Dodgers Notes: Top Starter Out For Season, Ex-LA Owner Makes Huge Announcement, Shohei Ohtani Bobblehead Prices

Elly De La Cruz’s 4-for-4, 4-stolen base performance was too much for the Dodgers to handle in a 7-2 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. The game was the unfortunate culmination of a noisy buildup, from a major pitcher injury, strategic bullpen adjustments, and soaring ticket prices due to an Ohtani bobblehead giveaway.

Here’s a quick rundown of the most compelling stories you might have missed:

Dodgers Shuffle Bullpen Ahead of Series Opener Against Reds

The Dodgers have tweaked their bullpen composition in preparation for their series against the Cincinnati Reds, recalling left-handed pitcher Nick Ramirez and sending right-handed pitcher Eduardo Salazar back to Triple-A. This comes after Salazar’s brief first call-up in which he allowed a run across two innings. Ramirez, acquired recently from the Yankees, has shown promise. Read More

Dodgers’ Emmet Sheehan to Miss 2024 Season Due to UCL Surgery

In less welcome news, right-handed pitcher Emmet Sheehan will not be seen on the mound this season following a UCL surgery on his elbow Wednesday. Sheehan, who had shown potential in the 2023 season, was lined up for a promising 2024 before an injury halted his rehab. This marks a significant setback for both the player and the Dodgers’ pitching staff. Read More

Ticket Prices Skyrocket for Ohtani Bobblehead Night

Anticipation for Shohei Ohtani’s bobblehead night drove ticket prices to unprecedented heights, with rates reaching over five times the usual amount. The first 40,000 fans at the Dodgers vs. Reds game Thursday were to receive an Ohtani bobblehead, sparking a frenzy among the fanbase and causing a surge in demand. Read More

Bobby Miller Making Progress Toward Return

On a positive note, Bobby Miller is making strides towards returning to major league action after a shoulder injury. The right-handed starter, after enduring setbacks, threw simulated innings and is potentially gearing up for a minor league rehab stint. His progress is a silver lining for the Dodgers looking to strengthen their rotation. Read More

Frank McCourt’s Ambitious Bid on TikTok

Former Dodgers owner Frank McCourt is in the news with his bid to take over TikTok, aiming to transform it into a more user-respecting platform. His plans involve engineering the social media platform’s dynamics to prioritize user data protection and ownership, a significant pivot from his days owning the Dodgers. Read More

Ippei Mizuhara, Ohtani’s Former Interpreter, Faces Court

In legal news, Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, has pleaded not guilty to allegations of bank and tax fraud, with expectations of a later guilty plea. This development follows accusations of Mizuhara misappropriating millions from Ohtani, a scandal that rocked baseball in March. Read More

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