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: ‘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…

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...

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…

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…

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...

Adrian Gonzalez Calls Dodgers ‘Deepest Team In Baseball’

With Spring Training and Opening Day seemingly around the corner, the intrigue that lies within the National League West...

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts To Meet With Every Player During Spring Training

Change for the Los Angeles Dodgers this offseason began at the top with the club and former manager Don Mattingly mutually agreeing to go their separate ways last October. After a thorough search, Dave Roberts was hired as Mattingly's replacement…

Dodgers Spring Training: New Jersey And Alternate Cap For 2016 Unveiled

As the final offseason dominos continue to fall into place, baseball is just around the corner. For the Los Angeles Dodgers, pitchers and catchers report to Camelback Ranch for Spring Training on Feb. 19. Position players are due in camp…

Dodgers News: L.A. City Councilmember Files Motion To Name Street After Vin Scully

UPDATE (Jan. 28, 2:05 p.m. PT): Los Angeles City councilman Gil Cedillo will make the motion to rename Elysian Park Avenue to Vin Scully Avenue for vote during Friday's City Council meeting. “There’s no better way to recognize such an…

Dodgers News: Andre Ethier Says Losing Zack Greinke ‘Hurts Big’

When Zack Greinke became a free agent this offseason, many expected the Los Angeles Dodgers to re-sign him. That nearly came to fruition as Greinke appeared to be in the home stretch of making his decision when the Arizona Diamondbacks…

MLB News: National League To Avoid Designated Hitter And Stick With ‘Status Quo’

The Major League Baseball owners' meetings took place last week, with a few key issues dominating the discussions. Arguably the biggest matter presented was the National League moving to include the designated hitter. The DH was introduced in the American…

Dodgers 2015 Player Review: Howie Kendrick

Last offseason after the Los Angeles Dodgers hired Andrew Friedman to be their president of baseball operations, he made an immediate splash by trading All-star second baseman Dee Gordon to the Miami Marlins. In return for Gordon, Dan Haren and…