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

Adrian Beltre Announces Retirement, Thanks Former Dodgers Manager Tommy Lasorda

After 21 incredible seasons, former Los Angeles Dodgers and Texas Rangers star Adrian Beltre announced his retirement from baseball on Tuesday…

2019 MLB Hall Of Fame Ballot: Mariano Rivera Headlines Newcomers; Jeff Kent, Derek Lowe Among 10 Former Dodgers To Appear

The 2019 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot was released and featured were 20 newcomers and 35 overall candidates. Among those up for enshrinement are 10 former…
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ESPN Televising 2 Dodgers Games During Opening Week Of 2019 MLB Season

ESPN has announced their television schedule for the first week of the 2019 Major League Baseball season, and two Los Angeles Dodgers games will be featured…
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Dodgers 2018 Player Review: Zach Neal

One thing the Los Angeles Dodgers have come to put a tremendous value on in recent years is depth, particularly within their pitching staff…
Farhan Zaidi

Dodgers News: Justin Turner Wishes Farhan Zaidi Well With Giants, But Not Too Much Success In NL West

The offseason has not exactly gotten off to a great start for the Los Angeles Dodgers in regards to their staff as they have lost some key coaches and front office…
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Rob Manfred Not In Favor Of MLB Implementing Designated Hitter In National League

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has made a series of changes to help improve the popularity of the sport since attendance and television ratings have dropped…
Yasmani Grandal, Dodgers

MLB Free Agency Rumors: Dodgers ‘Do Not Expect’ Yasmani Grandal To Re-Sign

Since the Los Angeles Dodgers traded for Yasmani Grandal before the 2015 season, he has developed into not only one of the best offensive catchers…
Kenley Jansen, Dodgers

Dodgers News: Kenley Jansen Heart Surgery Scheduled, Recovery Expected To Be 2-8 Weeks

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen has developed into one of the elite relievers in all of baseball in recent years, mainly because of his consistency…

MLB Trade Rumors: Dodgers Would Need To Begin With Cody Bellinger And Include Yasiel Puig Or Alex Verdugo To Acquire Marlins’ J.T. Realmuto

The Los Angeles Dodgers are searching for a starting catcher after Yasmani Grandal rejected their qualifying offer and opted for free agency. While it remains possible…

MLB Free Agent Rumors: Phillies Have ‘Doubts’ About Manny Machado, Remain ‘Open-Minded To Pursuing Him’

For a handful of years, this winter’s Major League Baseball free agent class has been much anticipated with perennial All-Stars…
New Mlb Cba: Luxury Tax Thresholds, Qualifying Offers, Dl Change, And More Details

MLB, FOX Sports Announce Multi-Year Rights Agreement For Postseason, World Series & All-Star Game Broadcasts

Major League Baseball and FOX Sports announced a new multi-year, multiplatform rights agreement to expand the network’s television, digital and Spanish-language…

MLB Free Agent News: Yankees Have Questions For Manny Machado Over ‘Troubling’ Comments About Lack Of Hustle

Before heading into free agency for the first time in his career, Manny Machado’s reputation took a bit of a hit while playing with the Los Angeles Dodgers during…