Daniel Starkand

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Daniel Starkand is a graduate from Chapman University with a degree in journalism and broadcast journalism. He grew up in Burbank, Calif. and played baseball at Burbank High and his first two years at Chapman. Along with serving as a senior writer, editor and social media manager for DodgerBlue.com, Daniel also writes for LakersNation.com. Contact: daniel@mediumlargela.com
Giancarlo Stanton

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…
Sandy Koufax

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Throws No-Hitter Against Giants

On May 11, 1963, Los Angeles Dodgers legendary pitcher Sandy Koufax tossed his second of four career no-hitters…
Vin Scully

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…
Sandy-koufax

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Becomes First Pitcher With 3 Immaculate Innings

On April 18, 1964, Los Angeles Dodgers starter Sandy Koufax tossed an immaculate inning against the Cincinnati Reds, becoming the first…
Dodgers Select California-based Sculptor Branly Cadet To Create Jackie Robinson Statue

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Signs Contract; Vin Scully Misses 2012 Home Opener & Dodger Stadium First Game

April 10 is a big day in Los Angeles Dodgers franchise history for a couple of reasons, with the first coming back in 1947…
Fernando Valenzuela

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…
Chan Ho Park

This Day In Dodgers History: Chan Ho Park Becomes First Korean MLB Player; Adrián González Sets Home Run Mark

April 8 is a memorable date in Los Angeles Dodgers history for multiple reasons, including in 1994 when Chan Ho…
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This Day In Dodgers History: Clayton Kershaw Makes 6th Opening Day Start In 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…
Sandy Koufax

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Becomes Youngest Player Elected To Baseball Hall Of Fame

On Jan. 19, 1972, former Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed pitcher Sandy Koufax was elected to the Baseball Hall…
This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Traded To Giants

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: Don Newcombe Wins First Ever Cy Young Award

On Nov. 27, 1956, Brooklyn Dodgers starting pitcher Don Newcombe was named the first ever Cy Young Award…
Eric Gagne

This Day In Dodgers History: Steve Garvey, 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…