Matt Borelli

Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Dodgers as a senior editor for Dodger Blue and holds similar responsibilities for Lakers Nation, a sister site with an emphasis on the Los Angeles Lakers. He also contributes to RamsNewswire.com and RaidersNewswire.com. An avid fantasy sports player, Matt is a former 2014 MLB Beat the Streak co-champion. His favorite Dodgers moment, among a list of many, is Clayton Kershaw's no-hitter against the Colorado Rockies in 2014. Follow him on X/Twitter: @mcborelli.
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Shohei Ohtani Family Foundation Established To Help Children & Animals

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani started his own charity foundation as a way to support children and protect animals. The Shohei Ohtani Family Foundation's main mission is to "create healthier, happier communities by funding initiatives that inspire children…

Justin Turner: ‘Really Cool’ For Clayton Kershaw To Retire After Helping Dodgers Win World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers had extra incentive to repeat as World Series champions this year so that Clayton Kershaw could finish his playing career on the highest note possible. The left-hander previously announced his plans to retire after 18 legendary…

Rob Manfred Confident New Limits On MLB Prop Bets Will Deter Future Player Manipulation

Major League Baseball was rocked by a gambling scandal with former Cleveland Guardians teammates Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz recently being indicted by prosecutors for their roles in an alleged scheme to rig bets on individual pitches thrown during…

Dodgers News: Will Smith Has ‘Mixed Feelings’ About ABS Challenge System

Major League Baseball has undergone significant changes in recent years, but arguably the most drastic is set to come at the start of the 2026 season. This past September, MLB announced plans to implement the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system…

Ryan Pepiot Enjoyed Watching Yoshinobu Yamamoto & Dodgers Starting Pitchers In World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers became the first team to repeat as World Series champions in 25 years behind the contributions of their starting pitchers, who were dominant for most of the postseason. Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned World Series MVP honors after…

This Day In Dodgers History: Maury Wills Voted 1962 National League MVP, Frank Howard Wins Rookie Of The Year

On Nov. 23, 1962, Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Maury Wills was named the National League MVP. The five-time All-Star appeared in 165 games, hitting .299/.347/.373 with 13 doubles, 10 triples, six home runs and 48 RBI. Wills earned eight of…

‘Friday Night Baseball’ Games On Apple TV+ Returning For 2026 Season

While Major League Baseball has several new broadcasting agreements and partners for the 2026 season, a portion of their national TV rights remain unchanged. Fox networks will continue to air select contests during the regular season, along with the All-Star…

Dodgers Injury Update: Gavin Stone Completed Rehab & Expects To Be ‘Full-Go’ In Spring Training

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to welcome back Gavin Stone next year after he missed the entire 2025 season while recovering from right shoulder surgery. The former fifth-round draft pick made his MLB debut in 2023 and took a…

Details Of MLB’s New Media Rights Deals With ESPN, NBCUniversal & Netflix

Major League Baseball announced new three-year media rights agreements with ESPN, NBCUniversal and Netflix that will cover the 2026-2028 seasons. “Our new media rights agreements with ESPN, NBCUniversal and Netflix provide us with a great opportunity to expand our reach…

Justin Turner Hopes To Eventually Sign One-Day Contract To Retire With Dodgers

It has been three years since Justin Turner last played a game with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but he continues to make a positive impact in Southern California. The ninth annual Justin Turner Foundation Golf Classic was held on Monday…

Dodgers Rumors: Craig Driver Hired By Miami Marlins As First Base Coach

The Los Angeles Dodgers have largely been able to keep their coaching staff together in recent years despite other teams interviewing several members for potential promotions. The team did lose former first base coach Clayton McCullough, who was named manager…

MLB Record Number Of Players Accept Qualifying Offer For 2026 Season

Thirteen players were extended the $22.025 million qualifying offer for the 2026 season, and an MLB-record four accepted it prior to Tuesday's deadline. The group includes Trent Grisham (New York Yankees), Shota Imanaga (Chicago Cubs), Gleyber Torres (Detroit Tigers) and…