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

MLB Agent Scott Boras Calls Rob Manfred ‘Pancake Commissioner’

Major League Baseball’s negotiations with the Players Association have been anything but smooth, and…
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MLB Players Trust Commits $1 Million To Help Support Minor Leaguers During Coronavirus Pandemic

The Major League Baseball Players Trust announced it will commit $1 million to help support Minor Leaguers…
Los Angeles Dodgers teammates Kenley Jansen and Clayton Kershaw celebrate during the 2017 NLDS

Dodgers News: David Price, Kenley Jansen & Walker Buehler Appreciative Of Clayton Kershaw’s Statement On Juneteenth Holiday, Black Lives Matter

Over recent weeks extra attention has been drawn to the Black Lives Matter movement after George Floyd and…
Los Angeles Dodgers utility player Chris Taylor hits a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays

Dodgers News: Chris Taylor Remembers Swing Overhaul In 2017 As ‘Definitely Scary’ Process

Before bursting onto the season with an outstanding 2017 season, Los Angeles Dodgers utilityman Chris Taylor…
Mookie Betts and David Price during the Los Angeles Dodgers introductory press conference at Dodger Stadium

Dodgers Video: Mookie Betts, David Price & Matt Kemp Among MLB Players To Participate In Black Lives Matter Campaign Advocating For Change

While Major League Baseball could be on the verge of returning if team owners and the Players Association can…
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw during batting practice at Petco Park

Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw Details Missing Pitching, Competing & More During MLB Shutdown

It has now been three months since Major League Baseball was last played due to the coronavirus (COVID-19)…
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred

MLB Rumors: Goal Remains To Negotiate Resolution With MLBPA

Major League Baseball and its Players Association have been going back and forth for weeks now in negotiations…
Bobby Miller

2020 MLB Draft: Bobby Miller Believes Dodgers Are ‘Perfect Organization’ For Development

A clear focus for the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 2020 MLB Draft was adding pitching depth to their farm…
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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred No Longer ‘100%’ Certain 2020 Season Will Be Played

Major League Baseball should be on the verge of beginning its 2020 season after a three-month layoff due to the coronavirus…
David Price, 2020 Spring Training

Dodgers News: David Price Wanted To ‘Take Care Of The Next Generation Of Baseball’ By Paying Minor League Players $1,000

The last few months have not been easy for anyone due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but especially people…
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Ross Stripling against the San Diego Padres

Dodgers’ Ross Stripling: MLB ‘Going Dark For 16 Months Just Can’t Happen’

Even when taking into account the delayed start of the 2020 regular season, Major League Baseball players…
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How The Dodgers Can Sign MLB Undrafted Free Agents

Now that the 2020 Major League Baseball Draft has come and gone, the focus for the Los Angeles Dodgers front…