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Dodgers Seoul Series Video: Chris Taylor, Jason Heyward & More From Workout

Dodgers prepare for Seoul Series in South Korea

Roberts and players acclimate to travel and time change [ more ]

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Dodgers' Dave Roberts: Team Bonding in Seoul Can Carry Over to U.S.

The Dodgers prioritize building camaraderie through the Seoul Series for team success.

Manager Dave Roberts emphasizes the importance of bonding, defense, and playing to talent for World Series aspirations. [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Police Detain Man For Throwing Egg At Dave Roberts During South Korea Arrival

The Los Angeles Dodgers arrived in South Korea for the Seoul Series against the San Diego Padres.

A South Korean man with a history of mental illness threw an egg near Dodgers manager Dave Roberts at the Incheon International Airport. [ more ]

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James Outman: Shortened Spring Training Gave Dodgers 'Sense Of Urgency'

Dodgers playing in Seoul Series

Shortened Spring Training timelines [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Dave Roberts is Starting to Figure Out What Shohei Ohtani Needs

Giving Ohtani a strategic day off helped reset his game and improve his performance significantly. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Won't 'Jump Ship' on Chris Taylor Despite Slow Start

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts supports struggling player Chris Taylor despite poor start to the season. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

With run of multihit games, Shohei Ohtani's offense is coming around for the Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani's performance has significantly improved recently.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is confident in Ohtani's abilities and expects his success to continue. [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Max Muncy 'Trying To Slow Things Down'

Manager Dave Roberts emphasizes the importance of depth in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for overall success.

Max Muncy is facing challenges with pitch visibility and defensive performance at third base in the 2024 season. [ more ]

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Dodgers' Dave Roberts Reacts to Shohei Ohtani's Statement: 'I Heard Everything I Needed to Hear'

Ohtani accused former interpreter of theft and gambling addiction

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts supports Ohtani's honesty [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Reveals When Max Muncy Will Return to Dodgers Lineup

Max Muncy got hit on the hand during a game but X-rays showed no serious injury.

Dodgers manager expects Muncy to return to the lineup on Saturday. [ more ]

Dodgers Digest

Dodgers 8, D-backs 0: Yoshinobu Yamamoto continues to roll as Dodgers finish road trip at 7-2 - Dodgers Digest

Yoshinobu Yamamoto excelled in pitching, leading the Dodgers to an 8-0 victory with a strong performance, overshadowing the use of a surrender lineup. [ more ]

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1 week ago

Dodgers Notes: Winning Streak Continues, Walker Buehler Update, Ohtani Talks Toronto and More

Dodgers extend winning streak to six games with 4-2 victory over Blue Jays. [ more ]

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James Paxton Gets High Praise From Dave Roberts After Dodgers Debut

James Paxton impresses in Dodgers debut with zero earned runs in five innings.

Manager Dave Roberts praises Paxton's performance as expected from a seasoned veteran. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Provides Injury Update on Jason Heyward, Talks Status for Dodgers Opening Day

Jason Heyward strained his lower back in batting practice but is expected to be ready for Dodgers Opening Day.

Dave Roberts provided an injury update on Jason Heyward, indicating it's not a significant concern and that Heyward will receive treatment and be ready for Opening Day. [ more ]

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Dodgers Notes: Non-Roster Invite Will Make Team, Trevor Bauer to Face LA, Gavin Lux Losing Shortstop Job?

Dodgers faced a rain-shortened game against the San Francisco Giants.

Dave Roberts confirmed a non-roster invitee will make the roster but is unsure about Gavin Lux starting as the Opening Day shortstop. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Manager Dave Roberts says Dodgers infielders Gavin Lux, Max Muncy passing the eye test

Dave Roberts values his own observational skills over defensive metrics from websites like Fangraphs and Baseball Savant.

Dodgers' left-side infield, featuring Max Muncy and Gavin Lux, is considered a strength by Roberts despite poor defensive metrics for both players. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts: Dodgers 'Checked All Of Our Boxes' During Spring Training

Dodgers had a successful Cactus League stint with a few minor health issues

Manager Dave Roberts pleased with team's Spring Training progress and excited for Seoul Series [ more ]

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Spring Training Preview: Tyler Glasnow Making Dodgers Debut Against Angels

Anticipation for Dodgers Spring Training debuts of Ohtani, Glasnow, and Yamamoto.

Glasnow's first start with the Dodgers leads to positive remarks and potential ace status. [ more ]

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Dodgers Notes: Shohei Ohtani Debut Revealed, Gavin Lux Clears Huge Hurdle, Yoshinobu Yamamoto Talks Opener

Dodgers started Cactus League with a dominant win over Padres

Manager discusses Ohtani's Spring Training debut and Yamamoto's potential season opener start in Korea [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Still Views Miguel Vargas as Part of Dodgers' Future

Miguel Vargas transitioning to left field due to limited playing time elsewhere.

Manager Dave Roberts advising Vargas to 'control what you can control.' [ more ]

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Dodgers Spring Training Video: Players Receive Valentine's Day Cards

The Los Angeles Dodgers held their first official full-squad workout of 2024 Spring Training on Valentine's Day.

Manager Dave Roberts addressed the team and implored them to embrace the opportunity ahead. [ more ]

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Dodgers Spring Training Video: Dave Roberts Delivers First Message For 2024 Season

Dodgers Spring Training is underway with pitchers, catchers, and position players reporting early.

Manager Dave Roberts emphasized the importance of embracing big moments and having a collective desire to be in pressure spots for the benefit of the team. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Commentary: Are Dave Roberts and Dodgers front office experiencing a disconnect?

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts disclosed that the team had a meeting with free agent Shohei Ohtani

Roberts' unexpected transparency marked the second time in two days that he and the front office haven't appeared on the same page. [ more ]

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More Information Revealed on Dodgers' Meeting With Shohei Ohtani

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a meeting with free agent Shohei Ohtani at Dodger Stadium on December 1, 2023.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed the meeting, sparking debate and speculation about Ohtani's potential signing with the team. [ more ]

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Dodgers Met With Shohei Ohtani at Dodger Stadium, Says Dave Roberts

The Los Angeles Dodgers met with Shohei Ohtani at Dodger Stadium and the meeting went well, according to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts.

Roberts stated that Ohtani is the Dodgers' top priority this offseason. [ more ]

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Dodgers GM 'Surprised' Dave Roberts Spoke Candidly About Shohei Ohtani Meeting

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts candidly revealed that the team met with Shohei Ohtani at Dodger Stadium

Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes and president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman declined to comment on Ohtani matters [ more ]

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Dave Roberts' Comments on Shohei Ohtani Have Dodgers Fans in a Frenzy

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that the team met with free agent Shohei Ohtani at Dodger Stadium, creating excitement among fans.

Roberts' announcement seems to contradict earlier reports about Ohtani's desire for privacy during the free agency process. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Says Dodgers' Staff is Confident Shohei Ohtani Will Pitch Again in MLB

Dodgers met with Shohei Ohtani and discussed the likelihood of him pitching again.

Manager Dave Roberts is confident that Ohtani will pitch again, but emphasizes betting on Ohtani as a person and player. [ more ]

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5 days ago

Dodgers Video: Shohei Ohtani Gifts Dave Roberts Toy Porsche To Celebrate Home Run Record

Shohei Ohtani gifted Dodger's manager Dave Roberts a toy car instead of a real one after breaking the franchise record for most home runs by a Japanese-born player. [ more ]

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5 days ago

Ohtani gifts Roberts toy Porsche, then sets mark

Shohei Ohtani gifted Dave Roberts a toy Porsche after breaking his home run record. [ more ]

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5 days ago

Shohei Ohtani Surpasses Dave Roberts For Most HRs By Japanese-Born Player in Dodgers History

Shohei Ohtani surpassed Dave Roberts for most home runs by a Japanese-born player in Dodgers history. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Dodgers Going to Be 'Extra Patient' in Re-Evaluating Gavin Lux This Season

Manager Dave Roberts is giving Gavin Lux a longer leash to prove himself due to his previous knee injury.

Lux's struggles at the plate and decision-making are attributed to facing more secondary pitches compared to fastballs in spring training. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

Dave Roberts on Dodgers' Struggling Hitters: 'I'm Gonna Keep Running Them Out There'

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing offensive struggles despite star players; manager remains committed to supporting struggling hitters. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Says Emmet Sheehan Has Been Shut Down From Throwing Following Setback

Starting pitcher Emmet Sheehan shut down due to setback, a long-term situation. [ more ]

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4 weeks ago

Dave Roberts Doesn't Expect Shohei Ohtani to Miss a Dodgers Game Anytime Soon

Shohei Ohtani's second Tommy John surgery doesn't affect his DH playing time for the Los Angeles Dodgers. [ more ]

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Former Red Sox Manny Ramirez now believes that Dave Roberts ... was out at second?

Manny Ramirez left a legacy of memorable plays and quotes during his time with the Red Sox.

Ramirez recently caused confusion by claiming Dave Roberts was out in a crucial 2004 ALCS moment. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Believes Yoshinobu Yamamoto Was 'Fantastic' in Dodgers Win Over Cubs

Yamamoto pitched five scoreless innings for the Dodgers

Roberts praised Yamamoto for his performance [ more ]

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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Reveals Conversation With Dave Roberts That Helped Him Settle Down

Shohei Ohtani showing improvement with recent home runs for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

A conversation with manager Dave Roberts potentially impacting Ohtani's performance positively. [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani Thankful For 'Just Be Yourself' Conversation

Ohtani hit his first home run as a Los Angeles Dodger, easing initial frustrations.

Ohtani received helpful advice from manager Dave Roberts, contributing to his successful moment. [ more ]

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Hilarious Story Shows How Well Dave Roberts Knows His Dodgers Players

Dave Roberts has a deep understanding of his players' personalities and routines beyond just on-field performance.

Players like Yoshinobu Yamamoto's unique javelin throwing warm-up routine are influencing and intriguing teammates like Bobby Miller and Mookie Betts. [ more ]

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Domestic Opening Day Game Preview: Shohei Ohtani & Tyler Glasnow Make Dodgers Home Debut Vs. Cardinals

Tyler Glasnow makes his second start for the Dodgers following an unusual schedule.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has the highest winning percentage in MLB history with a minimum of 1,000 games managed. [ more ]

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Dodgers Notes: Full Will Smith Contract Details, Walker Buehler Injury Update, LA Broadcaster to Miss Start of Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed a 10-year, $140 million contract extension with All-Star catcher Will Smith.

Dave Roberts provided updates on injured players, including Walker Buehler, while a Dodgers broadcaster will miss the start of the season due to his own injury. [ more ]

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Should the Dodgers Be Worried About Mookie Betts' Struggles at Shortstop?

Mookie Betts moved to shortstop from second base

Dodgers have faith in Betts despite initial struggles at the new position [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Enjoying Watching Dodgers Prospects In Freeway Series

The Dodgers are giving prospects opportunities to play during exhibition games.

Manager Dave Roberts is pleased with the young players' performance during the exhibitions. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts: Dodgers Looking To Maintain 'Intensity' With Exhibition Freeway Series

The Dodgers are experiencing a shift in intensity from international play back to exhibition games before the regular season.

Manager Dave Roberts emphasizes the importance of these extra games for players to get in form and maintain intensity. [ more ]

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Dodgers Set Rotation For First Home Series Against Cardinals

The Los Angeles Dodgers reveal their rotation for the upcoming games.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto will look to redeem himself after a rough major league debut. [ more ]

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Andrew Friedman Explains Why Dave Roberts is 'Perfect' Manager For Dodgers

Dave Roberts is a polarizing figure among Dodgers fans.

Andrew Friedman praises Roberts for his consistency, communication, and ability to put players in positions to succeed. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts: Seoul Series Was 'Absolute Plus' For Dodgers

MLB World Tour kicks off in South Korea with the Dodgers and Padres playing the first regular-season games.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts considers the Seoul Series a successful experience for the team. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Will Have Awesome Moment With His Son Before Dodgers Game Against Diamondbacks Today

Dave Roberts to exchange lineup cards with son before Dodgers game against Diamondbacks.

Roberts excited to see his son Cole, a minor leaguer in the Diamondbacks system, play and possibly hit during the game. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Thinks Max Muncy, Gavin Lux Defense 'Should Be a Strength' For Dodgers

Dodgers infield is solid with Freeman and Betts, uncertainties with Lux and Muncy.

Roberts optimistic about Lux and Muncy's performance in 2024. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Would 'Love' to Stay With Dodgers Forever

Pressure on Dodgers and manager Dave Roberts is immense

Roberts wants to be the Dodgers' manager for a very long time [ more ]

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Andrew Friedman Strongly Defends Dave Roberts as Dodgers' Manager

Managing the Los Angeles Dodgers comes with immense pressure and scrutiny, especially for Dave Roberts. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Be like Tommy? Dave Roberts faces must-win season to ensure Dodgers legacy

Roberts aims for championship, feels no pressure due to love for baseball.

Roberts is viewed as the charismatic face and inspirational voice of the Dodgers. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Reveals When Shohei Ohtani Will Play Next Cactus League Game for Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani hits a two-run home run in his Cactus League debut for the Dodgers.

Kiké Hernández set to make his Cactus League debut for the Dodgers on Friday. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Reveals Thinking Behind Batting Shohei Ohtani 2nd in Lineup

Shohei Ohtani's new role as Dodgers' two-way superstar batting second in the lineup explained by manager Dave Roberts.

Dave Roberts strategically placed Ohtani behind Mookie Betts and in front of Freddie Freeman for a balanced lineup. [ more ]

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Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Will Have a Voice in Hall of Fame

Dave Roberts to be voice in new exhibit at Baseball Hall of Fame

Exhibit highlights voices of Black Baseball players [ more ]

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Dodgers Spring Training: Shohei Ohtani Won't Debut Against Angels

Shohei Ohtani's debut in the 2024 Cactus League with the Los Angeles Dodgers is delayed.

The Dodgers are taking a cautious approach with Ohtani's build-up process, emphasizing no rush. [ more ]

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Dodgers Notes: Will Smith Extension Update, Shohei Ohtani On Schedule, Dustin May Talks Return

Shohei Ohtani plans to start for the Dodgers in their Opening Series in Korea.

Dodgers catcher Will Smith has not had contract extension talks despite earning his first All-Star appearance. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

'Cerebral' Tyler Glasnow makes Dodgers debut, targets series start in South Korea

Tyler Glasnow is described as cerebral and shows thorough preparation.

Glasnow is focused on personal preparation and is likely to start in the Dodgers' season-opening series in Korea. [ more ]

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Dodgers Spring Training: Shohei Ohtani Won't Debut Against Angels

Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers debut delayed

Dodgers taking a cautious approach with Ohtani [ more ]

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Dodgers Notes: Dave Roberts Reveals Likely Korea Starters, Shohei Ohtani's Ramp Up Plan, Walker Buehler Update

Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow likely starters for Dodgers' season-opening games in Seoul, South Korea.

Shohei Ohtani aiming for 50 at-bats in Cactus League games to prepare for the regular season. [ more ]

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Dodgers Won't Platoon James Outman in Center Field, Dave Roberts Says

James Outman proved himself with both his defensive and offensive skills in 2023.

Manager Dave Roberts plans to keep Outman as the full-time center fielder for the Dodgers next year. [ more ]

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Dodgers Notes: LA Signs Reliever, Major Bullpen Reinforcements Incoming, When Will Shohei Ohtani Debut?

Dodgers sign veteran reliever to minor league deal

Shohei Ohtani impresses at camp, potential Cactus League debut [ more ]

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Shohei Ohtani 'Ahead of Schedule,' Says Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts

Shohei Ohtani hit 13 home runs during batting practice, showing impressive power.

Ohtani is making good progress towards being ready for Opening Day, with the possibility of playing in Cactus League games soon. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Wants Dodgers To Welcome 'Bigger Bullseye' & 'Embrace The Idea That People Are Coming After Us'

The Los Angeles Dodgers have high expectations and are used to being a target.

Manager Dave Roberts emphasizes the need to embrace the pressure and play with an attacking mindset. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts 'Hopes Dodgers Fans Aren't Mad' For Super Bowl 58 Rooting Interest

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is rooting for the San Francisco 49ers in the Super Bowl because he is friends with 49ers GM John Lynch.

Many Dodgers fans also support the 49ers as there is no professional football team in Los Angeles.

49ers GM John Lynch is looking to win his second Super Bowl, having previously won as a player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. [ more ]

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Dodgers Manager Doesn't Sense Urgency From Clayton Kershaw to Sign

Dave Roberts hopes Clayton Kershaw will remain with the Dodgers.

Kershaw is focused on rehab and signing a contract when it makes sense. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Discusses Dodgers' World Series or Bust Expectations

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is aware of the high expectations for the team to win the World Series.

Roberts wants his players to focus on the present and take each game as it comes rather than being overwhelmed by the pressure to win the championship. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts Reveals More Insight Into Dodgers Lineup Construction for 2024

The 2024 season for the Los Angeles Dodgers is expected to carry immense expectations.

The Dodgers added Shohei Ohtani to their lineup, creating uncertainty about the order of their top three hitters. [ more ]

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Where Will Shohei Ohtani Hit in Dodgers' Lineup? Here's How Dave Roberts Will Decide

Dave Roberts plans to consult with Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman to determine Ohtani's lineup position.

The best option may be Ohtani leading off with Betts and Freeman following him. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Ohtani to bat third, says he'll be ready for opener

Shohei Ohtani is confident he'll be ready to serve as the Dodgers' designated hitter when they open their season in South Korea on March 20.

Dave Roberts, the Dodgers' manager, announced the first three spots of his lineup, with Mookie Betts leading off, Freddie Freeman batting second, and Ohtani hitting third. [ more ]

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Chris Taylor Details What Makes Dave Roberts Great Manager for Dodgers

Dave Roberts is entering his ninth season as the manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The players and Dodgers' organization appreciate Roberts for his communication skills and ability to manage a team with multiple everyday players. [ more ]

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Dave Roberts: Adrian Beltre On 'Mt. Rushmore Of Teammates'

Adrián Beltré was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame as the only former Los Angeles Dodgers player on the ballot.

Beltré received 95.1% of the vote, well above the 75% required for induction into the Hall of Fame. [ more ]

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4 months ago

Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani's Agent Confirms Dave Roberts' Comments Were Non-Issue in Free Agency

Dave Roberts' comments about meeting with Shohei Ohtani did not affect the Dodgers' chances of signing him.

Ohtani's agent confirmed that Roberts' comments were not a problem for Ohtani's decision-making process. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

4 months ago

Plaschke: Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers celebration is no party for Dave Roberts

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was not prominently included in Shohei Ohtani's press conference

Roberts may have a strained relationship with the front office [ more ]

ESPN.com

Roberts: Betts will be 'every-day' 2B next season

Dave Roberts announces that Mookie Betts will be the everyday second baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers next season.

Betts prefers playing second base and believes it is easier on his body compared to playing in the outfield. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Mookie Betts will be Dodgers' everyday second baseman, Dave Roberts says

Mookie Betts will be the everyday second baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024.

The decision was made after discussions between Betts, manager Dave Roberts, and the front office. [ more ]

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Roberts confirms Ohtani meeting, making Dodgers first team to publicly acknowledge talks

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed meeting with Shohei Ohtani in free agency.

Dodgers consider Ohtani their top priority in the offseason. [ more ]

New York Post

Secrecy surrounding Shohei Ohtani talks getting out of hand

Dave Roberts praises Shohei Ohtani's abilities and the Dodgers' willingness to invest in him.

Dodgers distance themselves from Roberts's comments, highlighting the secrecy surrounding Shohei Ohtani's negotiations. [ more ]

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This Day In Dodgers History: Dave Roberts Hired As Manager

Dave Roberts became the Dodgers' first minority manager.

Roberts led the Dodgers to their first World Series championship since 1988 in 2020. [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Finishes in Top 5 in NL Manager of the Year Voting

Dodgers' Dave Roberts finished fifth in the National League Manager of the Year award despite receiving four first-place votes.

Roberts guided the Dodgers to 100 wins and their 10th NL West title in the last 11 years.

Craig Counsell, Skip Schumaker, and Brian Snitker were the three finalists, with Schumaker ultimately winning the award. [ more ]

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