LOS ANGELES DODGERS NEWS

Extends historic XBH streak Muncy went 1-for-5 with a solo home run and an additional RBI in a loss to Atlanta on Thursday.

Impact Muncy gave the Dodgers an early lead with an RBI fielder's choice in the first inning and added a solo shot to bring the team to within one run in the eighth. That homer gave the third baseman an extra-base hit in nine straight games, tying a franchise record. Muncy has hit safely in 10 consecutive contests overall, slashing .341/.413/.707 with three homers, six doubles, 13 RBI and eight runs over that stretch.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends historic month with two homers Betts went 2-for-4 with two home runs, a walk, three total runs and four total RBI in a loss to Atlanta on Thursday.

Impact Betts and Ronald Acuna are arguably the frontrunners for the NL MVP award at the moment, and both players strengthened their case Thursday. Acuna stole the show early with a second-inning grand slam, while Betts helped the Dodgers mount a valiant comeback with a pair of home runs and four RBI. Betts' solo shot in the seventh inning gave him 51 hits in August, the most knocks by any player in one calendar month in LA Dodgers history. The slugger put together video-game numbers during August, posting a .455/.516/.839 slash line, 11 long balls, 10 doubles, 30 RBI, 35 runs, three thefts and a 1.355 OPS over 29 contests.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mookie, Acuña battle it out in wild opener LOS ANGELES -- It would be hard to find a regular-season matchup that showcased as much talent on the field as Dodger Stadium did on Thursda...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • MLB.COM

Hit with first loss as Dodger Lynn (10-10) took the loss against Atlanta on Thursday, allowing seven runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out one batter over 4.1 innings.

Impact The Dodgers gave Lynn a one-run lead after one frame, but the right-hander quickly gave that back -- and much more -- in the second. In that inning, Ronald Acuna tagged Lynn for a grand slam in what ended as a six-run outburst for Atlanta. The veteran hurler gave up just one more run the rest of the way, but he couldn't escape taking the loss despite a valiant Dodgers comeback that fell just short. This was the first defeat for Lynn since joining Los Angeles at the trade deadline, and it was also his shortest outing over six starts in Dodger blue. He's posted a 3.57 ERA and 27:8 K:BB across 35.1 innings during that stretch.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers' rally fall short against Ronald Acuña Jr.'s historic night, Braves LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Dodgers tried to downplay the significance of their marquee matchup against the Atlanta Braves this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dodgers Lose Thriller to Braves; Lynn Homer Problems Back Mookie v Acuna MVP Battle The Dodgers fall to the Braves in game one of the series.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Mookie Betts homers twice, but Ronald Acuña Jr.'s historic night lifts Braves over Dodgers Ronald Acuña Jr. hit a grand slam to become the first MLB player to have 30 homers and 60 steals in the same season, and the Atlanta Braves...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Ronald Acuña Jr. hits grand slam on wedding night to become MLB's first 30/60 player

The Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr. got married in the morning, hit a landmark grand slam and ended the night beating NL MVP rival Mookie Betts and...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Acuña hits grand slam to become first player with 30 home runs and 60 stolen bases

Atlanta’s Ronald Acuña Jr. hit a long grand slam in the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming the first player in major league history with 30 home runs and 60 st...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers Rumors: Mookie Betts Ranked as NL MVP Favorite Over Braves Ronald Acuña Jr. A race for the ages.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

As Dodgers pull away in standings, postseason pitching decisions start to take priority LOS ANGELES — When Dodgers manager Dave Roberts informed Ryan Brasier he'd get consecutive days off from pitching last week, the veteran rel...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dodgers Game Updates vs Braves: Lance Lynn Faces Spencer Strider in Series Opener A playoff preview in LA?

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Back healthy, optioned DeLuca (hamstring) was activated from the injured list and optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports.

Impact DeLuca has been sidelined for slightly over a month with a right hamstring strain. He tallied two homers and one stolen base across 45 big-league plate appearances prior to going down, though his primary contribution to the Dodgers was his excellent defense. DeLuca could be called up again prior to the close of the regular season, though his playing time would likely be sporadic.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Longshot to return Hudson (knee) is a "longshot" to return this season, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Dodgers have tried to keep the door open for Hudson to return this season, though it seems as if that hope is fading. Manager Dave Roberts relayed that Hudson threw a bullpen session recently but was still dealing with soreness in his knee. It's unclear whether he could make a return for the postseason, or if a return to start 2024 is most realistic.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers activate RHP Shelby Miller from 60-day injured list The Los Angeles Dodgers activated right-hander Shelby Miller on Thursday from the 60-day injured list with his recovery from a neck issue wh...

AUGUST 31, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Rehab assignment set Buehler (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports.

Impact Buehler has been throwing to hitters at the Dodgers' training complex since early August, though he'll make a long-awaited step forward to rehab games. He's expected to throw one or two innings in his first appearance and will need to make at least three starts before being activated. That could line Buehler up for a return in mid-to-late September, barring setbacks.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned back to OKC The Dodgers optioned Pepiot to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday.

Impact Pepiot scattered two hits and one walk over five scoreless innings en route to his first major-league win of the season Wednesday versus the Diamondbacks, but the Dodgers are activating a fresh bullpen arm in Shelby Miller (neck) prior to their four-game series against Atlanta. Pepiot boasts a 1.29 ERA and 14:2 K:BB in 14 big-league innings this year and should get more of an extended opportunity in September.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from 60-day IL The Dodgers activated Miller (neck) from the 60-day injured list Thursday.

Impact Finally recovered from the neck injury that has kept him out since June, Miller will return to the Los Angeles bullpen ahead of Thursday's series opener against Atlanta. He had posted an impressive 2.40 ERA with 31 strikeouts in 30 innings of relief for the Dodgers prior to the lengthy IL stint.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Thursday Rojas isn't in the Dodgers' lineup Thursday against Atlanta, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact After having his six-game hitting streak snapped Wednesday, Rojas will get a breather and hand starting shortstop duties to Amed Rosario, who will bat ninth Thursday.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Restarts rehab assignment Nelson (elbow) resumed his rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Oklahoma City, striking out one batter over a scoreless inning.

Impact Nelson has remained on the Dodgers' 60-day injured list all season, despite having now made 24 appearances between Oklahoma City and the rookie-level Arizona Complex League over the course of four separate rehab assignments. His outing Tuesday with Oklahoma City came after he had been out of action for about two and a half weeks. Dating back to Aug. 4, Nelson has now struck out seven while allowing eight baserunners over five scoreless innings across his last five outings. If he can remain free of setbacks in his subsequent minor-league appearances, Nelson could get the chance to join the Los Angeles bullpen in September.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers respond to Scott Boras' remarks on Cody Bellinger; Boras clarifies his stance LOS ANGELES — Ten months later, the ripple effects of Cody Bellinger's unceremonious split from the Dodgers continue to make waves.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Plates three runs Wednesday Muncy went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk and three RBI in Wednesday's 7-0 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Muncy didn't take long to extend his on-base streak and hitting streak to 11 and nine games, respectively. After walking in his first plate appearance in the bottom of the first inning, Muncy delivered a two-run double in his third trip to the plate in the fourth. Muncy closed August with a .253/.388/.494 slash line to go with four home runs, 18 RBI and 15 runs in 23 games.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Braves-Dodgers series generates postseason vibes Two runaway National League division leaders will square off in a possible playoff preview when the Los Angeles Dodgers host the Atlanta Bra...

AUGUST 31, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM