This Day In Dodgers History: Giancarlo Stanton Becomes Fourth Player To Hit Home Run Out Of Dodger Stadium
On May 12, 2015, former Miami Marlins outfielder Giancarlo Stanton became the fourth player to hit a home run out of Dodger Stadium with a solo shot off Mike Bolsinger in the first inning. Stanton's blast traveled an estimated 475…
This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Throws No-Hitter Against Giants
On May 11, 1963, Sandy Koufax tossed his second of four no-hitters in his Los Angeles Dodgers career. His performance helped lead the Dodgers to an 8-0 win over the division-rival San Francisco Giants. Koufax struck out four and walked…
This Day In Dodgers History: Vin Scully Receives Honorary Doctor Of Laws Degree From Pepperdine
On April 26, 2008, Los Angeles Dodgers legendary broadcaster Vin Scully delivered the commencement speech at Pepperdine University and received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree, the institution's highest honor. Late Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda, who also received an honorary…
This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Signed; Vin Scully Misses 2012 Home Opener & Dodger Stadium First Game
April 10 is a big day in Los Angeles Dodgers franchise history for a few reasons, with the first coming back in 1947 when the team was still playing in Brooklyn. During the sixth inning of an exhibition game against…
This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Makes Opening Day Start; Leo Durocher Suspended
On April 9, 1981, the Los Angeles Dodgers, led by manager Tommy Lasorda, began their season with high expectations. The Dodgers wound up meeting those, going on to defeat the New York Yankees in six games to win the 1981…
This Day In Dodgers History: Vin Scully Calls Hank Aaron’s 715th Home Run, Chan Ho Park Becomes First Korean MLB Player & Adrián González Sets Mark
April 8 is a memorable date in Los Angeles Dodgers history for multiple reasons, including in 1994 when Chan Ho Park became the first Korean to play in the Major Leagues, making his debut at Dodger Stadium. The 21-year-old pitched…
This Day In Dodgers History: Record-Setting Shutout Of Padres
On April 4, 2016, the Los Angeles Dodgers traveled south to take on the San Diego Padres on Opening Day and came away with a record-setting 15-0 win at Petco Park. It was the biggest Opening Day shutout in MLB…
MLB Suspends Former Dodgers Pitcher Julio Urías Through 2025 All-Star Break
Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred announced that free agent pitcher Julio Urías, formerly of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has been suspended until the conclusion of the 2025 All-Star break for violating Major League Baseball’s Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault…
This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Becomes Youngest Player Elected To Baseball Hall Of Fame
On January 19, 1972, former Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed pitcher Sandy Koufax was voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. At 36 years and 20 days old, Koufax became the youngest player to ever be inducted. The famed southpaw finished…
This Day In Dodgers History: Don Drysdale Elected Into Baseball Hall Of Fame
On Jan. 10, 1984, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Don Drysdale was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Drysdale, who was born and grew up in Van Nuys, Calif., made his Major League debut for the Dodgers in 1956…
This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Retires After Trade To Giants
On April 15, 1947, the Brooklyn Dodgers and Jackie Robinson made history when Robinson became the first...
This Day In Dodgers History: Steve Garvey Named NL MVP, Eric Gagne & Clayton Kershaw Win Awards
On Nov. 13, 1974, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Steve Garvey received 13 of the 22 first-place votes to win...
