Dodgers Dominate With Historic Start to Season

LA team sets franchise records with 20-5 record through April

Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:21pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented baseball game, with sharp planes of blue, white, and red representing the dynamic action on the field.The Dodgers' explosive start has them positioned as the team to beat in the National League.Los Angeles Today

The Los Angeles Dodgers have burst out of the gate with an incredible 20-5 record to start the 2026 MLB season, setting multiple franchise records in the process. Their torrid pace has them atop the NL West standings and on track for one of the best starts in team history.

Why it matters

The Dodgers' hot start has them positioned as early favorites to win their division and potentially challenge for the best record in baseball. Their dominant play has captured the attention of fans and media alike, building excitement for what could be another deep playoff run for the perennial contenders.

The details

Through their first 25 games, the Dodgers have set franchise records for best April winning percentage (.800) and most wins in April. They've also tied the franchise record for most home runs hit in April with 45. Offensively, the team is led by All-Star outfielder Mookie Betts, who is batting .356 with 10 home runs and 25 RBIs.

  • The Dodgers' 20-5 start is through games played as of April 18, 2026.
  • The team set their franchise record for most wins in April on April 16, 2026.

The players

Mookie Betts

All-Star outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers who is leading the team's offensive charge with a .356 batting average, 10 home runs, and 25 RBIs.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The professional baseball team based in Los Angeles, California that currently plays in the National League West division of Major League Baseball.

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What they’re saying

“This is the kind of start we envisioned for this team. The guys are locked in and playing at an incredibly high level on both sides of the ball.”

— Dave Roberts, Manager, Los Angeles Dodgers

“Mookie is just on another level right now. He's setting the tone for us offensively and making everyone around him better.”

— Freddie Freeman, First Baseman, Los Angeles Dodgers

What’s next

The Dodgers will look to continue their historic start as they head into a crucial divisional series against the San Diego Padres starting on April 21st.

The takeaway

The Dodgers' blistering start has them firmly in control of the NL West and establishes them as early favorites to reach the World Series once again. Their combination of elite talent, depth, and hot hitting has made them the team to beat in the National League.