Tag: Mookie Betts

Should Dodgers Move Mookie Betts Back to Right Field?

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As the Los Angeles Dodgers begin the final stretch of their 2025 season, a familiar question is surfacing once again: Should Mookie Betts return to right field? While manager Dave Roberts has dismissed any concrete plans for now, recent defensive — and offensive — struggles in the outfield corners are making this conversation impossible to ignore.

With the team’s outfield ranking just 19th among MLB clubs in total wins above replacement and 22nd in defensive rating, the Dodgers could conceivably benefit from some position shifting.

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3 Big Questions for Los Angeles Dodgers as September Approaches

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As the 2025 MLB calendar turns toward September, suddenly every regular-season game carries much more weight. For the Los Angeles Dodgers, this weekend’s showdown against the San Diego Padres could represent what lies ahead — two teams deadlocked atop the NL West, with first place literally hanging in the balance.

As recently as July 3, the Dodgers had what seemed like a comfortable nine-game lead in the NL West. However, they went into this weekend’s showdown as a second-place team. Los Angeles has gone 12-21 since July 3, while the Padres have gone 23-12 to storm back into contention.

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Mookie Betts Given Chance to Reset Amid Offensive Struggles

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In a move that would have been unthinkable in seasons past, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts made the difficult decision to bench Mookie Betts for Saturday night’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The move wasn’t about matchups or getting a rest day — it was about giving one of baseball’s most popular superstars a chance to reset during one of the worst offensive stretches of his career.

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Andy Pages Delivering When Dodgers Need It Most

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In a clubhouse filled with superstars earning nine-figure contracts, the most indispensable player for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season might be the one making close to the league minimum. While Shohei Ohtani commands headlines and Freddie Freeman keeps adding to his offensive legacy, it’s 24-year-old Andy Pages who is quietly shouldering a huge share of the offensive load.

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Dodgers Prospect Watch: Keeping an Eye on Alex Freeland

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While the Los Angeles Dodgers have one of the most talented rosters in the MLB, there are a few spots that lack depth across the organization. The middle infield is one of those categories. Mookie Betts and Tommy Edman have been seeing the lion’s share of playing time up the middle, but there are a handful of top-quality prospects beginning to emerge at various levels of the organization who could make some noise in the bigs.

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Mookie Betts Doubtful for Tokyo Series, Other Notes

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have hit a slight speed bump in MLB’s highly anticipated Tokyo Series. Superstar Mookie Betts is looking increasingly unlikely to take the field against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, as an illness continues to plague the six-time All-Star during the team’s trip.

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Shohei Ohtani’s Spring Debut Coming Soon

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The anticipation surrounding Shohei Ohtani‘s first spring training appearance for the Los Angeles Dodgers continues to build at Camelback Ranch in Arizona. While he has yet to appear in a Cactus League game or face live batters on the mound, that’s about to change — at least on the hitting side.

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Dodgers Roster: Early Thoughts on 2025 Outfield

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As the MLB hot stove continues to percolate, there are still a slew of factors that could affect how the Opening Day roster for the Los Angeles Dodgers shapes up in 2025. More specifically, there are various scenarios that could affect where some players appear regularly on the field.

What we know for certain, as far as position players go, is that Shohei Ohtani will do the bulk of the designated hitting, Freddie Freeman will be at first base, Will Smith will be behind the plate and newly acquired Michael Conforto will see time at the corner outfield spots. It’s also highly likely that Max Muncy will be the club’s regular third baseman.

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Player Spotlight: Tommy Edman

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Although Tommy Edman’s extension from the Los Angeles Dodgers has seemingly taken a backseat to the Blake Snell signing, it still remains an important part of the team roster foundation in 2025 and beyond.

Edman’s solid defensive versatility in both the outfield and infield gives the Dodgers incredible flexibility in their defensive alignments and late-game substitutions. His switch-hitting ability and speed on the basepaths add another dynamic element to an already potent lineup.

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Dodgers Roster: New-Look Lineup Coming Very Soon

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As the Los Angeles Dodgers approach the final stretch of the regular season, they are eagerly anticipating the return of several key players from the injured list. With just over 40 games left, the reinforcements are expected to provide a significant boost to the team’s performance and morale. The Dodgers have weathered a challenging period with numerous injuries, but these impending returns could be the catalyst needed to reclaim momentum and solidify their position as the playoffs draw near.

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