Matt Borelli

Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Dodgers as a staff writer 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 Twitter: @mcborelli.
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Shohei Ohtani Embraces Dodgers’ Decorté Celebration

Los Angeles Dodgers celebrations over the past several seasons have included dancing on the bases, throwing sunflower seeds and now a gesture that was inspired by a Shohei Ohtani advertisement in Japan. The two-way star has an endorsement deal with…

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Dodgers Roster: Eddie Rosario Elects Free Agency

Eddie Rosario rejected an assignment to Triple-A Oklahoma City after clearing waivers and now is a free agent. He held that right due to already being removed from a 40-man roster once before in his career. Rosario was designated for…

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Dodgers News: Roki Sasaki Gaining Confidence With Each Start

The Los Angeles Dodgers snapped their three-game losing streak with an 8-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, led in part by another serviceable outing from Roki Sasaki. The right-hander allowed three runs and five hits and collected four…

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Mookie Betts: Role As Dodgers Shortstop Is ‘Actual Fun For Me’

Mookie Betts entered the 2025 season as the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting shortstop after getting his first extended opportunity at the position last year. Betts began his Major League career in the outfield, but he was drafted as an infielder…

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Where To Buy Takashi Murakami Dodgers Collection For Japanese Heritage Night

Famed Japanese artist Takashi Murakami created a new Los Angeles Dodgers collection that launches Monday for Japanese Heritage Night at Dodger Stadium on April 28. Murakami will also be on hand to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the…

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Dodgers Still ‘Guessing’ For Shohei Ohtani’s Pitching Timeline

Shohei Ohtani played catch at Wrigley Field and now is set to throw his next full bullpen session on Saturday after not doing last weekend while he was away from the Los Angeles Dodgers for the birth of his daughter.…

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Paul Skenes Expecting Large Group Of Supporters For Dodger Stadium Start

Paul Skenes took MLB by storm last season as he won 2024 National League Rookie of the Year honors and finished third in Cy Young Award voting. The 22-year-old is back in his native Southern California this week as the…

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Dodgers Schedule Has ‘Unique’ Wrinkle With Cubs Season Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers were swept by the Chicago Cubs in a two-game series at Wrigley Field to finish their road trip with a disappointing 2-3 record. It represented the third and final series between the teams in the regular…

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Dodgers News: Tony Gonsolin Pitches 5 Innings In Potentially Final Rehab Start

Tony Gonsolin continued his rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday and turned in another encouraging performance as he inched closer to returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The right-hander completed a season-high five innings, which is a goal…

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This Day In Dodgers History: Gil Hodges & Pee Wee Reese Reach Milestones

On April 23, 1958, Gil Hodges and Pee Wee Reese reached historic milestones in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 7-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum. With two outs in the bottom of the seventh, Hodges belted…

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Mookie Betts & Dave Roberts Believe Shohei Ohtani Will Benefit From ‘Dad Strength’

Shohei Ohtani was back in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for their series finale with the Texas Rangers after missing the previous two games while on the paternity list. Ohtani remained in Southern California as his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, was…

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Dodgers News: Mookie Betts Credits Tommy Edman For Helping Adjustment To Shortstop

After playing multiple positions last year, Mookie Betts has reclaimed his spot as Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop to begin the 2025 season. Betts held that role at the beginning of the 2024 season as well, which came after Gavin Lux…

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