Edwin Díaz, currently on the Dodgers IL with neck inflammation, says he hopes to reclaim the closer role in time for the 2026 postseason. August 24, 2026.

Dodgers catcher Will Smith is beginning a rehab assignment after completing live BP, putting him on track for a return in late August 2026.

Eric Lauer has been moved from the Dodgers rotation to a bullpen role as the team reshuffles its pitching staff ahead of September 2026.

Shohei Ohtani could make his pitching return for the Dodgers on Sunday against the Tigers, per DodgerBlue. August 24, 2026.

Andy Pages underwent surgery to insert a pin or screw in his fractured left hand. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts called it a minor procedure. August 24, 2026.

Blake Snell throws six shutout innings as the Dodgers blank the Pirates 4-0 on August 23, 2026, completing a sweep and matching their season-high win streak.

The Dodgers are finalizing their plan to manage Shohei Ohtani’s workload as his return to the mound nears. Here’s what we know — August 23, 2026.

Edwin Díaz says he understands why the Dodgers won’t use him in high-leverage spots when he returns from injury. August 23, 2026 update.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts details the center field plan featuring Alek Thomas, Kiké Hernández, and Tommy Edman with Andy Pages on the IL. August 23, 2026.