Dodgers enjoy a '70s flashback in victory over Braves

Dodgers enjoy a '70s flashback in victory over Braves

They celebrate "'70s night" at Dodger Stadium with 5-4 win that features the kind of resiliency their pennant-winning teams of that era were known for. After squandering a 4-0 lead, they get an RBI single from James Loney in the seventh and end Atlanta's nine-game win streak.

Pitcher Vicente Padilla reports no ill effects from first rehab start

Dodgers' opening-day starter says his arm feels fine a day after throwing three scoreless innings for Class-A team. The right-hander, on the disabled list since April 25 because of nerve problems in his pitching arm, is expected to make two more minor league starts before rejoining Dodgers.

Manny Ramirez still working on his timing at plate

The outfielder has been in a slump since he was activated from the disabled list May 8.

Dodgers' lack of offense catches up with them in 4-3 loss to Braves

After back-to-back 1-0, extra-inning wins over Arizona, the Dodgers fall short against Atlanta.

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Garret Anderson's single in 14th gives Dodgers 1-0 win over Diamondbacks

Garret Anderson's single in 14th gives Dodgers 1-0 win over Diamondbacks

The Dodgers pick up their third walk-off victory in three days even though they continue to have trouble scoring runs.

Dodgers' Travis Schlichting earns first major league victory

Dodgers' Travis Schlichting earns first major league victory

The reliever pitches four innings in the Dodgers' 14-inning, 1-0 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Matt Kemp's homer in 10th gives Dodgers a 1-0 victory over Diamondbacks

Matt Kemp's homer in 10th gives Dodgers a 1-0 victory over Diamondbacks

Starters John Ely and Dan Haren pitch well, but the Dodgers prevail when they get into Arizona's bullpen.

Jonathan Broxton has a merry month

Jonathan Broxton has a merry month

After a slow start to the season, closer has 12 saves in May. He's trying to cut down on his pitch count.

Dodgers' win is a balk in the park

Dodgers' win is a balk in the park

Casey Blake prods Arizona reliever into illegal move with two out in ninth, resulting in the winning run.

Andre Ethier returns to Dodgers' lineup

Andre Ethier returns to Dodgers' lineup

The right fielder, who leads the team with 11 home runs and 38 runs batted in, makes his first start since May 14 after being activated from the 15-day disabled list.

Diamondbacks game draws immigration protesters

Diamondbacks game draws immigration protesters

Several hundred people, many from the SEIU, use a three-game series with the Dodgers to voice opposition to Arizona's controversial law.

Dodgers' defense comes through in 4-3 win over Rockies

Dodgers' defense comes through in 4-3 win over Rockies

Two more errors are offset by five highlight-reel plays and strong pitching.

First baseman John Lindsey is on a tear for triple-A Albuquerque

First baseman John Lindsey is on a tear for triple-A Albuquerque

The 33-year-old, who has spent 16 years in the minors, is batting .428 with nine home runs and 40 runs batted in.

Dodgers experience night of mile-high misery

Dodgers experience night of mile-high misery

Starting pitcher Hiroki Kuroda is roughed up in an 11-3 loss to the Rockies.

Dodgers pitcher Vicente Padilla will not be charged in domestic violence case

Dodgers pitcher Vicente Padilla will not be charged in domestic violence case

A female friend reported that the right-hander had slapped her but later rescinded the allegation. Denver police find no evidence of wrongdoing by Padilla.

Week ahead for the Dodgers

The Dodgers host the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday through Wednesday and the Atlanta Braves on Thursday through Sunday.

Umps to watch Cubs' Ted Lilly, but it comes too late to help Dodgers

Umps to watch Cubs' Ted Lilly, but it comes too late to help Dodgers

A day after Dodgers' Casey Blake accuses the Cubs left-hander of pitching from in front of the rubber, a violation of baseball rules, the commissioner's office advises umpires to be aware of the issue when Lilly pitches.

Manny Ramirez finally airs it out in Dodgers' 5-4 victory at Colorado

Manny Ramirez finally airs it out in Dodgers' 5-4 victory at Colorado

Ramirez's first home run in six weeks, a two-run shot through the thin atmosphere in mile-high Denver, turns out to be the game-winning hit, capping a four-run sixth inning that gives the Dodgers the lead for good in a game they once trailed, 4-0.

Casey Blake accuses Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly of cheating

Casey Blake accuses Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly of cheating

Blake says Lilly threw some pitches from in front of the rubber; Lilly says any such deliveries were inadvertent.

Dodgers, John Ely, run into bad Wrigley Field breaks in 1-0 loss to Cubs

Dodgers, John Ely, run into bad Wrigley Field breaks in 1-0 loss to Cubs

Ely, a native of Chicago, pitches well but loses as rookie Xavier Paul's misadventures in the outfield pave the way for the only run of the game.

Dodgers inquire about Cliff Lee and Roy Oswalt

Dodgers inquire about Cliff Lee and Roy Oswalt

Chances of a trade are unlikely, but GM Ned Colletti says team would consider adding salary on a case-by-case basis.

Rafael Furcal fumbles, stumbles in his return as Dodgers lose to Cubs, 3-0

Rafael Furcal fumbles, stumbles in his return as Dodgers lose to Cubs, 3-0

Just off the disabled list, the shortstop commits two errors and mishandles another grounder, contributing to all three Chicago runs. He also goes 0 for 4, but no Dodger is able to solve Cubs' Ryan Dempster, who combines with Carlos Marmol for a three-hit shutout.

Andre Ethier could rejoin Dodgers' lineup sooner than expected

Andre Ethier could rejoin Dodgers' lineup sooner than expected

The major leagues' leading hitter, out since May 14 because of a broken finger, was originally projected to miss up to six weeks. But with the help of a special splint, he's already taking batting practice and could return as soon as Sunday.

John Ely stabilizes Dodgers' staff

John Ely stabilizes Dodgers' staff

Rookie right-hander has come out of nowhere to perform solidly, and it seems to have rubbed off on the other pitchers.

Detroit has too much firepower for Dodgers

Detroit has too much firepower for Dodgers

Tigers jump to an early lead and beat the Dodgers, 6-2.

Joe Torre, Brad Ausmus remember Jose Lima

Joe Torre, Brad Ausmus remember Jose Lima

Dodgers manager, catcher have fond memories of the former major league pitcher, who died Sunday.

Jose Lima dies at 37; pitcher helped Dodgers reach 2004 playoffs

Jose Lima dies at 37; pitcher helped Dodgers reach 2004 playoffs

He won 13 games in his single season with the team and pitched a five-hit shutout in the playoffs against the St. Louis Cardinals, the Dodgers' first postseason win since 1988.

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