rewrite this title Shohei Ohtani Won't Pitch in WBC, More

rewrite this title Shohei Ohtani Won’t Pitch in WBC, More

January 31, 2026

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The Los Angeles Dodgers held their annual fan fest event Saturday at Dodger Stadium. DodgerFest featured several highlights including in-depth interviews with players and fun activities for fans at Chavez Ravine.

Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani has decided not to pitch in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, manager Dave Roberts revealed to reporters Saturday.

Freddie Freeman revealed he plans on playing four more years before he retires, with his Dodgers contract set to expire after the 2027 season. Could the Dodgers re-sign him on a two-year deal so Freeman can retire as a Dodger?

Right-handed pitcher River Ryan shared that he gained 30 pounds of muscle during his recovery from Tommy John surgery. He is expected to play a role for the Dodgers in 2026.

World Series hero Miguel Rojas also spoke about the insurance issues that prevented him from playing in the WBC.

Oct 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts in the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game four of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.

Behind the Scenes of 2026 DodgerFest

Dodgers Nation provided fans with a behind the scenes look of 2026 DodgerFest as the MLB season quickly approaches.

Between photos with the World Series trophies, pitching games, airbrush tattoos, player selfies and more, DodgerFest activities this year are SO COOL ? pic.twitter.com/543ibXyjHh

— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) January 31, 2026

Mookie Betts just told me that his goal is to play shortstop for the Dodgers for the rest of his career. Most players move of shortstop at the age that Mookie started playing shortstop. It’s one of the most incredible developments in baseball the last couple season.

— Doug McKain (@DMAC_LA) January 31, 2026

River Ryan reveals he put on 30 pounds of muscle this offseason.

Ryan missed the entirety of the Dodgers 2025 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery. pic.twitter.com/KqBC7YdVXL

— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) January 31, 2026

How blessed are we as Dodgers fans to be entering Year 3 of Shohei Ohtani?

2 World Series titles, 2 MVP’s… what’s next to come? ? pic.twitter.com/ISF8xVrZ0S

— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) January 31, 2026