Daniel Starkand

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
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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...

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Complete Game In 1965 World Series

On Oct. 14, 1965, Sandy Koufax led the Los Angeles Dodgers to a Game 7 victory against the Minnesota Twins in the World Series...

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Perfect Game Against Cubs

On Sept. 9, 1965, Sandy Koufax threw a perfect game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium. The Los Angeles Dodgers needed every...

This Day In Dodgers History: Tommy Lasorda Has Expos Mascot Ejected; Gil Hodges Grand Slam & Vin Scully Returns

On Aug. 23, 1989, the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Montreal Expos at Olympic Stadium in what still stands as one of the more...

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Inducted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

On July 23, 1962, Brooklyn Dodgers great Jackie Robinson was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of...

This Day In Dodgers History: Max Muncy Tells Madison Bumgarner To ‘Go Get It Out Of The Ocean’

On June 9, 2019, the Los Angeles Dodgers took on the San Francisco Giants on a Sunday afternoon at Oracle Park...

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

On April 18, 1964, Los Angeles Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax tossed an immaculate inning...

This Day In Dodgers History: Vin Scully Serves As Grand Marshal Of Rose Parade

On Jan. 1, 2014, former Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully served as the Grandal Marshal of the Rose Parade...

Dodgers News: Gavin Lux Believes Francis Ngannou Beat Tyson Fury

While the 2023 World Series is underway, the focus for Los Angeles Dodgers players and fans is likely...

This Day In Dodgers History: Juan Uribe Home Run Against Braves In Game 4 Of 2013 NLDS

On October 7, 2013, Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Juan Uribe etched his name into franchise postseason lore when...