Los Angeles Dodgers News — Fri, Sep 18, 2026

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The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their fifth consecutive NL West title, defeating the Reds 8-2. Shohei Ohtani is progressing well from his injury, with expectations for a regular season return. Edwin Díaz is also set to return to the team on Friday, though not as the closer.

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Yahoo Sports · Thu 8:47 PM ET

Edwin Díaz to return to Dodgers on Friday, but not as closer — Edwin Díaz is expected to return to the Dodgers on Friday, but manager Dave Roberts confirmed he will not immediately reclaim his closer role.

HEAVY · Thu 4:58 PM ET

Dodgers Share Bullpen Approach Ahead of Edwin Diaz’s Return

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Los Angeles Dodgers and Cincinnati Reds play in game 4 of seriesAssociated Press · Thu 3:55 AM ET
Dodgers news: Blake Treinen dismisses 'magic number' talk after loss to RedsClutchPoints · Thu 1:25 AM ET

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Dodgers clinch a fifth straight NL West title with an 8-2 win over the Reds — The Dodgers secured their fifth straight NL West title by defeating the Cincinnati Reds 8-2, marking another dominant season in the division.

Dodgers Manager Has Ominous Shohei Ohtani Injury Update as Postseason Nears — Manager Dave Roberts provided an ominous update on Shohei Ohtani's injury, expressing caution as the postseason rapidly approaches for the team.

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Edwin Díaz to return to Dodgers on Friday, but not as closer — Edwin Díaz is expected to return to the Dodgers on Friday, but manager Dave Roberts confirmed he will not immediately reclaim his closer role.

Dodgers Share Bullpen Approach Ahead of Edwin Diaz’s Return