I am a little bummed, but understand that the Dodgers needed a roster spot cleared after acquiring Mookie Betts, and David Price from the Boston Red Sox. So the Dodgers after designating him for assignment, traded outfielder Kyle Garlick to the Phillies for minor league left handed pitcher Tyler Gilbert. I’ve
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Two years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court broke down the legal blockades around sports betting. However, change has not come to California just yet. Voters will have the chance to vote on legal betting on athletic events in November. It is likely the vote will be positive, and an instant
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This is a Dodgers blog, but I think it’s ok for us to take a moment away from Dodgers baseball to pay our respects to Kobe Bryant and his family. All of Los Angeles and Southern California is still reeling over the sudden and tragic passing of Laker’s legend Kobe
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Dodger's veteran left hander and curveball master Rich Hill's 2019 season was cut short due to elbow and knee problems. The southpaw tossed just 58.2 innings this season and his attempt to come back to pitch the postseason was a disaster. Hill actually suffered a UCL tear that kept him off
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Hilarious Report released the other day. Apparently the Astros have been caught red handed cheating. According to reports the Astros were illegally using video cameras to steal signs throughout the 2017 season including the World Series against the Dodgers. That's right, the jig is up and the Astros have been outted.
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According to MLB reports, Dodger's veteran catcher Russell Martin wants to continue playing in 2020. The Dodgers acquired the experienced backstop from the Blue Jay's via trade last winter. He was finishing off the final season of a five year contract. https://twitter.com/JonHeyman/status/1192114810994995200 The Dodgers were in need of an experienced catcher after
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Here are a few video clips about the Dodgers from the Jim Rome show. Both videos discuss Dodger's manager Dave Roberts and his future in Los Angeles. Of course Roberts is under contract and will be returning to the Dodger's dugout in 2020 much to the chagrin of a lot
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If Rich Hill only needs one knee to pitch this postseason then perhaps he is ready to go. Despite limping and wincing in pain, Hill tossed two scoreless frames against the Padres for the Dodgers on Tuesday night. He also contributed at the plate with a double. The Dodgers removed
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The Dodgers are always very active in the community. Most of the players and executives are constantly contributing towards charities and helping children throughout the Los Angeles Community. Some of the players for example Clayton Kershaw begin their own charities and foundations to help people less fortunate. Justin Turner is
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The Dodgers have treated left hander Julio Urias with kid gloves for the last couple of years now. Certainly it’s understandable. Urias one of the most talented young hurlers in the organization has been on a strict innings limit due to his shoulder surgery that held him out for nearly
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The Dodgers have finally moved on from Austin Barnes. On Thursday afternoon the club announced that they have optioned the right handed hitting backstop to Oklahoma City and recalled top catching prospect Will Smith. Although we will likely see Barnes again when the rosters expand in September, this is likely
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The Dodgers announced that catcher Rocky Gale has been outrighted off the 40-man roster on Tuesday afternoon. The move foreshadows possible future trade deadline improvements by clearing roster space. Gale has been considered a break glass in case of emergency fourth catcher behind Will Smith, Austin Barnes and Russell martin. With
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The Dodgers have signed catcher Travis d'Arnaud according to reports. The right handed hitting backstop was recently designated for assignment and then released by the New York Mets on Friday. The Dodgers have placed the 31-year old catcher on the active roster. In order to clear room, recently called up
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The last day of January is a special day for Dodger fans and humanity in general as it is Jackie Robinson’s birthday. He would be turning 100 today if he were still with us. The legendary Dodger hall of famer and civil rights pioneer will be honored throughout the day. There
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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers today announced the coaching staffs for their minor league affiliates for the 2019 season: Triple-A Oklahoma City Season with Dodger Organization (as coach) Manager – Travis Barbary 25th Pitching Coach – Bill Simas 9th Hitting Coach – Scott Coolbaugh 1st Coach – Jeremy Rodriguez 3rd Double-A Tulsa Manager
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I’m all for bringing back old Dodgers for nostalgic reasons. They brought back Matt Kemp last year and I had all the feels. But this one is hilarious. The Dodgers and Blue Jays have reportedly reached an agreement to send former Dodger Russell Martin back to the Dodgers. We don’t know
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