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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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Dodgers Rumors: Blake Snell Contract Details

The Los Angeles Dodgers went into the offseason with a goal of adding at least one impact starting pitcher and wasted no time checking that off their to-do list. On Tuesday night, Blake Snell posted a photo of himself on…

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Rob Manfred: MLB Willing To Investigate Dodgers For Potential Tampering With Roki Sasaki

MLB free agency got a jolt when the Chiba Lotte Marines announced their intention to post Roki Sasaki before the start of the 2025 season. The Los Angeles Dodgers emerged as the early favorite to sign Sasaki, who is considered…

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This Day In Dodgers History: Eric Davis & Kip Gross Acquired From Reds

On Nov. 27, 1991, the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired two-time All-Star Eric Davis and Kip Gross from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for Tim Belcher and John Wetteland. Davis was coming off somewhat of a down year as he hit…

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Dodgers Free Agency Rumors: Signing ‘Top-Tiered’ Starting Pitcher Remains Focal Point

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their eighth World Series title in franchise history despite having to navigate through a multitude of injuries to their starting rotation during the 2024 season. While the club has plenty of talented pitchers under contract,…

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Dodgers 40-Man Roster Assessment For 2024 Offseason: Arbitration, Free Agents & More

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their eighth World Series title in franchise history and now have shifted focus to what should be another busy offseason. The team has 36 players under team control for the 2025 season and seven who…

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Roki Sasaki Rumors: Yu Darvish A Benefit For Padres, But Dodgers Still Considered ‘Heavy Favorite’

Roki Sasaki is set to become the latest Japanese star to make the jump to MLB as the Chiba Lotte Marines announced they will post him as an international free agent before the start of the 2025 season. Sasaki could…

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MLB Cancels 2025 World Tour Games In Mexico & Puerto Rico

In efforts to expand the sport internationally, Major League Baseball hosted games in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, South Korea and the United Kingdom this year. The league intended to return to Mexico for the 2025 season, as well as play…

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Dodgers Rumors: Giovanny Gallegos Contract Includes Incentives & Opt-Outs

While the Los Angeles Dodgers remain connected to some of the biggest free agents this offseason, they recently added to their potential bullpen depth with the signing of Giovanny Gallegos to a Minor League contract. The right-hander is coming off…

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Gavin Lux Day Established In Kenosha County

Gavin Lux returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers this year after missing the entire 2023 season due to a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee. Lux endured some early struggles but eventually got back on track and helped…

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Dodgers Free Agent Walker Buehler Reacts To Shohei Ohtani Winning 2024 NL MVP

Shohei Ohtani enjoyed a record-breaking first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers and was properly recognized by unanimously winning the 2024 National League MVP Award. Ohtani led all NL players in home runs (54), RBI (130) and on-base plus slugging…

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This Day In Dodgers History: Maury Wills Voted 1962 National League MVP

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…

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Dodgers Free Agency Rumors: Corbin Burnes & Max Fried Interest

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the market for at least one starting pitcher this offseason and have already been linked to some of the biggest names available. That includes Corbin Burnes and Max Fried, who reached free agency after…

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