Dodgers crush Reds 6-3, extending their winning streak to five games — and Shohei Ohtani’s return adds fuel to the fire. Manager Dave Roberts drops big news: Roki Sasaki is nearing a comeback after battling a blister, having completed his second bullpen session and set for one more before facing live batters. If all goes well, he’ll skip rehab and rejoin the rotation without a minor league stint. Sasaki, at 5-5 with a 4.60 ERA in 23 starts, was finding his rhythm post-All-Star break before the injury. With Ohtani still sidelined, Sasaki’s return is vital — especially as the playoffs loom — bolstering a stacked Dodgers staff that includes Skubal, Snell, Glasnow, and Yamamoto.

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Dodgers bounce back against Cardinals in a brutal 13-8 loss, but Wednesday’s showdown with lefty Brycen Mautz offers redemption—stacked lineup, Yamamoto on the mound, and a chance to turn things around.

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Shohei Ohtani’s hot streak is cooling off, and it’s raising alarms. After a brutal zero-for-five outing and a five-for-40 slump over his last ten games, his batting average has dropped to .280 — the lowest since late May. His approach at the plate is off: swinging at bad pitches and hitting balls straight to defenders, leading to multiple strikeouts in 11 of his 27 games this month. While still a force, his offensive output isn’t matching MVP-level form. With another player now outpacing him in key stats — including defensive value as a center fielder — Ohtani’s dominance is being challenged. Compounding the issue: his pitching return, originally set for Sunday, has been postponed due to lingering knee and biceps problems, leaving his future on the mound uncertain. Manager Dave Roberts admits the team is wrestling with both swing mechanics and recovery timelines. Every day spent rehabbing or on the mound means less time in the cage — and with Ohtani’s offense vital to playoff hopes, getting him back to his peak is no longer just about individual accolades — it’s about survival.

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The Dodgers are weighing a risky gamble: should Shohei Ohtani pitch again, or prioritize his health as a hitter? With knee and biceps issues lingering, and his offensive value unmatched, the team is leaning hard toward protecting his bat. Manager Dave Roberts admits pitching him now might not be worth the risk, especially with a stacked rotation featuring Skubal, Snell, and Glasnow. The 2024 World Series win came when Ohtani focused solely on hitting — and his postseason pitching has been shaky. With offense struggling and other bats underperforming, keeping Ohtani healthy at the plate could be the key to a deep playoff run.

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The Dodgers’ quest for a third straight title is facing unexpected hurdles—despite a stacked roster and back-to-back championships, key additions like Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker haven’t delivered the spark expected, and their record against top rivals like Atlanta, Chicago, Boston, and Milwaukee shows they’re not invincible. With teams leveling up and a massive target on their backs, this year’s postseason could be their toughest yet.

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The Dodgers just pulled off a blockbuster move by landing two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal — but here’s the twist: he’s a free agent when the season ends, and a looming lockout could shake up the entire free agency landscape. With massive contracts on the table and agents like Scott Boras playing the long game, Skubal might rush to sign if a lockout hits — or wait it out, hoping for even bigger offers once the dust settles. Meanwhile, owners may balk at paying top dollar if a salary cap looms, forcing Skubal into an uncertain waiting game where timing could make or break his payday.

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Dodgers fall hard in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers despite Blake Snell’s gem—10 Ks, five innings, and one run from Freddie Freeman. The bullpen held until a walk-off single. Shohei Ohtani’s return is now in doubt after a shaky bullpen session; no timeline yet as arm and knee issues linger. Catcher drama unfolds with Will Smith nearing his return, possibly forcing Ben Rortvedt out. Offense’s been ice cold—just three runs in three games—sparking talk of calling up James Tibbs III from Triple-A, who’s been tearing it up. And in other news, a veteran might reconsider retirement amid a season of pitching flashes, offensive droughts, and injury chaos.

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Ohtani’s pitching future with the Dodgers is in doubt again—this time it’s arm soreness, not a leg issue—and while the team says it’s not serious, they’re clearly holding him back. Meanwhile, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s MVP surge after a three-homer game has some calling him the favorite, even though Ohtani’s first-half stats would’ve made him MVP if he’d maintained that pace. PCA’s been the best position player this season, and I’ll be watching him live next week—but I’m still not convinced he deserves the award over Ohtani. The real story? Ohtani wants to pitch, his team supports him, but the Dodgers are being cautious. If he takes a few more weeks off, he could be ready for the playoffs—but whether he actually pitches then? That’s another question. It’s all about playing the long game.

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