The Los Angeles Dodgers play against the Chicago Cubs in an MLB game today. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:05 p.m. CT on MLB.TV. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trial offered by DIRECTV.

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired pitcher Kris Bubic from the Kansas City Royals. What it means for each team:

The Dodgers are the type of powerhouse that can afford to take a chance on Bubic, who hasn’t thrown a pitch in the big leagues since mid-May. The 28-year-old impending free agent is working his way back from a shoulder issue and there isn’t a lot of clarity in terms of when he’ll be able to return.

Royals general manager J.J. Picollo explained trading Kris Bubic to the Dodgers and what he thinks of the return.

Shohei Ohtani will not be in the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers' home game against the Seattle Mariners on Thursday, July 30. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated that Ohtani was out of the lineup due to an ongoing knee issue that has kept him off the mound since before the All-Star Game.

There were already groans about the Los Angeles Dodgers’ sustained greatness and penchant for picking up available star players, both in free agency and via trade. Then the Dodgers traded

The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired catcher Hunter Feduccia and right-handed pitcher Jacob Kmatz from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for outfielder Jack Suwinski and international bonus pool money.

These MLB teams are best positioned for a long reign atop the standings, from proven contenders to sleeping giants.