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Gabe Smallson

Gabe Smallson

Joined: Jan 6, 2025

Gabe Smallson is a sportswriter based in Los Angeles. His focus is sports and entertainment content. Gabe has previously worked at DodgersNation and Newsweek. He graduated from San Francisco State University in 2020 and is a Masters Candidate at the University of Southern California. You can get in touch with Gabe by emailing gabe.smallson@lasportsreport.com. You can find him on X @gabesmallson

Mar 16, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (left) and pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) stand on the field before the game against the Hanshin Tigers at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Dave Roberts Predicts Dodgers Pitcher to Be In Cy Young Conversation This Year

Manager Dave Roberts spoke on Yoshinobu Yamamoto after Opening Day and made a powerful assessment for how the ace's year may go.

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Mar 16, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) bats against the Hanshin Tigers during the third inning at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani to Make Over $100 Million in 2025 — But Not From LA

The Los Angeles Dodgers pay Shohei Ohtani $2 million a year, but his outside avenues of income are setting the stage for a lucrative season.

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Mar 16, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) greets manager Dave Roberts (30) during player introductions before the game against the Hanshin Tigers at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Dave Roberts Declines to Name Everyday Starter for 2 Key Positions

With 160 games to go until the postseason, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts still has yet to name an everyday starter at center field and second base.

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Mar 18, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, JPN; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after hitting a double in the ninth inning against the Chicago Cubs during the Tokyo Series at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Dodgers Fans Will Love Shohei Ohtani's Goals for 2025 Season

Fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers are going to love Shohei Ohtani's goals for this year.

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Mar 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers first base Freddie Freeman (5) looks on against the Texas Rangers during the second inning at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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Dodgers Manager Provides Crucial Update on $162 Million Injured Star

Freddie Freeman was a late scratch on Opening Day but Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts gave an update on the MVP's future health.

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Mar 19, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, JPN; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) delievers a pitch in the first inning against the Chicago Cubs during the Tokyo Series at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Dodgers Rookie Phenom Roki Sasaki Reacts to Making MLB Debut in Tokyo Series

Los Angeles Dodgers Rookie Phenom Roki Sasaki discusses the enormous stage he played on in his MLB debut.

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Mar 15, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a home run against the Yomiuri Giants during the third inning at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Dodgers Predicted to Set MLB Single-Season Win Record in 2025 by Insider

The Los Angeles Dodgers are predicting to set the single-season wins record by a key MLB insider.

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Mar 15, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan; Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) warms up before the game against the Yomiuri Giants at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Dave Roberts, Freddie Freeman Provide Update on Dodgers Star's Injury

World Series MVP Freddie Freeman was scratched from the starting lineup less than an hour before the 2025 season began citing left rib discomfort.

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Feb 27, 2025; Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) arrives before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Dodgers All-Star Out For Tokyo Series, May Go Home Early for Unfortunate Reason

The Los Angeles Dodgers' All-Star is out for the Tokyo Series and may leave Japan early.

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Mar 4, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Cincinnati Reds during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Mookie Betts Needs to Show Massive Improvement to Be Able to Play in Dodgers Opening Day

The Los Angeles Dodgers are at risk of being without superstar Mookie Betts for Opening Day.

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Jun 2, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) is greeted at the plate by designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) of the after hitting a solo home run in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Longtime Evaluator Says Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Isn't Best Player in MLB

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is not the best player in baseball according to an unnamed evaluator.

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Oct 21, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Alex Wood (57) delivers a pitch in the 7th inning against the Tampa Bay Rays in game two of the 2020 World Series at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
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Former Dodgers All-Star Says LA Has Deepest Starting Pitching Staff in MLB History

This former All-Star and World Series champion for the Dodgers says that the current team has the deepest starting pitching staff in the league.

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