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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Freeman pulled after HBP on right hand as precaution, X-rays negative
Freddie Freeman Escapes Injury In Silver Lining From Dodgers’ Loss To Cubs

The Los Angeles Dodgers were swept for the second series in a row and now are mired in a six-game losing streak, but there were some positive developments despite falling short against the Chicago...

Dodgers drop sixth straight game, also lose Dalton Rushing to UCL tear

Catcher Dalton Rushing, who'd already been pressed into duty because of Will Smith's lingering neck injury, will be shut down from throwing for four to six weeks.

Cubs sweep Dodgers behind Pete Crow-Armstrong's mounting NL MVP campaign vs. Shohei Ohtani

Crow-Armstrong and Ohtani both homered twice Wednesday and are now tied in the NL MVP odds

Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cubs outslug Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers

Pete Crow-Armstrong lashed two homers and a double to outduel Shohei Ohtani and help the Chicago Cubs complete a three-game sweep of the visiting Los

Cubs cap off sweep of Dodgers, losing streak reaches six games

The Dodgers’ woes in the month of August continued on Wednesday, as their losing streak reached a season-high six games in a 7-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Shohei Ohtani got the...

Dodgers Roundup: A Skubal changeup profile, Bubic grades, deadline deals impact, a worrying Tucker deep dive, detailed Root report, more

Two roundups so close together? Well, honestly I’m surprised one wasn’t done sooner, but it wasn’t exactly an explosive final stretch for the Dodgers at the trade deadline. Of course, they did get...

Recap: Dodgers Swept In 2nd Straight Series; Losing Streak Reaches 6 Games

The Los Angeles Dodgers tried to salvage a series against the Chicago Cubs after losing the first two games, but they were unsuccessful and once again took another loss despite a late comeback...

The Rams Are Building Their Own Dodgers-Like Superteam in Los Angeles

The Rams are loaded with stars like Myles Garrett and Matthew Stafford, and Los Angeles could have another championship contender on its hands.

Cubs 6+, Dodgers 1+: Eric Lauer finally loses to run the streak to 6, World Series hopes over in August

In the final game of the Cubs series, a five-game streak (Dodgers losing) went up against a nine-game streak (Eric Lauer winning), and unfortunately the power of the Dodgers Month Of Humiliation...

Shohei's leadoff HR pads MVP case, then PCA says 'not so fast'
Freddie Freeman ‘Glad’ Tarik Skubal Is On Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers made what was arguably the biggest splash ahead of the MLB trade deadline when they acquired Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for three prospects. Skubal is...

Sho-starter! Ohtani closer to Dodgers history with 29th leadoff blast 
Andrew Friedman & Dave Roberts Push Back On ‘Dodgers Ruining Baseball’ Narrative

The Los Angeles Dodgers added another superstar to their roster at the trade deadline by acquiring reigning two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers in...

Rushing (partial UCL tear) unlikely to catch in '26; could return as bench bat
Dodgers vs. Cubs game chat

Eric Lauer faces Shota Imanaga as the Dodgers look to snap a five-game losing streak against the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday. WEDNESDAY GAME INFO

Why a salary cap wouldn't stop the Dodgers: High payroll isn't the only advantage for the reigning champions

No one can dispute that the Dodgers spend more, but they've built a sustainable dynasty beyond that

Dodgers' depth of scouting abilities revealed itself in massive Tarik Skubal trade

The Tarik Skubal trade proves just how stellar a system the Los Angeles Dodgers have built around scouting and player development.

Kris Bubic Expected To Fill Role Out Of Dodgers Bullpen

Somewhat overshadowed by Tarik Skubal’s addition, the Los Angeles Dodgers also swung a deal to bring in left-handed pitcher Kris Bubic from the Kansas City Royals. An All-Star last season, Bubic...

Dodgers @ Cubs August 5, 2026: Dodgers turn to Eric Lauer to prevent back-to-back sweeps, Rushing diagnosed with a UCL tear

The Dodgers (69-45) continued their slump, dropping a season-high fifth straight game to spoil Tarik Skubal‘s Dodger debut. Skubal was solid, allowing two runs over six innings. However, the...

MLB owners are 'pumped' about Tarik Skubal trade, but even a salary cap wouldn't make Dodgers easy to catch

The Dodgers, on a quest for a threepeat, reignited MLB's salary cap debate by landing one of the league's best pitchers

Dodgers on Deck: Friday, August 7 at Diamondbacks

After dropping two series in a row, the Dodgers move on to face the Arizona Diamondbacks, who are fighting for a wild card berth. Roki Sasaki takes the ball in the series opener on Friday night at...

Why the Dodgers' two catcher acquisitions at MLB trade deadline were genius

Los Angeles had a clear plan for these moves.

Dodgers get bad Dalton Rushing update after Tarik Skubal's debut in Cubs game

The Dodgers will have to adjust at the catcher's position.

Dalton Rushing injury update has Dodgers trade deadline plan making a whole lot more sense

Dalton Rushing may not catch again this season, adding context to the Los Angeles Dodgers' trade deadline urgency to find depth.

Dalton Rushing has torn UCL in right elbow

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing went from minor arm irritation to the injured list with elbow inflammation, to now a slight tear in his ulnar collateral ligament that will sideline him for at least...

MLBTR Podcast: Trade Deadline Recap

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this...

Dave Roberts Thrilled By Dodgers’ ‘Pretty Special’ Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers were extremely active at the trade deadline in pursuit of their third straight World Series championship. They completed four deals, highlighted by the blockbuster addition...

Dodgers' skid continues with wild 7-6 loss to Cubs

Pete Crow-Armstrong homered twice and drove in four runs, and the Chicago Cubs swept Shohei Ohtani and the struggling Los Angeles Dodgers with a wild 7-6 victory on Wednesday. Nico Hoerner added...

How the Dodgers Landed Tarik Skubal and Won the MLB Trade Deadline

The Dodgers landed Tarik Skubal at the MLB trade deadline, and the rest of baseball may have helped create another powerhouse.

What's wrong with the Dodgers? Three causes for season-high losing streak -- and why they shouldn't be worried

The Dodgers lost their fifth straight game on Tuesday night, Tarik Skubal's team debut

Dodgers Updates: Tyler Glasnow And Blake Snell Rehab Starts

The Los Angeles Dodgers fortified their starting rotation by trading for Tarik Skubal, but in the weeks ahead they also expect to add Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow to the group. On the same day...

Dodgers minors: Josue De Paula continues terrific campaign

High-scoring games across the board in the Dodgers minor league system, with no team scoring or allowing fewer than six runs in any of the four games. Also worth noting, both Blake Snell and Tyler...

Dodgers proved to rest of MLB how worthwhile deferrals are with luxury tax situation

The Los Angeles Dodgers' luxury tax situation proves just how valuable deferred money can be.

Tarik Skubal And Shohei Ohtani Combining For MLB History

The Los Angeles Dodgers struck a blockbuster deal to acquire two-time reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for three prospects. Skubal is...

MLB trade deadline awards: The team that got better but still upset fans, the risk-takers and more

Here's what we learned from this year's deals -- and titles for the teams with the most interesting elements of the 2026 deadline.

Dodgers notes: Tarik Skubal, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts

The entire baseball world turned their collective heads towards the city of Chicago on Tuesday, as the Dodgers debuted their shiniest new addition. Tarik Skubal took the mound for the first time...

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Mired in 5-game skid, Dodgers send reliable Eric Lauer vs. Cubs

The rotation for the Los Angeles Dodgers could be a revolving door through the remainder of the regular season.,How long veteran left-hander Eric Laue

MLB roundup: Cubs spoil Tarik Skubal's Dodgers' debut

Dansby Swanson went 3-for-4 with a homer and a double for the Chicago Cubs in a 5-1 win against the visiting Dodgers on Tuesday, helping spoil the Los

Dodgers C Dalton Rushing diagnosed with partial UCL tear

A day after the Los Angeles Dodgers put Dalton Rushing on the injured list, manager Dave Roberts announced Tuesday that the catcher is dealing with a

Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.

Dodgers hold on to top spot in Power Rankings
Skubal takes loss despite effective Dodgers debut

Tarik Skubal pitched six effective innings against the Cubs in his Dodgers debut but still ended up taking the loss after a 5-1 win for Chicago.

As Snell nears return to rotation, Glasnow begins rehab assignment
MRI Reveals Dalton Rushing Has Slightly Torn UCL In Right Elbow

The Los Angeles Dodgers reunited with both Ben Rortvedt and Hunter Feduccia at the trade deadline due to Will Smith and Dalton Rushing being unavailable because of respective injuries, and now...

Dalton Rushing Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a partial tear of the UCL in his right elbow, manager Dave Roberts tells David Vassegh of the Dodger Talk podcast. The second-year backstop landed on the 10-day...

Dodgers squander Tarik Skubal's quality start in team debut

New Dodger Tarik Skubal pitches six strong innings, but L.A.'s offense is quiet during a loss to the Chicago Cubs.

Tarik Skubal makes quality start but loses Dodgers debut to Cubs

Dansby Swanson went 3-for-4 with a homer and a double for the Chicago Cubs in a 5-1 win against the visiting Dodgers on Tuesday, helping spoil the Los

Tarik Skubal takes loss in Dodgers debut as Los Angeles' season-long losing streak continues

Skubal had a solid first outing in a Dodgers uniform but didn't get much run support from his new teammates

Cubs 5, Dodgers 1: Tarik Skubal’s debut spoiled by putrid offense to run losing streak to season-high 5 games

All eyes were on Tarik Skubal tonight in his Dodgers debut, and while he didn’t completely dominate, he did show why he was so coveted. He was unlucky to be trailing when he exited, both due to...

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