Dodgers

Dating to their Brooklyn days, the Dodgers have not won the World Series after any of their 10 highest-win regular seasons, but they have won championships at ...

Hoornstra ( [@jphoonrstra](https://twitter.com/jphoornstra)) on Twitter. [Muncy, now the everyday third baseman](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/18/dodgers-dave-roberts-calls-max-muncy-bounceback-season-critical/); [Miguel Rojas, next up at shortstop](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/28/dodgers-miguel-rojas-is-the-healthy-vocal-surprise-of-spring-training/) and a surprise contender to [replace Justin Turner as vocal clubhouse leader](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/28/dodgers-miguel-rojas-is-the-healthy-vocal-surprise-of-spring-training/); [designated hitter J.D. The Dodgers have been profitable bets in each of the past four seasons, including a 7.1% profit betting the same amount on every game in 2022, according to • The LPGA’s DIO Implant L.A. [Taylor](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/26/dodgers-chris-taylor-looks-poised-to-platoon-in-2023/), [Trayce Thompson](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/04/trayce-thompson-figures-in-dodgers-plans-despite-unexpected-reverse-splits/) and [David Peralta.](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/20/david-peralta-back-with-dodgers-after-time-of-my-life-at-world-baseball-classic/) Martinez](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/29/dodgers-need-j-d-martinez-to-thrive-among-friends/); [outfielder Jason Heyward](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/25/dodgers-jason-heyward-calls-revamped-swing-a-work-in-progress/), and [pitcher Noah Syndergaard](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/14/noah-syndergaard-looking-to-dodgers-to-help-him-restore-his-thunder/). Also, they have the prospect capital (to trade) to acquire any major league player that would turn a weakness into a strength.” 5 starter at least until Tony Gonsolin is off the injured list. The Padres are the ones with a potential mental edge after prevailing in the postseason last fall. … (The Dodgers have) more questions than they typically have had entering recent seasons.” [Plunkett’s position-by-position analysis](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/28/the-2023-dodgers-position-by-position/) shows that after losing shortstop Trea Turner, third baseman Justin Turner, center fielder Bellinger and 15-game winner Tyler Anderson this winter, and then having [shortstop Gavin Lux hurt in spring training](https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/01/dodgers-working-through-ramifications-of-gavin-luxs-season-ending-injury/), the Dodgers need more than a few not-so-sure things to pay off alongside right fielder Mookie Betts, first baseman Freddie Freeman and pitchers Urias and Clayton Kershaw. Hoornstra was the lone voice picking the Dodgers to end up on top in the NL West. To receive the newsletter in your inbox,

Five-time all-star J.D. Martinez is among the six newcomers on the 26-player opening day roster. The Dodgers signed Martinez to a one-year, $10 million contract ...

He will be the only Asian American play-by-play announcer working for a MLB team, according to the Dodgers. Larger televisions, including a 100-inch television, have also been added to the Stadium Club. The collection includes Scully’s 1955, 1963, 1982, 1988 and 2020 World Series rings, Medal of Freedom and two Emmys. The 7:10 p.m. That’s why we’re asking readers like you to support our independent, fact-based journalism. Martinez is 185th on the career home run list with 282. We know you like it—that’s why you’re here. He hit a record-tying four home runs against the Dodgers on Sept. Noah Syndergaard was the Dodgers’ top off-season pitching acquisition. Martinez is among the six newcomers on the 26-player opening day roster. The Dodgers signed Martinez to a one-year, $10 million contract Dec. 29 after he spent the previous five seasons with the Boston Red Sox.

The Boys in Blue return to Dodger Stadium Thursday as the L.A. Dodgers host the Arizona Diamondbacks for the season opener at 7 p.m. There will also be some ...

Dodgers host the Arizona Diamondbacks for the season opener at 7 p.m. The Boys in Blue return to Dodger Stadium Thursday as the L.A. There will also be special tributes to famed Dodgers Announcer Vin Scully for this first season without the legend.

After a spring storm drenched Southern California overnight, a double rainbow appeared Thursday morning behind Dodger Stadium, where the Dodgers will play.

Caltrans closed off the two right lanes of the freeway late last week due to the advancing slide. Forecasters said some higher peaks could see up to 18 inches, with the snow accompanied by winds gusting up to 45 mph. The snow level fell to about 4,000 feet Wednesday morning, bringing a mix of rain and snow to higher elevations. The level dropped to around 3,500 feet Wednesday night, likely leading to several inches of snow falling at higher elevations. The new round of rain again increased concerns about already-saturated ground giving away in the form of mudslides. The chance of rain diminishes by late Thursday afternoon with game-time temperatures in the mid-50s.

Pepiot, 25, ranks No. 13 on The Athletic's list of Dodgers prospects.

Rule change impact?](https://theathletic.com/4359430/2023/03/29/dodgers-season-predictions-questions-2023/) Feyereisen](https://theathletic.com/mlb/player/jp-feyereisen-TM9HTdhIwfKH1CrM/) (right shoulder surgery) and Gonsolin (left ankle sprain) on the list. [‘What are you doing?’: How Dodgers pitcher Ryan Pepiot found a way to self-correct](https://theathletic.com/4251108/2023/03/01/dodgers-mlb-ryan-pepiot-rotation/) [Dodgers’ 10 burning questions for the 2023 season: Predictions? [Tony Gonsolin](https://theathletic.com/mlb/player/tony-gonsolin-He3BJxhxrr7XhD4E/) rolled his ankle following a drill in the middle of spring. Pepiot won the job over Grove, whose mechanical transformation put him on the map and into the big leagues for the first time last summer. He called earning a spot on the Opening Day roster “a lifelong dream” when he was informed of the news last week.

The Dodgers enter the 2023 season with a decent chance of fielding the winner of the National League Rookie of the Year Award.

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers announced their Opening Day 26-man roster ahead of the 2023 regular season, which begins tonight at 7:10 p.m. PT ...

Alex Reyes, RHP (10-day IL) Feyereisen, RHP (60-day IL) PT against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium.

Location: Dodger Stadium - Los Angeles, Calif. Live stream: fuboTV (Try for free), MLB.TV | TV: Bally Sports Arizona, SportsNet LA Probable pitchers: RHP Zac ...

Martinez](/mlb/players/1795780/j-d-martinez/), [David Peralta](/mlb/players/2119697/david-peralta/) and [Miguel Rojas](/mlb/players/1670123/miguel-rojas/), though, along with more of [Trayce Thompson](/mlb/players/1741020/trayce-thompson/) and [Miguel Vargas](/mlb/players/3152039/miguel-vargas/). This isn't to say the team is bad (it isn't at all) or totally new, because there's still [Mookie Betts](/mlb/players/2106654/mookie-betts/), [Freddie Freeman](/mlb/players/1630079/freddie-freeman/), [Will Smith](/mlb/players/1666825/will-smith/) and [Max Muncy](/mlb/players/2106304/max-muncy/). The Turners (Trea and Justin) are gone, as is [Cody Bellinger](/mlb/players/2165919/cody-bellinger/). [Clayton Kershaw](/mlb/players/1221725/clayton-kershaw/) isn't the Opening Day starter. He had one of the longest scoreless inning streaks (44 1/3 innings) in baseball history last season and finished fifth in Cy Young voting after going 12-4 with a 2.54 ERA and 0.92 WHIP. LHP Julio Urías (LAD)

The Dodgers begin the 2023 season with four rookies, an influx of youth that usually is the exception when crafting an Opening Day roster.

But the most notable “rookie” made his Dodger debut in the team’s first week after a minor league dress rehearsal start at Single-A Bakersfield. “All of a sudden, I won the third-base job and I’m going to begin the season with the Dodgers as the starting third baseman. I later went to Triple-A Spokane and was part of one of the best minor league teams in history. In his first 24 starts behind the plate in 1974, the Dodgers went 24–0. Other rookies included relief pitcher Orel Hershiser and Dave Anderson, the team’s №1 draft pick in 1981 and the heir apparent to veteran shortstop Bill Russell. 1980 — Three rookies made the Opening Day roster — center fielder Rudy Law, right fielder Pedro Guerrero and reliever Steve Howe. I got a few hits in some early games and (traveling secretary) Lee Scott tells me the skipper (manager Walter Alston) wanted me to make a road trip to Orlando. I drove in a run with a pinch-hit and I took another road trip to Orlando. Burright batted .205 in 115 games in his only season with the Dodgers. Gray made history by hitting the first home run in Los Angeles history on April 16 at San Francisco. Roseboro batted .271 in 114 games while sharing the catching duties with Rube Walker and Joe Pignatano. Vargas will be the first Dodger rookie second baseman to start Opening Day since Wilton Guerrero in 1997.

Another season of Dodgers baseball kicks off Thursday, and LA's Union Station is hosting a watch party to make sure people who can't go to Dodger Stadium ...

Once the game ends, fans can return to the same spot they were dropped off to be picked up. This service will end 45 minutes after the final out or 20 minutes after the post-game events. There will be music, giveaways, themed snacks and Union Station swag.

Spring has been elusive in Los Angeles this year, and opening day probably won't have the usual warm, glorious weather to welcome fans to Chavez Ravine for ...

The week after? Baseball season has started, the hideous fence around Nearby Elysian Park, the traditional site of daylong partying to celebrate the Dodgers’ home opener, should be filled with the sounds of Still, the [National Weather Service](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.06076&lon=-118.23510#.ZCSCVXbMK38) on Wednesday predicted a “chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before noon. And for the rest of us waterlogged Angelenos, let’s hope spring truly arrives ... This year, the Dodgers open with a night game so it will probably be somewhere in the nippy mid-50s. Even post-rain means soggy leaves dripping rainwater on you in the park. [rainout ](https://thinkbluela.com/2021/08/it-never-rains-in-southern-california/#:~:text=Facts%3A,the%20stadium's%2059%2Dyear%20history)between 2000 and 2018. Usually, it sashays in around mid-February for a 75-degree sunny afternoon or two, a preview of what will arrive in March. It’s not that the weather has been perfect on every opening day. It was What a sad little forecast.

Heyward taking the roster spot of Lux is no surprise, as the latter suffered a torn ACL during the spring and is expected to miss the entirety of the upcoming ...

[Julio Urías](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/u/uriasju01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br), [Clayton Kershaw](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/k/kershcl01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br), [Dustin May](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/m/maydu01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) and [Noah Syndergaard](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/s/syndeno01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br), but their depth is going to be tested early. Outfielder [Jason Heyward](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/h/heywaja01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) has had his contract selected, with infielder [Gavin Lux](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/l/luxga01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) going on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move. In this year’s Spring Training, Pepiot had a 3.29 ERA in 13 2/3 innings while Grove had a 5.40 ERA in 16 2/3 innings. Also, right-hander [Ryan Pepiot](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/p/pepiory01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) will begin the season on the injured list with a left oblique strain. He posted a 3.79 ERA in 76 innings between Double-A and Triple-A last year, striking out 28% of opponents against an 8.1% walk rate. The two hurlers each got to make brief MLB debuts last year, with Pepiot posting a 3.47 ERA in 36 1/3 innings while Grove had a 4.60 ERA in 29 1/3 innings. Fellow righty [Michael Grove](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/grovemi01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) will take his place on the roster. [Andre Jackson](https://www.baseball-reference.com/search/search.fcgi?pid=jacksan01,jackso009and&search=Andre+Jackson&utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br), though they will also have non-roster option in top prospects [Bobby Miller](https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=miller003bob&utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) and [Gavin Stone](https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=stone-000gav&utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br). [reported](https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2023/03/jason-heyward-james-outman-dodgers-opening-day-roster.html) a week ago that Heyward would make the Opening Day roster, jumping into the outfield mix alongside [Mookie Betts](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/b/bettsmo01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br), [David Peralta](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/p/peralda01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br), [Trayce Thompson](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/thomptr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) and [James Outman](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/o/outmaja01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br). Though he didn’t quite match those results in the big leagues last year, he’ll look to take a step forward here in 2023. [reported](https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2023/03/dodgers-option-michael-grove-name-ryan-pepiot-fifth-starter.html) he beat out Grove for the final rotation spot. [Jack Harris](https://www.baseball-reference.com/search/search.fcgi?pid=harris010jac,harris009jac,harris004jac&search=Jack+Harris&utm_medium=linker&utm_source=www.mlbtraderumors.com&utm_campaign=2023-03-30_br) of the Los Angeles Times ( [links](https://twitter.com/Jack_A_Harris/status/1641507036679798784)), some Opening Day roster moves.

Pepiot was to fill Tony Gonsolin's spot in the rotation while Gonsolin recovers from an ankle injury. Michael Grove will now take that spot. Share this:.

“At the end of the day, there is positivity at the end of that process,” Heyward said. He will move his rehab to the Dodgers’ training complex in Arizona when he is able to do more. what that says to us is to be extra careful so it doesn’t linger,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. “It was a dream come true being told I made the roster. Gonsolin has begun throwing off a mound but is not expected back before the end of April after eventually going on a minor-league injury rehabilitation assignment. Instead, right-hander Michael Grove will take that spot and make his first start on Monday against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium.

The Los Angeles Dodgers Opening Day roster for the 2023 season is comprised of the expected 13 pitchers and 13 position players, but did feature a surprise ...

Be sure to ring the notification bell to watch player interviews, participate in shows and giveaways, and stay up to date on all Dodgers news and rumors! “It was assumed he was going to be on the team, so I didn’t feel the need to call him. Injured list (9): Walker Buehler (60-day IL), J.P. However, the Dodgers placed Pepiot on the 15-day injured list because of a left oblique strain. I think Vargas, I sort of maybe dropped the ball a little bit,” Roberts said with a laugh. Pepiot initially secured the final spot in the Opening Day rotation over Grove — an opportunity created when Tony Gonsolin suffered a left ankle sprain.

Details for 2023 Los Angeles Dodgers Opening Day at Dodger Stadium, including a Vin Scully tribute, ceremonial first pitch, new food & more.

Fans can begin parking at Dodger Stadium when lots open at 4:10 p.m. Be sure to ring the notification bell to watch player interviews, participate in shows and giveaways, and stay up to date on all Dodgers news and rumors! Other recent Opening Night games at Dodger Stadium were played in 1995, 2011 and 2020.

The Oklahoma City Dodgers and Los Angeles Dodgers have announced the OKC Dodgers' preliminary roster as the team opens its 2023 season Friday at Chickasaw ...

Only two players on the preliminary roster have never played above Double-A in their careers: Infielder Justin Yurchak and outfielder Ryan Ward. OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Dodgers and Los Angeles Dodgers have announced the OKC Dodgers’ preliminary roster as the team opens its 2023 season Friday at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. In addition to Busch, three other players are on the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 40-man roster: relief pitchers Justin Bruihl and Victor González and infielder Yonny Hernández. His 32 home runs tied for the Dodgers’ organizational lead and was tied for sixth overall in the Minors. Between the two levels, Busch tied for the overall Minor League lead with 118 runs scored, while ranking third overall in the Minors in total bases, tied for third with 70 extra-base hits and was fifth with 108 RBI. The maximum amount of active players per Triple-A roster is 28, and the official roster will be determined prior to Friday’s season opener.

LOS ANGELES (CNS) — The Los Angeles Dodgers will begin their 2023 season Thursday evening at Dodger Stadium against the Arizona Diamondbacks amid substantial ...

The size of first, second and third base will increase from the standard 15-inch square to 18-inch square. A pitcher must begin his motion before the expiration of the timer. The pitch timer resets following a disengagement. They will be 92-70 and finish four games ahead of the Dodgers, who it gives a 31.2% chance of winning the division. A pitcher may “disengage the rubber,” including to attempt a pickoff throw, twice per plate appearance without penalty. He will be the only Asian American play-by-play announcer working for a MLB team, according to the Dodgers. Larger televisions, including a 100-inch television, have also been added to the Stadium Club. The collection includes Scully’s 1955, 1963, 1982, 1988 and 2020 World Series rings, Medal of Freedom and two Emmys. EDITOR'S NOTE: Multimedia journalist Kristen Lago spoke with the Dodgers’ executive chef, the VP of planning and development, and a team historian on the stadium’s additions this season. Martinez is 185th on the career home run list with 282. He hit a record-tying four home runs against the Dodgers on Sept. Martinez is among the six newcomers on the 26 player opening day roster.

The Diamondbacks announced their 26-man roster on Thursday, going with an even split of position players and pitchers as play begins in Los Angeles.

The Diamondbacks are +8000. The Diamondbacks and Dodgers will play four times this weekend followed by four more next week. The Diamondbacks are fourth, at +4000. The Dodgers likely will be relying heavily upon their younger players, including IF/OF Miguel Vargas and OF James Outman, both of whom made the Opening Day roster. The Diamondbacks acquired him from the Cleveland Guardians in a November trade for pitching prospect Ross Carver. “We’ve identified the needs of this ballpark and we’ve said if we’re going to stay here — which we’re going to know very, very soon, I’d say within the next month to two months — if we’re staying here, I don’t think we will rank or rate where we are now, say, in the next three years. The Diamondbacks scored in each of the first two innings against Dodgers lefty Julio Urias. Due to the pandemic and needing Tommy John surgery, Vargas, 23, has thrown just 34 1/3 innings above short-season ball in his professional career. First, the Diamondbacks are facing Dodgers left-hander Julio Urias, who is a tough matchup for left-handed hitters. “He has the talent to do it.” The Arizona Diamondbacks open the regular season at 7:10 p.m. It was Smith’s third hit of the night off Gallen, two of which came on pitches that were not strikes.

The Opening Day of the 2023 MLB season saw new rules, and new faces, but in the end the result was the same, as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Arizona ...

Welcome to a new era in Dodgers baseball, and the game in general for that matter. "Kudos to Major League Baseball and the Player's association," said Roberts. "I made a couple adjustments and felt more like myself on the mound a little bit more," said Urias through a translator. There's obviously going to be hiccups here in there, but I thought we did a good job of getting in the box on time and getting the pitch off on time. Max Muncy, who likes to step out of the box during at-bats, and rarely strikes out, wore a "platinum sombrero" also known as "the Olympic rings" by striking out five times on Thursday. I made those adjustments and I was able to be a little bit more successful those last three innings." It was nice for us that I got to do that and we just kept on them." The Dodgers even had a new Opening Day starter. Will Smith knocked in three, and Outman hit the first homer of the season as the Los Angeles Dodgers dominated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 on Thursday night. Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Kevin Ginkel became the first victim of the new rule when he took to long to throw a pitch to Dodgers' catcher Will Smith and was given an automatic ball by the umpire as his punishment. The slow-pace, the smell of fresh cut grass, and the crack of the bat have mesmerized us. The bases are bigger and the game is faster.

El pitcher mexicano trabajó durante seis entradas completas para adjudicarse el triunfo en el Opening Day de la MLB.

Por su parte, la ofensiva de Los Ángeles Dodgers produjo dos carreras en el tercer capítulo y tomó la delantera en la pizarra en el quinto inning, con un rally de 3 carreras. Un comienzo titubeante para el líder de efectividad de la Liga Nacional en el 2022. El 'Culichi' fue el elegido por Dave Roberts para trabajar el 'Opening Day' y el zurdo respondió al salir del Dodger Stadium con la victoria en la bolsa sobre [Arizona Dbacks](/beisbol/mlb/equipo/_/nombre/ari/arizona-diamondbacks) por 8-2.

Will Smith has three hits and four RBIs and James Outman hits a two-run home run to back Julio Urias in an 8-2 victory in the Dodgers' coldest home opener in ...

Outman followed and worked the count full against Diamondbacks reliever Cole Sulser then drove a fastball over the wall in left-center field. In the fifth, Betts walked and Freeman singled to put runners at the corners for Smith. The only baserunners came on an error by shortstop Miguel Rojas in the second inning – a double play followed on the next batter – and a single by Ketel Marte in the sixth. But once the game started, I settled in.” “That was front of mind actually. To be able to plug him in at the top of our lineup says something about the player.” This time, he parachuted a 60.8 mph bloop single into right field, driving in the go-ahead run. “His stuff just seemed a little crisper. No other Diamondback got there safely the rest of the night against Urias or three relievers (Phil Bickford, Shelby Miller and Yency Almonte). A rare night start, atmospheric rivers and whatnot combined to make this the chilliest Opening Day in recent memory. “I made a couple adjustments. “He understands his main job is to be a servant to the pitchers – which he does a very good job of that.

LOS ANGELES — Will Smith went 3 for 5 and drove in three runs, James Outman homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 on ...

[ceremonial first pitches](https://www.mlb.com/gameday/d-backs-vs-dodgers/2023/03/30/718770/final/wrap): Orel Hershiser, Éric Gagné and Fernando Valenzuela. It’s a tradition Heyward began during his years with the Chicago Cubs. The Dodgers broke open a 2-all game in the fifth. Under baseball’s new rules, the Diamondbacks were called for a pitch-timer violation in the eighth. Ketel Marte singled to right, Betts picked up the ball barehanded and in one motion made a two-hop throw to get Marte stretching at second. They bid farewell to Trea Turner, Justin Turner and Cody Bellinger in the offseason, helping make the roster a bit younger.

For the first time in years, the Dodgers didn't make a huge splash in free agency or via the trade market. Instead, they watched Trea Turner, Justin Turner and ...

For the Dodgers, however, Smith is one of the keys to the '23 season. “The first few innings I was cutting a little short with my fastball and it was an advantage for the hitters. But it served as a reminder that although the Dodgers might look different in '23, they’re still a dangerous club. “From leading off all the way to the ninth hitter, I think it’s great. Though Trea Turner is a big loss in the lineup, the Dodgers still have The four RBIs from Smith are the most by a catcher on Opening Day in Dodgers history. He [Zac Gallen] was close to getting out of it with a zero, but it was just nice for us that I was able to do that. “We had pressure on them the whole night,” Smith said. “Tonight, I hope, was a sign of things to come,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. For the first time in years, the Dodgers didn’t make a huge splash in free agency or via the trade market. Perhaps not one that would match the franchise-record 111 wins from a season ago, but still one that would be among the elite in the National League. Internally, however, the Dodgers felt they would still field a very competitive team.

James Outman and Miguel Vargas impress for the Dodgers in their victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Will the new guys continue to play leading roles?

And new shortstop [Miguel Rojas](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2023-03-03/miguel-rojas-embraces-new-dodgers-opportunity-custom-cleats-veterans-swag) ... When there’s more unknowns as far as service time, I think it adds to that sort of volatility, but with that comes a lot of excitement. “This one is a mystery, and it’s kind of fun.” New kid [Miguel Vargas](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2023-02-14/dodgers-miguel-vargas-second-base-dave-roberts) walked and scored. Next, as an homage to the Dodgers’ esteemed pitching history, the first pitch was jointly thrown out by Cy Young winners Fernando Valenzuela, Eric Gagne and Hershiser, with their catchers being Mike Scioscia, Rick Dempsey and Roberts. Martinez was the designated hitter. [James Outman](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2023-03-23/james-outman-dodgers-opening-day-roster) blasted a two-run homer and singled. This was a Dodgers team picked to finish second in a National League West Division it has won nine out of the last 10 years. About the only thing that didn’t always play so well were those bright new lights, which were amazingly darkened when the Diamondbacks made a pitching change. New vet [David Peralta](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2023-02-10/david-peralta-dodgers-contract) drove in another run with a hard single. This is going to be different. There were empty seats, but dancing in the aisles.

Julio Urías took his place on the hill at Dodger Stadium with applause raining down from the 52075-person sellout crowd. Moments prior, that same mound was ...

Urías allowed his first hit in 13 plate appearances to second baseman Ketel Marte, who hit a single to right field. It traveled 390 feet (Statcast) and extended the Dodger lead to 7–2. “I was definitely excited (before the game). Smith would repeat his efforts with one out in the fifth inning. We got pressure on them the whole night, with big hit after big hit,” Smith said. Like Urías, it took two frames for the Dodger offense to start rolling.

Carlos Morles, also known as the “Desert Doyer” stands on the top deck of Dodger Stadium before Thursday's season opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

A two-sport scholarship athlete at the University of Maine, Orono, she still holds the record for five goals in one field hockey game. She has been a staff photographer with the Los Angeles Times since 1994. Schaben were on hand to capture many of the game’s biggest moments.

Standout performances by Will Smith, Julio Urías and James Outman help deliver the Dodgers to an 8-2 season-opening victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.

“It was a dream come true.” “And we showed it today.” But at the end of the day, there is positivity at the end.” Everyone else sort of fell in with that.” Will the new guys continue to play leading roles? “As far as seeing pitches, getting two-strike hits, two-out RBIs, and just having good at-bats. “We’ve got a great team, a great group of guys,” Peralta said. For one night, it was everything the Dodgers were hoping to see — starting a season that will feature plenty of questions, and might require renewed faith and patience, with a staunch reminder of the talent and potential that remains in the building. Martinez](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2022-12-17/jd-martinez-agrees-deal-dodgers) and [David Peralta](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2023-02-10/david-peralta-dodgers-contract), helped the Dodgers pull away with RBI knocks in the fifth inning. “There’s a lot of grind in that process. [Miguel Vargas and James Outman](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2023-03-30/james-outman-miguel-vargas-new-dodgers-season-opener) — who became the first pair of rookies to start in the Dodgers opening day lineup since 1985 — put the contest out of reach, with Vargas drawing a walk before Outman smashed a two-run home run to left. [Will Smith](https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/liveblog/dodgers-opening-night-live-updates), went three for four and drove four runs, including the Dodgers’ first three of the game to erase their early deficit.

Will Smith se fue de 5-3 e impulsó tres carreras, James Outman se voló la barda y los Dodgers de Los Ángeles superaron 8-2 a los Diamondbacks de Arizona en ...

El cubano Miguel Vargas de 2-0 con una anotada. La práctica de bateo se vio interrumpida por la lluvia y se cubrió el diamante. El mexicano Julio Urías (1-0), que fue el líder de efectividad de la Liga Nacional con 2.16 cargó con la victoria en la primera apertura en día inaugural de su carrera.

James Outman and Miguel Vargas impress for the Dodgers in their victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Will the new guys continue to play leading roles?

LOS ANGELES -- It's a new season and a chance for fresh starts, and the D-backs have a youthful roster filled with optimism for the future.

“The first two innings were great with three hits and we scored a couple runs and then it stalled out. It’s a conundrum, you’re putting guys away, but at the same time, in the big spots I didn’t put guys away when I needed to.” “A good start, a little bit of a shaky end,” Lovullo said of Gallen’s outing. “I still punched out seven so I was still putting guys away, but maybe just didn’t execute great in those situations,” Gallen said. “But at the same time, I mean, it's my same sentiment -- those guys drive nice cars, too. Dodger Stadium has been a house of horrors for the D-backs.

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 in their season opener.

The Dodgers broke open a 2-all game in the fifth. Ketel Marte singled to right, Betts picked up the ball barehanded and in one motion made a two-hop throw to get Marte stretching at second. They bid farewell to Trea Turner, Justin Turner and Cody Bellinger in the offseason, helping make the roster a bit younger.

Get a recap of the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers baseball game.

Martinez](http://www.espn.com/mlb/player/_/id/31065/jd-martinez)'s RBI single chased [Zac Gallen](http://www.espn.com/mlb/player/_/id/39910/zac-gallen), and [David Peralta](http://www.espn.com/mlb/player/_/id/33384/david-peralta) singled off [Cole Sulser](http://www.espn.com/mlb/player/_/id/37825/cole-sulser) to give Los Angeles a 5-2 lead. It’s a tradition Heyward began during his years with the [Chicago Cubs](http://www.espn.com/mlb/team/_/name/chc/chicago-cubs). [Ketel Marte](http://www.espn.com/mlb/player/_/id/32512/ketel-marte) singled to right, Betts picked up the ball barehanded and in one motion made a two-hop throw to get Marte stretching at second. [ceremonial first pitches](https://www.mlb.com/gameday/d-backs-vs-dodgers/2023/03/30/718770/final/wrap): Orel Hershiser, Éric Gagné and Fernando Valenzuela. [San Diego Padres](http://www.espn.com/mlb/team/_/name/sd/san-diego-padres) in their National League Division Series. Roberts said he appreciated Heyward’s acknowledgment of his palate. [Gallen](https://www.mlb.com/gameday/d-backs-vs-dodgers/2023/03/30/718770/final/wrap) (0-1) gave up six hits and five runs in 4 2/3 innings. “I couldn't stay still when they were doing all the name announcements.” Outman is part of that youth movement, having made the opening-day roster off a strong spring showing. Julio Urías (1-0), last year’s NL ERA leader at 2.16, got the victory in his first career opening-day start. The game-time temperature was 55 degrees — 15 degrees lower than Los Angeles’ average of 70 in March. The left-hander allowed four hits and two runs in six innings.

James Outman hit a two-run home run for the Dodgers during an 8-2 season-opening victory that heralds his place as a rising standout in the clubhouse.

“I think it definitely relaxed me, for sure,” Outman said of the walk. Martinez and David Peralta in the fifth to take a 5-2 lead. “Yeah, definitely at the beginning,” Outman said, when asked if he was nervous. It was a dream come true.” … He does a good job of getting the emotions through that gum he is always chewing.” “I think he sort of straight-faced me,” Roberts said. “I couldn’t stay still when they were doing all the [pregame introductions]. “He kind of gave me a nod while chewing his bubblegum. The next person is going to have to wait. But I think the expectation was that, at some point, I’d pass down ‘Rocko’ to the next person.” “We had him as a mascot for the pitchers, and they started giving up too many hits. Will the new guys continue to play leading roles?

The Dodgers erase an early 2-0 deficit and rout the Arizona Diamondbacks, 8-2. It's their ninth victory in their last 11 season openers.

No. To get this newsletter in your inbox, [click here](https://www.latimes.com/newsletters/sports/la-newsletter-sports-report-signup-page-htmlstory.html). It’s the end of a remarkable college career for Baylor’s Brittney Griner, a record-setting 6-foot-8 post player who ended up as the second-highest scoring player in NCAA history. 1997 — Martina Hingis becomes the youngest No. Norton, a 5-1 underdog, breaks Ali’s jaw in the first round. The Utes won the first semifinal with a score of 198.125 while Washington upset No. And then, three days before the start of the NCAA tournament, statistician Pat McGrath died unexpectedly in his San Francisco hotel room. 14 Missouri, which finished second to the Bruins with a score of 197.4. The season was 1993-94, and Luc Robitaille scored 44 goals to lead the team for the fifth consecutive season. In the eighth inning, the A’s Tony Kemp hit an RBI double to tie the score. But at the end of the day, there is positivity at the end of that process. Needing two outs to get out of the jam, Ohtani struck out his next batter, Jesús Aguilar.

Satisfecho por conseguir su primer triunfo en un juego inaugural, Julio Urías se dijo afortunado por iniciar la temporada con el pie derecho para los ...

Urías se convirtió en el décimo segundo lanzador mexicano en ser abridor en un Opening Day y el segundo para la organización angelina. Ya tuvimos bastante tiempo en Spring Training para trabajar y me siento bien con eso”, dijo Julio sobre estar contra el reloj en el arranque de la campaña. El mexicano [Julio Urías](https://espndeportes.espn.com/beisbol/mlb/jugador/_/id/33223/julio-urias) fue el lanzador abridor para Dodgers en un Opening Day de MLB por primera vez en su carrera.

A fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers ran onto the field in-between innings during Thursday's game against the Diamondbacks in order to propose.

"I don’t think any moment is going to be too big for him," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. [111-win season](https://www.foxnews.com/category/sports/mlb) that ended against the San Diego Padres in the Divisional Series. [Arizona Diamondbacks](https://www.foxnews.com/category/sports/mlb/arizona-diamondbacks). [CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM](https://www.foxnews.com/sports) [CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP](https://www.foxnews.com/apps-products?pid=AppArticleLink) [Major League Baseball](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/mlb-opening-day-three-major-rule-changes-2023-season) is always memorable for fans of the game with spring in the air and the prospect of a new season providing hope.

Will Smith went 3 for 5 and drove in three runs, James Outman homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 on Thursday night in ...

[ceremonial first pitches](https://www.mlb.com/gameday/d-backs-vs-dodgers/2023/03/30/718770/final/wrap): Orel Hershiser, Éric Gagné and Fernando Valenzuela. The Dodgers broke open a 2-all game in the fifth. Under baseball’s new rules, the Diamondbacks were called for a pitch-timer violation in the eighth. May went 2-3 with a 4.50 ERA in six games coming off 2021 Tommy John surgery. It’s a tradition Heyward began during his years with the Chicago Cubs. Ketel Marte singled to right, Betts picked up the ball barehanded and in one motion made a two-hop throw to get Marte stretching at second. They bid farewell to Trea Turner, Justin Turner and Cody Bellinger in the offseason, helping make the roster a bit younger. Outman is part of that youth movement, having made the opening-day roster off a strong spring showing. The game-time temperature was 55 degrees — 15 degrees lower than Los Angeles’ average of 70 in March. The left-hander allowed four hits and two runs in six innings. Julio Urías (1-0), last year’s NL ERA leader at 2.16, got the victory in his first career opening-day start. "It was an unforgettable experience," Urías said through a translator.

As he got down on one knee and pulled out the ring, fans went wild cheering him on. Moments later, a security officer blindsided him with an NFL-like tackle ...

[Los Angeles Dodgers](https://www.foxla.com/tag/sports/mlb/dodgers) fan had one memorable night at this year's season opener against the [Arizona Diamondbacks](https://www.foxla.com/tag/sports/mlb). Not only did the [Dodgers](https://www.foxla.com/tag/sports/mlb/dodgers) win, but he asked the love of his life to marry him. They bid farewell to Trea Turner, Justin Turner and Cody Bellinger in the offseason, helping make the roster a bit younger.

When: 7:10 p.m., Friday. Where: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles. Pitchers: Diamondbacks RHP Merrill Kelly (13-8, 3.37) vs. Dodgers RHP Dustin May (2 ...

With a runner on and two out in the eighth, Lovullo summoned McGough into his first game back in the majors since 2015. “I wanted to see if I could get short with the swing coming off of yesterday,” he said. “I think everybody in this bullpen is very adaptable and they’re able to maneuver and help us win baseball games,” Lovullo said. Instead, he sent to the plate three right-handed pinch-hitters. LOS ANGELES — The louder it is in the ballpark, the easier it is to focus, Diamondbacks left-hander Andrew Chafin said. First, he went to right-hander Drey Jameson, the power-armed starter-turned-long reliever to get through four innings.

One Los Angeles Dodgers fan's marriage proposal on Opening Day came at a painful price. Cell phone cameras were rolling as a man wearing a Mookie Betts ...

A Los Angeles Dodgers fan ran onto the field in hopes to propose to his girlfriend during the team's Opening Day game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on ...

But security quickly intervened to end the spectacle, as Juarez was absolutely lit up by a tackle before being pinned down by three guards. Instead, he was subsequently subject to a firm, bone-crunching tackle by a security guard. And of course I said YES!"

It's springtime. Get your baseball caps out of the closet. Dust off your jerseys. Buy a hot dog and a beer. And watch this man attempting to propose at a ...

There are many better ways to do it without getting pulverized and embarrassing yourself so badly that the internet has a field day with your misery. The MLB added a pitch clock, which is being roundly applauded, but few knew that the game was also going to become a contact sport a la football or the Running of the Bulls. The moral here is probably … Was there a concussion? And watch this man attempting to propose at a Dodgers game get steamrolled so badly that his hat flies up into the air as if he’s a Looney Tunes character. Get your baseball caps out of the closet.

The Dodgers won their season opener, a Dodger fan got a yes from his marriage proposal and Dodger security got a big applause.

After he was released, the couple traveled back home on a party bus. Several additional security guards piled on top of Juarez as his hat flew off in the video. In his Dodgers shirt and hat, Juarez held up a ring and beamed as fans cheered him on.

A Dodgers fan rushed the field on Opening Day to propose to his girlfriend before being decked and detained by stadium security — but she still said yes.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers opened the 2023 season Thursday with a 8-2 victory over Arizona on a chilly night at Dodger Stadium. See scenes from opening day.

"She said yes": A Dodgers fan has gone viral for his surprise outfield proposal that went awry during the season opener game.

But the romantic gesture quickly turns violent when he is suddenly slammed by stadium security and tackled to the ground in a blindside hit. 50 jersey, dropping to one knee, pulling out a ring and proposing to his girlfriend in the stands. 🏼"