Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani had another first in his MLB career. Ohtani struck out in his first four plate appearances Tuesday night against the Cincinnati Reds, the first time he has done that in his eight seasons in the majors.

Shortstop Mookie Betts is in his sixth season with the Los Angeles Dodgers after making his debut for the Boston Red Sox in 2014.

Alex Freeland is not in the Dodgers' starting lineup for their showdown with the Reds, but he took a major leap forward just by joining the big league roster.

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Shohei Ohtani is one of those players who doesn't need to be showered with more adulation, but a few compliments never hurt. At least that's probably what Dalton Rushing thought, a

The Los Angeles Dodgers should go after this Baltimore Orioles pitcher to fortify their rotation for this season and beyond.

Los Angeles has had a solid season so far, leading the NL West, but there is room to grow ahead of another World Series run. Most notably, The Dodgers' bullpen needs a boost, as offseason acquisitions Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates have not performed to expectations, creating a hole in the pitching staff.