Ricardo Sandoval

Joined: Jun 25, 2026

Ricardo Sandoval is a freelance writer with On SI. He is a graduate of California State University, Northridge, and specializes in sports writing, particularly in MLB, NBA and NFL. He previously served as an Associate Editor for Dodgers Nation and has worked with Newsweek and The Sporting News.

Sep 23, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on from the dugout in the second inning against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Dodgers top prospect Josue De Paula said he was caught by surprise to see Shohei Ohtani in the dugout.

Sep 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow (31) walks off the mound during the sixth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow appears back to his old self after a scare in last week's outing.

Sep 19, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) pitches against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal could receive a half-a-billion dollar contract this winter.

Mar 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; President of Baseball Operations for the Los Angeles Dodgers Andrew Friedman congratulates pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) during the ring ceremony prior to the game against the Detroit Tigers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman is confident Shohei Ohtani will return before the season ends.

Jul 25, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) celebrates his solo home run against the New York Mets with on-deck batter Teoscar Hernandez (37) during the third inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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This Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star outfielder could be on the move this offseason.

Sep 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitches Edwin Diaz pitches during the ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts hopes Edwin Diaz returns to form as the season winds down.

Sep 8, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on from the dugout prior in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provides little clarity on Shohei Ohtani's return as the postseason nears.

Sep 11, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Dodgers' top two signings of the 2025-26 offseason have been a huge let down.

Sep 8, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on from the dugout steps against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani could return to the lineup before season’s end; however, it’s far from certain.

Aug 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Edwin Diaz against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz has been far from impressive in his rehab stint, putting his chances of making the postseason roster in jeopardy.