Dodgers detonate early as rotation news cuts both ways — June 07, 2026

Ohtani Sits, Sasaki Stumbles as Dodgers Get Thumped in Chicago — June 13, 2026

Shohei Ohtani sat with left knee inflammation as the Dodgers opened in Chicago with an 8-2 loss to the White Sox, exposing a depleted lineup, Roki Sasaki’s rough fifth inning, and a roster still juggling Will Smith’s IL stint. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Meidroth shines as White Sox pummel Dodgers | theScore [https://www.thescore.com/mlb/news/3553142/meidroth-shines-as-white-sox-pummel-dodgers] — theScore # Meidroth shines as White Sox pummel Dodgers | theScore Published: 2026-06-13T03:00:16+00:00 Source: thescore.com (thescore.com) Language: en ## Story Meidroth shines as White Sox pummel Dodgers | theScore # Meidroth shines as White Sox pummel Dodgers 8 minutes ago Daniel Bartel / Getty Images Sport / Getty CHICAGO (AP) — Chase Meidroth had three hits and two RBIs, and the Chicago White… 2. Dodgers hold off Pirates as Ohtani exits with knee inflammation [https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/article/dodgers-hold-off-pirates-as-ohtani-exits-with-knee-inflammation] — SportsGrid Dodgers hold off Pirates as Ohtani exits with knee inflammation Live NowLive PITTSBURGH — The Dodgers accomplished their primary goal Thursday afternoon at PNC Park. They won the series. Behind another productive day from Shohei Ohtani and timely offense throughout the lineup, the Dodgers held off the Pirates for an 8-6 victory to improve to 44-25 on the season. The win sends the Dodgers to… 3. Dodgers place 3-time All-Star catcher Will Smith on the injured list with neck inflammation [https://www.bastillepost.com/global/article/5927840-dodgers-place-3-time-all-star-catcher-will-smith-on-the-injured-list-with-neck-inflammation] — Bastille Post Dodgers place 3-time All-Star catcher Will Smith on the injured list with neck inflammation Skip to Content # Dodgers place 3-time All-Star catcher Will Smith on the injured list with neck inflammation Sport Sport ## Dodgers place 3-time All-Star catcher Will Smith on the injured list with neck inflammation PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers placed catcher Will Smith on the 10-day… 4. Dodgers Announce Starting Pitchers for Weekend Series vs Surprise White Sox [https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/onsi/dodgers-announce-starting-pitchers-weekend-series-surprise-white-sox] — Sports Illustrated Dodgers Announce Starting Pitchers for Weekend Series vs Surprise White Sox The Los Angeles Dodgers are in Chicago for a three-game series with the new-look White Sox. The White Sox have been one of the biggest surprises in Major League Baseball this season, entering this weekend series with a 36-31 record after winning two straight games against the Atlanta Braves (Thursday's series finale was… 5. The Dodgers Are Proving a Six-Man Rotation Can Work | Just Baseball [https://www.justbaseball.com/mlb/la-dodgers-proving-six-man-rotation-can-suceed/] — Just Baseball The Dodgers Are Proving a Six-Man Rotation Can Work | Just Baseball By Landon Baylon| June 12, 2026 | LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 25: Shohei Ohtani #17 and Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on during the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium on May 25, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Yuichi Masuda/Getty Images) With arm… Daily TopFive for Dodgers Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Dodgers Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgers-daily-fancast/id1895794344] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5XDZMj7RjNFNPnjBTX6dqn]. Feedback? Email dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Dodgers Win, But Injuries Crowd the Box Score — June 12, 2026

Shohei Ohtani homered and reached four times before exiting with left knee inflammation as the Dodgers beat Pittsburgh 8-6; Justin Wrobleski also left hurt, Will Smith hit the IL, and Tanner Scott’s four-out save steadied a bullpen under scrutiny. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Dodgers 8, Pirates 6: The series is secured, but Shohei and Wrobo exit with injuries – Dodgers Digest [https://dodgersdigest.com/2026/06/11/dodgers-8-pirates-6-the-series-is-secured-but-shohei-and-wrobo-exit-with-injuries/] — Dodgers Digest # Dodgers 8, Pirates 6: The series is secured, but Shohei and Wrobo exit with injuries – Dodgers Digest Published: 2026-06-11T19:04:41-07:00 Source: dodgersdigest.com (dodgersdigest.com) Language: en ## Story Dodgers 8, Pirates 6: The series is secured, but Shohei and Wrobo exit with injuries – Dodgers Digest # Dodgers 8, Pirates 6: The series is secured, but Shohei and Wrobo exit with… 2. Dodgers’ Dave Roberts gives 2-word update on Shohei Ohtani injury concern [https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/los-angeles-dodgers/dodgers-news-dave-roberts-2-word-update-shohei-ohtani-injury-concern] — ClutchPoints # Dodgers’ Dave Roberts gives 2-word update on Shohei Ohtani injury concern Author: Rexwell Villas Published: 2026-06-12T02:27:33+00:00 Source: clutchpoints.com (clutchpoints.com) Language: en ## Story Dodgers’ Dave Roberts gives 2-word update on Shohei Ohtani injury concern # Dodgers’ Dave Roberts gives 2-word update on Shohei Ohtani injury concern Dave Roberts shares an encouraging update… 3. Dodgers Select Chuckie Robinson [https://www.mlb.com/press-release/dodgers-select-chuckie-robinson-x0133] — MLB.com # Dodgers Select Chuckie Robinson Published: 2026-06-11T19:23:19.155000+00:00 Source: mlb.com (mlb.com) Language: en ## Story Dodgers Select Chuckie Robinson Skip to Content LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers have selected the contract of catcher Chuckie Robinson and placed catcher Will Smith on the injured list with neck inflammation, retroactive to June 8. Robinson, 31, played one game… 4. Dodgers Closer Tanner Scott Discusses Domininant Save [https://dodgersbeat.com/dodgers-interview-tanner-scott-pirates/] — Dodgers Beat Dodgers Closer Tanner Scott Discusses Domininant Save PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 11: Tanner Scott #66 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the ninth inning during the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on June 11, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images) PITTSBURGH, PA — Tanner Scott’s job on Thursday night was not complicated. At least, that is… 5. Los Angeles Dodgers Release Tyler Fitzgerald In Strategic Decision [https://dodgerblue.com/los-angeles-dodgers-release-tyler-fitzgerald-in-strategic-decision/2026/06/11/] — DodgerBlue.com Los Angeles Dodgers Release Tyler Fitzgerald In Strategic Decision SHARE The Los Angeles Dodgers released Tyler Fitzgerald on Wednesday, which freed up a spot on their 40-man roster. The Dodgers acquired Fitzgerald from the Toronto Blue Jays earlier this season in exchange for cash considerations. That coincided with Landon Knack getting transferred to the 60-day injured list in order to make… Daily TopFive for Dodgers Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Dodgers Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgers-daily-fancast/id1895794344] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5XDZMj7RjNFNPnjBTX6dqn]. Feedback? Email dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Dodgers’ Pittsburgh whiplash: Ohtani lead gone, Smith watch deepens — June 11, 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers lost a 6-1 lead in Pittsburgh despite Shohei Ohtani’s start and Ryan Ward’s grand slam, one night after torching the Pirates bullpen. Will Smith’s neck issue moving to an IL-and-Chuckie Robinson watch adds a roster-health concern. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Box Score, Summary, and Team Stats - June 10, 2026 Gametracker - CBS Sports [https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/gametracker/boxscore/MLB_20260610_LAD@PIT/] — CBS Sports Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Box Score, Summary, and Team Stats - June 10, 2026 Gametracker - CBS Sports site: media | arena: mlb | pageType: scoring | section: | slug: | sport: baseball | route: gametracker | 6-keys: media/spln/mlb/reg/free/gamecenter_boxscores Los Angeles 43-25 8 FINAL 9 Pittsburgh 35-33 Recap Box Score Expert Picks Plays Recap Box Score Expert… 2. Step Back — With Will Smith’s neck issue forcing the Dodgers to create room for Chuckie Robinson, how should we read this move: routine short-term catcher insurance, or a sign the club is genuinely worried about Smith’s workload behind the plate? BACKGROUND SOURCES * Dodgers Reveal Reason for Will Smith’s Lineup Absence vs. Angels - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dodgers-reveal-reason-smith-lineup-020915217.html] — Nelson Espinal Sun, June 7, 2026 at 2:09 AM UTC · 2 min read * Dodgers facing some uncertainty with Will Smith as neck trouble lingers [https://dodgerblue.com/dodgers-will-smith-neck-stiffness-missed-games/2026/06/08/] — Matthew Moreno * Dodgers Increasingly Likely to Move Will Smith to IL - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dodgers-increasingly-likely-move-smith-205616581.html] — Aaron Coloma Tue, June 9, 2026 at 8:56 PM UTC · 3 min read * Who Steps Up if Will Smith Goes on IL? - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/steps-smith-goes-il-190922019.html] — Aaron Coloma Wed, June 10, 2026 at 7:09 PM UTC · 2 min read * Dave Roberts Confirms Will Smith Likely to Go on Injured List Due to Neck Injury - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dave-roberts-confirms-smith-likely-010543805.html] — Nicholas Covone Thu, June 11, 2026 at 1:05 AM UTC · 3 min read * Dodgers Calling Up Minor Leaguer Amid Will Smith IL Stint - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dodgers-calling-minor-leaguer-amid-030859116.html] — Nelson Espinal Thu, June 11, 2026 at 3:08 AM UTC · 2 min read * Dodgers' Will Smith lands on 10-day IL with bruised right hand - ESPN [https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/46252657/dodgers-smith-lands-10-day-il-bruised-right-hand] — Jorge Castillo 3. The Los Angeles Dodgers erupt after Paul Skenes exits in a 12-3 romp over the Pirates | FOX Sports [https://www.foxsports.com/articles/mlb/the-los-angeles-dodgers-erupt-after-paul-skenes-exits-in-a-123-romp-over-the-pirates] — FOX Sports The Los Angeles Dodgers erupt after Paul Skenes exits in a 12-3 romp over the Pirates | FOX Sports # The Los Angeles Dodgers erupt after Paul Skenes exits in a 12-3 romp over the Pirates Published Jun. 9, 2026 10:09 p.m. ET share facebookxredditlink Associated Press PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andy Pages hit a two-run homer and added a sacrifice fly during a seventh-inning outburst against… Daily TopFive for Dodgers Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Dodgers Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgers-daily-fancast/id1895794344] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5XDZMj7RjNFNPnjBTX6dqn]. Feedback? Email dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Glasnow Stalls as Dodgers’ Rotation Questions Get Louder — June 10, 2026

Tyler Glasnow still isn’t playing catch, turning a back-spasm absence into a deeper rotation concern for the Dodgers as Chayce McDermott and Jake Eder wait nearby and Tarik Skubal deadline chatter keeps building. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Dodgers' Dave Roberts Delivers Bad News on Tyler Glasnow's Recovery [https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/onsi/dodgers-dave-roberts-delivers-bad-news-tyler-glasnow-recovery] — Sports Illustrated Dodgers' Dave Roberts Delivers Bad News on Tyler Glasnow's Recovery The Los Angeles Dodgers knew what they were getting when they traded for Tyler Glasnow and signed him to a five-year contract extension in December 2023: A potential All-Star and World Series starter who couldn't be counted on to stay healthy. In Glasnow's first two seasons in Los Angeles, he made 40 regular season starts,… 2. Step Back — With Dave Roberts now sounding less optimistic on Tyler Glasnow’s recovery, where is the real breaking point for the Dodgers’ rotation plan — do they still have enough internal depth to ride this out, or is this the kind of injury uncertainty that should push Andrew Friedman toward a bigger deadline swing? BACKGROUND SOURCES * Tyler Glasnow Taking Much Longer to Return Than Dodgers Expected [https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/onsi/tyler-glasnow-taking-much-longer-return-dodgers-expected] — Si * Dave Roberts announces troubling Tyler Glasnow injury update after Dodgers’ roster move [https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/los-angeles-dodgers/dodgers-news-dave-roberts-tyler-glasnow-injury-update-roster-move] — Benjamin Adducchio * Dodgers' Dave Roberts Delivers Bad News on Tyler Glasnow's Recovery [https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/onsi/dodgers-dave-roberts-delivers-bad-news-tyler-glasnow-recovery] — Si * Andrew Friedman Addresses Dodgers' Trade Deadline Plans Amid Pitcher Injuries [https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/onsi/andrew-friedman-addresses-dodgers-trade-deadline-plans-amid-pitcher-injuries] — Si * Dodgers' Trade Deadline Plans Will Hinge on One Key Factor [https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/onsi/dodgers-trade-deadline-plans-hinge-key-factor] — Si 3. Chayce McDermott placed on taxi squad - Chayce McDermott News | FantasyPros [https://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/590626/chayce-mcdermott-placed-on-taxi-squad-.php] — FantasyPros Chayce McDermott placed on taxi squad - Chayce McDermott News | FantasyPros # Chayce McDermott placed on taxi squad by Ari Koslow| Dodgers Correspondent| Tue, Jun 9th 4:57pm EDT The Dodgers placed Chayce McDermott on their taxi squad. (Bill Plunkett on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: McDermott is with the team ready to be called up if needed. Chayce McDermott and Jake Eder here on taxi squad in… 4. MLB trade deadline 2026: Predicting a Tarik Skubal blockbuster and more bold moves [https://fansided.com/mlb/mlb-trade-deadline-2026-predicting-a-tarik-skubal-blockbuster-and-more-bold-moves-01kt7y4pg4e6] — Fansided MLB trade deadline 2026: Predicting a Tarik Skubal blockbuster and more bold moves Tarik Skubal - Detroit Tigers | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Key Points Bullet point summary by AI - The MLB trade deadline approaches with most teams still in Wild Card contention, setting the stage for bold moves. - Tarik Skubal is the most attractive trade chip likely to be moved, with… Daily TopFive for Dodgers Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Dodgers Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgers-daily-fancast/id1895794344] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5XDZMj7RjNFNPnjBTX6dqn]. Feedback? Email dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Dodgers Stumble, Smith Sits, Skubal Rumors Heat Up — June 09, 2026

Dodgers leave the Freeway Series with a 13-5 loss to the Angels, Will Smith’s neck still clouding Tuesday’s availability in Pittsburgh, and Tarik Skubal trade chatter growing louder as deadline math starts to matter. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Los Angeles Angels vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Live Coverage, Stats, and Updates - June 7, 2026 Gametracker - CBS Sports [https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/gametracker/preview/MLB_20260607_LAA@LAD/] — CBS Sports Los Angeles Angels vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Live Coverage, Stats, and Updates - June 7, 2026 Gametracker - CBS Sports site: media | arena: mlb | pageType: gamecenter_previews | section: | slug: | sport: baseball | route: gametracker | 6-keys: media/spln/mlb/reg/free/gamecenter_previews Los Angeles 25-41 13 ABTV FINAL 5 Los Angeles 42-24 Recap Box Score Expert Picks Plays Recap Box… 2. Will Smith’s injury gets crucial update after Dodgers-Angels series [https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/los-angeles-dodgers/dodgers-news-will-smith-injury-crucial-update-angels-series] — ClutchPoints # Will Smith’s injury gets crucial update after Dodgers-Angels series Author: Christopher Hennessy Published: 2026-06-08T00:44:58+00:00 Source: clutchpoints.com (clutchpoints.com) Language: en ## Story Will Smith’s injury gets crucial update after Dodgers-Angels series # Will Smith’s injury gets crucial update after Dodgers-Angels series Dodgers catcher Will Smith got a positive injury… 3. Dodgers Match Up 'Perfectly' With Tigers in Blockbuster Tarik Skubal Trade [https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/onsi/dodgers-match-up-perfectly-with-tigers-in-blockbuster-tarik-skubal-trade-01ktm1hrxnxq] — Inside The Dodgers # Dodgers Match Up 'Perfectly' With Tigers in Blockbuster Tarik Skubal Trade Published: 2026-06-09T01:00:00+00:00 Source: si.com (si.com) Language: en ## Story Dodgers Match Up 'Perfectly' With Tigers in Blockbuster Tarik Skubal Trade The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to be directly involved in the trade rumors around Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, with the MLB trade deadline coming up in… 4. 2026 MLB Games: Dodgers Pirates Overview - TeamRankings.com [https://www2.teamrankings.com/mlb/matchup/dodgers-pirates-2026-06-09] — Team Rankings 2026 MLB Games: Dodgers Pirates Overview - TeamRankings.com # LA Dodgers at Pittsburgh: Overview Tuesday Jun 9, 2026 6:40 pm - Pittsburgh, PA Odds: Los Angeles by 1.5, Total Points: 8 ## Matchup Menu: LAD @ PIT General Info Picks & Odds Ratings & Stats Records & Results - Situational Trends - Dual Game Log - Head to Head - Common Opponents More Games From Jun 9, 2026 - Seattle @… Daily TopFive for Dodgers Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Dodgers Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgers-daily-fancast/id1895794344] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5XDZMj7RjNFNPnjBTX6dqn]. Feedback? Email dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [dodgers-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].