## Overview The Los Angeles Dodgers are a Major League Baseball (MLB) team based in Los Angeles, California, renowned as one of the most storied and successful franchises in professional sports. As a sports organization, the Dodgers compete in MLB’s National League (NL) West division, fielding a roster of elite athletes and operating a state-of-the-art facility, Dodger Stadium, which is among the most iconic venues in baseball. ## History The Dodgers’ roots trace back to Brooklyn, New York, where they were established in 1883. The team moved to Los Angeles in 1958, becoming a cultural touchstone in Southern California. Over the decades, the Dodgers have built a tradition of excellence, marked by a commitment to both developing homegrown talent and aggressively pursuing established stars through free agency and trades[4]. This dual approach has been central to their sustained success. ## Key Achievements The Dodgers have won multiple World Series titles, with their most recent championship coming in 2020. They have been particularly dominant in the NL West, winning the division title in every season from 2013 to 2023 except for 2021, and surpassing 90 wins in all but the pandemic-shortened 2020 season[4]. The team has reached the 100-win mark five times in recent years, underscoring their regular-season prowess[4]. Despite frequent playoff appearances, the Dodgers faced criticism for a period of postseason struggles, including narrow losses in the 2017 and 2018 World Series—controversies amplified by subsequent revelations of sign-stealing by opponents[4]. ## Current Status As of October 2025, the Dodgers finished the regular season with a 93-69 record, securing first place in the NL West[3][5]. The team is known for its potent offense, ranking second in the league in runs scored and home runs, though its pitching staff ranks middle-of-the-pack[5]. The Dodgers are