising position. With two runners on base and no outs, Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Tucker were about to take their turns at bat. These players are typically regarded as the stars—or at least the highest-paid—of a notable lineup. […]
Shohei Ohtani performs well in his initial pitching appearance.
Shohei Ohtani’s Season Debut as a Pitcher and Batter Shohei Ohtani didn’t allow any runs in his debut as a pitcher this season. However, his batting during the Dodgers’ 4-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians was noteworthy as well. This season marks Ohtani’s return to full two-way playing for the Dodgers, which is significant given […]
Shohei Ohtani leads the Dodgers to victory with six perfect innings.
Cold weather? Rain? A lineup with limited late-game support? For Shohei Ohtani, none of it mattered on Tuesday. All spring long, Ohtani and the Dodgers had been eagerly anticipating this moment—when the two-way star would officially resume full-time duties on the mound, nearly two years after undergoing his second Tommy John surgery. In a 4-1 […]
Shohei Ohtani tops worldwide MLB jersey sales. You might be surprised by the others.
With the 2026 MLB season kicking off, it’s a good moment to dive into some interesting stats that might just catch your attention. Now, I’m not talking about the jerseys fans are wearing, although that’s kind of amusing too. It’s fascinating to see how player popularity shifts with jersey sales. For three straight years, Dodgers […]
Dave Roberts anticipates Shohei Ohtani will compete for the Cy Young award.
Roberts Discusses Ohtani’s Workload Management On Tuesday afternoon, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shared some cautious thoughts regarding Shohei Ohtani’s return to full-time play this season. He emphasized, as he has all spring, the importance of managing Ohtani’s workload carefully. Depending on how Ohtani feels during games, the team might even give him some extra time […]