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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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Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Praises Depth In Lineup

With the start of Spring Training less than two weeks away, the Los Angeles Dodgers roster all but appears to be set. There's been some turnover, with Zack Greinke essentially getting replaced by Scott Kazmir and Kenta Maeda. However, much…

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Dodgers News: Jharel Cotton, Jose De Leon And Julio Urias Share Competitive, Close Friendship

Since Andrew Friedman was hired by the Los Angeles Dodgers as president of baseball operations in October 2014, the front office has worked tirelessly to replenish the club's Minor League cupboard that was depleted under previous owner Frank McCourt. With…

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Dave Roberts To Involve Maury Wills, Other Former Dodgers During Spring Training

It has become a bit of a tradition in recent years for former Los Angeles Dodgers greats to lend a hand at Spring Training by working with individual players, position groups, or the entire team. That will again be the…

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Dodgers News: Corey Seager, Julio Urias Named To ‘Best Tools’ List

The Los Angeles Dodgers currently have one of the best farm systems in all of baseball, and that has become particularly evident this offseason with Jose De Leon, Corey Seager and Julio Urias being named on nearly every top prospect…

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Dodgers News: Versatility Led To Howie Kendrick Re-Signing

Coming in a bit of a surprise, the Los Angeles Dodgers recently re-signed second baseman Howie Kendrick to a two-year, $20 million contract. After Kendrick declined the club's one-year, $15.8 million qualifying offer, the Dodgers appeared to shift gears. Chase…

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Dodgers News: Yasiel Puig, Lazarito Armenteros Meet At Caribbean Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been major players in the international market over the past few years, signing Yasiel Puig, Alex Guerrero, Hyun-Jin Ryu and Kenta Maeda, among several others. Los Angeles has already blown past their allotted bonus money…

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Dodgers News: Scott Van Slyke Looking To Return To 2014 Form

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have undergone some roster changes during the offseason, the core of the 2015 team is in place to return this season. One of the biggest strengths of last year's group was depth on the bench.…

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Dodgers News: ‘Lost L.A.’ Episode To Feature Dodger Stadium

The Los Angeles Dodgers have called Dodger Stadium home since 1962, but a group of people called Chavez Ravine home long before the Dodgers. Anyone who has ever been to Dodger Stadium knows the view of Los Angeles that it…

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Dodgers News: Kiké Hernandez Prepared To Play Super Utility Role Once More

Having agreed to terms with Howie Kendrick on a two-year, $20 million contract last week, the Los Angeles Dodgers...

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Dodgers News: Yasmani Grandal, Justin Turner Eye Full Health By Opening Day

While the Los Angeles Dodgers went 92-70 last season en route to a third consecutive National League West division title, it did not come easy as they dealt with more injuries than any other team in the league. In the…

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Dodgers Rumors: Andre Ethier Drawing Trade Interest

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have carried a glut of outfielders on the active roster over the past few seasons, they've yet to truly address the surplus, despite an apparent willingness too. In November 2014, Dodgers president of baseball operations…

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Dodgers News: Scott Kazmir Talks All-Lefty Starting Rotation

The Los Angeles Dodgers starting rotation underwent a bit of a makeover this offseason, which was set in motion by...

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