Los Angeles Dodgers

Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a masterful performance, tossing six scoreless innings, allowing five hits and two walks while striking out five in the Dodgers' 8-0 victory over the Diamondbacks on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a strong season for Yamamoto, who now boasts a 2.91 ERA and a 1.09 WHIP through eight starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (11.1 K/9) and an impressive 5.25 strikeout-to-walk ratio only bolsters his value in fantasy leagues. Given his consistent performance and low ERA, Yamamoto remains a high-end starting option in all fantasy formats, particularly benefiting from a solid Dodgers lineup that can help secure wins.

Will Smith went 1-for-5 with a home run and an RBI in the Dodgers' 8-0 rout of the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact: His solo shot contributed to the team's dominant performance, though his overall game included a pair of strikeouts. Despite the mixed day at the plate, Smith's season has been impressive, boasting a .355 batting average and a .397 wOBA, which are elite metrics for any player, especially a catcher. His consistent power, evidenced by his fourth homer of the season, and solid run production with 24 RBI in 28 games, make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups. Fantasy managers should continue to start him with confidence, as his high batting average and run production are likely to sustain his high fantasy value.

Andy Pages went 1-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in the Dodgers' 8-0 victory over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact: His performance featured a solo home run, contributing significantly to the team's dominant win. Despite striking out three times, Pages's ability to add power to the lineup remains evident. With a season batting average of .291 and three homers already, he continues to be a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, especially for managers in need of power stats. His high strikeout rate is a concern, but his solid wOBA suggests he's making impactful hits when he does connect.

Tyler Glasnow will start on Saturday against the Braves. (Source: Eric Stephen on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Glasnow will be pitching on six days of rest after dealing with hand cramps in his last start. It will be Gavin Stone starting on Friday and James Paxton starting on Sunday for the Dodgers.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Walker Buehler will make his season debut on Monday against the Marlins. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Buehler has been sidelined since undergoing Tommy John surgery back in August, 2022. He posted a 4.15 ERA with 21 strikeouts across 21 2/3 innings over six rehab starts. He'll likely be eased back into action with his pitch count for the Dodgers.

The Dodgers have recalled J.P. Feyereisen from Triple-A Oklahoma City. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Feyereisen will join the Dodgers’ bullpen after pitching to a 3.38 ERA in 10 2/3 innings in Triple-A. Landon Knack was optioned to provide the Dodgers will a fresh arm in the bullpen.

The Dodgers have optioned Landon Knack to Triple-A Oklahoma City. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The move clears a spot for Walker Buehler to return to the rotation soon. J.P. Feyereisen is joining the Dodgers’ bullpen in a corresponding move.

Shohei Ohtani is absent from the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Arizona Diamondbacks Wednesday. (Source: Los Angeles Dodgers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Ohtani will take a seat on the bench for rest reasons, with Will Smith occupying the designated hitter spot and batting third for manager Dave Roberts against the Diamondbacks Wednesday.

Max Muncy is missing from the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Arizona Diamondbacks Tuesday. (Source: Los Angeles Dodgers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Muncy will take a seat on the bench for manager Dave Roberts, with Kike Hernandez filling in at third base and batting sixth Tuesday.

James Paxton labored through five innings, allowing four earned runs on six hits and five walks while striking out four in Monday's 8-4 win over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the victory, Paxton's performance was less than stellar, as his command issues led to a high pitch count and early exit. His season-long metrics, including a ballooning 1.68 WHIP and a low 5.3 K/9, suggest that fantasy managers should temper their expectations. Paxton's fantasy reliability appears shaky moving forward.

Varland was moved to the Dodgers' active roster Monday. (Source: Bill Plunkett on X)

Fantasy Impact: Varland was called up following Ryan Brasier's injury to his calf and subsequent IL stint. The 27-year-old has a 5.06 ERA through nine appearances at Triple-A this season.

Brasier was placed on the IL Monday with a right calf strain. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on X)

Fantasy Impact: Brasier will be placed on the IL, retroactive to April 28. The Dodgers called up Gus Varland to fill the roster spot.

Freddie Freeman hit a solo home run on Sunday against the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact: Freeman went yard in the sixth inning for the lone run on the afternoon for the Dodgers. They collected just six hits as a team in a dominant outing for Kevin Gausman.

James Outman is in the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Toronto Blue Jays Sunday. (Source: Los Angeles Dodgers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Outman is back after receiving Saturday off against left-handed pitching, patrolling center field and batting seventh against the Blue Jays Sunday.

Gavin Lux is back in the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Toronto Blue Jays Sunday. (Source: Los Angeles Dodgers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Lux returns after sitting out against a left-hander Saturday, starting at second base and batting eighth against the Blue Jays Sunday.

Evan Phillips delivered a solid performance, securing a save in the Dodgers' 4-2 victory over the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed just one hit and struck out two batters in his inning of work. This outing continues a stellar season for Phillips, who now boasts a 0.77 ERA and eight saves without a single blown save. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (11.6 K/9) and a low ERA is a boon for fantasy managers, especially in categories that reward saves and strikeouts. Given his consistent performance and role as a closer, Phillips remains a must-own in all fantasy formats where saves are a premium.

Mookie Betts went 3-for-5 with a triple, an RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base in the Dodgers' 4-2 win over the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact: This performance continues to bolster Betts's already impressive season, maintaining his high batting average of .391. His ability to contribute across multiple categories, including power and speed, makes him a top-tier fantasy asset. The triple and stolen base in this game highlight his versatility and knack for finding ways to score, which is crucial for fantasy managers looking for consistent production. With a solid wOBA of .485 and a BABIP of .411, Betts's output appears sustainable, making him a must-start in all formats.

The Dodgers have moved Kyle Hurt (shoulder) to the 60-day IL. (Source: Dodgers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hurt is dealing with right shoulder inflammation and the move to the 60-day IL will put him out until mid-June. The team added Nabil Crismatt to the 40-man roster in a corresponding move.

The Dodgers have optioned Nick Ramirez to Triple-A Oklahoma City. (Source: Dodgers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Ramirez has pitched four innings for the Dodgers since joining the team last week. The team has recalled Nabil Crismatt from Triple-A to take Ramirez’s spot in the bullpen.

The Dodgers selected the contract of Nabil Crismatt from Triple-A Oklahoma City. (Source: Dodgers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Crismatt will provide the Dodgers with a fresh arm out that can pitch multiple innings out of their bullpen. The Dodgers optioned Nick Ramirez in a corresponding move.