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
Cody Bellinger, Kiké Hernandez, A.J. Pollock, Corey Seager, Justin Turner celebrate after a Los Angeles Dodgers win

Stan Kasten Believes Dodgers Need To Have Mix Of Homegrown, Trade & Free Agent Players On Roster

As the offseason has played out the Los Angeles Dodgers have actually been one of the more quiet teams. They…
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts before Game 4 of the 2019 NLDS

Dave Roberts Believes Dodgers Need To ‘Shuffle The Deck’ With Roster

Since Dave Roberts took over as manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers before the 2016 season, they have gone one…
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Alex Verdugo in the dugout at Chase Field

Dodgers News: Alex Verdugo Details Frustration That Came With Season-Ending Back Injury

One of the biggest surprises for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2019 was the emergence of rookie outfielder Alex Verdugo…
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred

MLB, MLBPA Agree To Changes To Joint Drug Prevention And Treatment Program For Opioids

Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association announced significant changes to the Drug of Abuse provisions of the Joint Drug Prevention…
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Dodgers Video: Julio Urias Pitches To President Of Mexico With Adrian Gonzalez Catching

The 2019 season ended earlier than expected for the Los Angeles Dodgers as they were shockingly defeated by…

MLB Free Agency Rumors: Toronto Blue Jays Sign Hyun-Jin Ryu To 4-Year Contract

This winter’s MLB free agency class has seen much more activity than the past few years, and because of that, the…
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith reacts after hitting a grand slam against the San Diego Padres

Dodgers 2019 Player Reviews: Will Smith

Going into the 2019 season, perhaps the biggest weakness on the Los Angeles Dodgers’ roster was the catcher position…
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts during a press conference before a 2019 NLDS workout at Dodger Stadium

Dave Roberts: Dodgers Focused On Adding ‘Elite Talent’ To Roster, Regardless Of Position

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been in the mix for seemingly every big-name free agent and trade target so far…
Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Blake Treinen

Blake Treinen ‘Not Worried’ About Role In Dodgers Bullpen; Excited To Throw ‘Meaningful Innings’

It is no secret the Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen was their biggest flaw in 2019, so president of baseball operations…
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Gavin Lux during the 2019 NLDS

Dodgers 2019 Player Reviews: Gavin Lux

Going into the 2019 season, Gavin Lux was a highly-touted prospect in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization who…
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu in the dugout at Coors Field

MLB Free Agency Rumors: Doubt Cast On Hyun-Jin Ryu Exceeding Madison Bumgarner’s Contract Due To Injury History

The Major League Baseball free agent market has moved a lot quicker this winter compared to years past, and while…
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson hits a home run in Game 1 of the 2019 NLDS

Dodgers 2019 Player Reviews: Joc Pederson

Last offseason Joc Pederson again was the subject of multiple Los Angeles Dodgers trade rumors. The team…