The New Kenley Jansen has Quietly Emerged as a Solid Closer
Sure Albert Pujols joining the Dodgers is a big story, but even bigger than that, is the resurgence of Kenley Jansen as the team's go-to closer https://youtu.be/9usNMz15vFo
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Justin Turner and Max Muncy Homer in Latest Dodger Disaster
The Dodgers lost yet again on Tuesday, pathetically getting swept by the Cubs at Wrigley Field in a split double-header. The Dodgers continue to find excruciating ways of losing, but stuck to the tride and true losing methods of 2021, namely anemic offense and terrible relief pitching. They didn't hit
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Why Won’t The Dodgers Retaliate For Mookie Betts Getting Beaned?
Mookie Betts has been hit by dangerous pitches twice in a week, and the Dodgers won't retaliate. Why not? Also, I lay odds on which Dodger arms would retaliate, if allowed https://youtu.be/HcyuFSJdTxs
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Dodgers Top Stories, The San Diego Thriller, And Kenley
The homestand, the opener at San Diego, and the continuing saga of Kenley Jansen could have easily been three videos. I did my best to condense it all into one. https://youtu.be/sh3pw0l0ShQ
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It’s Fernando Valenzuela Day, But Dodgers Fall Short In Honoring Legend
The Dodgers honored the 40th anniversary of Fernandomania today. They fell far short of what they could have done to truly honor the man and his legendary status across the country: They missed the opportunity to retire Fernando Valenzuela's number 34. https://youtu.be/6mCsvIv9Xh4
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Dear Kenley Jansen: What Have You Done For Me Lately?
The Dodgers needed someone to hold a precious 1-0 lead in today's home opener. Who would you bring in? You'd bring in The Closer, right? Hold your horses, because Dave Roberts did not call on Kenley Jansen. He may be doing a lotta that this season. https://youtu.be/unOkz7BaUFc
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Dodgers Round Up: Kershaw Fine, Kenley Not
With the first road trip of 2021 under their belts, the Dodgers are learning a few things: Clayton Kershaw is not a cause for worry, but Kenley Jansen is. The offense is trucking right along, and they haven't even started to hit home runs with any regularity yet. Here's the state of
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Social Distancing Diary ~ with Baseball Cards
Hello, everybody, In today's diary, let's crack open my non-Dodgers vintage binder and see what we can see. Thanks for watching, and be safe! https://youtu.be/dO53GwCNc-Q
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The Houston Astros Players Must Feel Their Punishment Forever
The Houston Astros must be punished for their cheatin' ways, but the players won't feel a lost draft pick or two. The entire team should have their 2017 Postseason stats stripped from the record. https://youtu.be/Iyp32oB6mzc
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The Cheatin’ Astros Caused me to Rethink Myself as a Dodgers Fan
The Cheatin' Astros' scandal has caused me to step back and re-evaluate some of my opinions about the Dodgers https://youtu.be/srnbkauWldI
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Russell Martin Still Wants To Play
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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Potential Dodgers Catching Option: Martin Maldonado
The probability of the Dodgers acquiring a catcher with good skills on both sides of the ball is razor thin. The free agent market is less than appealing and anyone not named J.T. Realmuto isn’t worth trading valuable resources for. Of the guys available on the free agent market none
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Puig Gets Curtain Call, and it’s Curtains for the Rockies
There are moments in a season that define a team. This series against the Colorado Rockies is one of those moments. The Dodgers have gone from a win some, lose some team, to looking like a break away division leader. They took the first two games of the series, and
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Dodgers Rain Out, Baseball Card, Beer Review Fun Time
The Dodgers got rained out today, so here's a little video to keep things rolling while we wait for tomorrow's game. I'm going to open a value pack of 2018 Topps flagship baseball cards and hunting for Dodgers cards - or at least some fun cards I can send to
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Remembering Dodgers Outfielder Wally Moon
The Dodgers organization and fan base are saddened by the recent death of former National League Rookie of the Year Wally Moon, who died at his home in Bryan, Texas on Friday Night. The left-handed outfielder played his 12-year career in the major leagues for both the St. Louis Cardinals
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Yu Was a Big Tipper – Butter and Eggs Thrown Out. A New YouTube Video
Here comes a new LADR video. Inside we talk about Yu Darvish tipping pitches in the World Series, and Dave Roberts failing in the biggest spot of his managing career. We also touch on the Dodgers' big salary dump, and farewell to Charlie Culberson. Of course, there's a beer review: Blood Orange
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