Miller 'as advertised' 3 starts into MLB career
LOS ANGELES -- After being sidelined with a right shoulder injury for the first month of the season, Dodgers top pitching prospect Bobby Miller was expected to still be down at Triple-A Oklahoma City as part of his development at this point in the year. The Dodgers always planned for
DeLuca's quick rise results in Dodgers callup
LOS ANGELES -- Jonny DeLuca, the Dodgers’ No. 20 prospect per MLB Pipeline, grew up about 45 minutes from Dodger Stadium and has plenty of memories attending games. On Sunday, DeLuca was back at Dodger Stadium. This time, he was wearing a Dodgers uniform, as the outfielder was officially called
New month, same sweet-swinging Cartaya for Double-A Tulsa
Diego Cartaya, the top-ranked prospect in the Dodgers' organization, has been as potent offensively as advertised over his last eight outings with Double-A Tulsa. While he may have started the season with a .190/.288/.337 slash line in 26 contests, he showed up to Riverfront Stadium for Thursday night's tilt at
Who's impressing in the Dodgers' farm system?
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'Bulldog' Miller making a quick name for himself
LOS ANGELES -- As manager Dave Roberts sat at the center of the media huddle prior to the series opener against the Nationals at Dodger Stadium on Monday, the nine-year skipper pondered his club's recent road trip. The starting pitching faltered and the offense couldn’t overcome the deficits, lessening the
Miller mutes Braves' big bats in stellar MLB debut
ATLANTA -- Two hours before first pitch, Bobby Miller sat inside the visiting dugout at Truist Park. Miller was set to make his much-anticipated Major League debut, but he took time to soak it all in. Once Miller took the mound for the first time as a big leaguer, the
It's time for these prospects to shine
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What to expect from Bobby Miller
Not many rotations could afford to lose Dustin May (right forearm) and Julio Urías (left hamstring) at the same time. While that will be a blow to the Dodgers, they at least have the luxury of replacing them with a pair of Top 100 Prospects. Right-hander Gavin Stone replaced May
First Stone, now Miller: Dodgers displaying pitching future
ATLANTA -- The Dodgers were set to get another good look at Gavin Stone, the No. 4 prospect in the organization per MLB Pipeline, beginning with his start against the Braves on Monday night at Truist Park. On Tuesday, they’ll put their eyes on another piece of their future as
An update from down on Dodgers' farm
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No. 4 prospect Stone shows composure, potential in debut
LOS ANGELES -- Gavin Stone had about 25 friends and family members at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday, all eager to watch him finally make his Major League debut. Back home in Lake City, Ark., a town with fewer than 3,000 people, local shops and restaurants were shut down just to
What to expect from the Dodgers' Stone in the big leagues
In the shortened five-round Draft in 2020, Gavin Stone was the 159th overall and penultimate selection. On Wednesday, he'll become the 14th member of that class (and just the sixth non-first-rounder) to reach the big leagues when he starts for the Dodgers against the Phillies. Stone's repertoire has improved dramatically
What to expect from Dodgers' Busch in the big leagues
The Dodgers already are giving regular at-bats to two rookie position players, James Outman and Miguel Vargas. Last week, they called up a third in Michael Busch. The original plan was for Busch to stay with Los Angeles for the three days Max Muncy spent on the paternity list. But
Miller lights up radar gun (101.2!) in season debut
Two things are officially back in Triple-A: Bobby Miller strikeouts and triple-digit readings on radar guns. The flamethrowing right-hander and No. 21 overall prospect per MLB Pipeline made his long-awaited season debut Saturday night for Triple-A Oklahoma City -- and he was throwing gas.
Dodgers call up No. 3 prospect Busch
As a left-handed slugger with impressive plate discipline, Dodgers infield prospect Michael Busch has drawn comparisons to Max Muncy, so it's only fitting that with Muncy heading to the paternity list, L.A. is calling up its No. 3 prospect to replace him, the team announced on Tuesday. Additionally, reliever Evan
Outman the Outstanding: Rookie's clutch HRs drive Dodgers
CHICAGO -- It’s impossible to win National League Rookie of the Year with one at-bat in April. But James Outman might’ve just cemented his case for Rookie of the Month with one of the most impressive games you’ll see from any player, not just one playing in his 24th career
An early look at Dodgers' Minor League affiliates
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Where the Dodgers' Top 30 prospects are starting season
With the Minor League season opening this week, here's where the Dodgers' Top 30 Prospects are projected to start: 1. Diego Cartaya (MLB No. 14), C -- Tulsa (Double-A) 2. Bobby Miller (MLB No. 24), RHP -- Extended spring training 3. Miguel Vargas (MLB No. 37), 3B -- Los Angeles
At back end of rotation, Pepiot able to absorb Opening Day
ANAHEIM -- Alongside a Major League debut, one of the biggest milestones for any ballplayer is making his first Opening Day roster. That moment has arrived for a handful of young Dodgers, including Tuesday night’s starter, Ryan Pepiot. Pepiot, whose overall strong Spring Training earned him the Dodgers’ fifth starter
Pepiot lands Dodgers' fifth starter role
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Dodgers’ starting rotation to start 2023 is set. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Friday that right-hander Ryan Pepiot edged out Michael Grove and will enter the season as the fifth starter. Pepiot joins Julio Urías -- who will make his first Opening Day start on March
Dodgers' endless prospect pipeline continues to flow
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Dodgers have equaled or broken franchise records for victories or winning percentage in each of the last four seasons, highlighted by a World Series championship in 2020. They keep squeezing top prospects onto a big league roster laden with talented veterans, and that task may be
Dodgers 'couldn't be more impressed' with Stone
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Before Spring Training started, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts knew Gavin Stone would make an impact in the Majors at some point during the 2023 season. Now that Roberts and the entire Dodgers organization have gotten a closer look at Stone, the excitement around the young right-hander continues
Here are the Dodgers' 2023 Top 30 prospects
Reminiscent of the Braves of the 1990s and the early 2000s, the Dodgers continue to set the standard for winning in the Majors while also developing talent in the Minors. They've matched or set franchise records for victories or winning percentage in each of the last four seasons and keep
5 Dodgers prospects to watch this spring
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Spring Training is designed for veteran players to get ready for the upcoming season and for fringe players to fight for a spot on the Opening Day roster. The spring also gives organizations a chance to get extended looks at some of their top prospects, some of
Pepiot primed for breakout?; Grove gets spring opener
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- A cold and windy day didn’t stop Dodgers right-hander Ryan Pepiot from throwing a live batting practice session Wednesday at Camelback Ranch. It also didn’t stop the hitters who stood in against him, a group led by Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts, from being impressed with what