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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2025 Dodgers Arbitration Projections: Evan Phillips, Michael Kopech, Brusdar Graterol & More

The Los Angeles Dodgers went into the offseason with eight players eligible for arbitration in 2025, though the group has since been reduced after several moves. In November, the Dodgers came to terms with Tony Gonsolin on a one-year, $5.4…

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Tanner Scott Rumors: New York Mets Had Meeting

Tanner Scott has drawn interest from several teams this offseason but remains among the top available free agents with just over one month until the start of Spring Training. The left-hander is coming off an excellent season with the Miami…

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Blake Snell ‘Learned’ From Controversial World Series Start Against Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers' biggest move of the offseason so far has been the signing Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million contract that includes a $52 million signing bonus, deferred salary and limited no-trade clause. Snell is a two-time…

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Dodgers Rumors: Mookie Betts Remaining At Shortstop After Gavin Lux Trade

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a notable move on Monday as they traded Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds for prospect Mike Sirota and a competitive balance round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. The deal came less than a…

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Dave Roberts: NL West Race ‘Helped’ Dodgers In 2024 World Series Run

The Los Angeles Dodgers overcame a plethora of injuries throughout the 2024 season to finish with the best record in Major League Baseball at 98-64 en route to winning the World Series. Unlike recent seasons when the team clinched the…

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Teoscar Hernández: Dodgers Fans Played ‘Huge Part’ In Free Agency Decision

Teoscar Hernández reached free agency for the second consecutive offseason after a productive year with the Los Angeles Dodgers and drew much more interest this time around. After a stalemate in negotiations, Hernández returned to the Dodgers on a three-year,…

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Hyeseong Kim Impressed Dodgers During Exhibition Games In South Korea

The Los Angeles Dodgers added to their middle infield with the signing of Hyeseong Kim to a three-year, $12.5 million contract that includes a two-year team option for the 2028 and 2029 seasons. Kim joins the Dodgers after spending the…

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Dodgers Part-Owner Magic Johnson ‘Overwhelmed’ To Receive Presidential Medal Of Freedom

Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Magic Johnson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom -- the highest civilian honor -- by President Joe Biden during a ceremony at the White House on Saturday. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is designed to…

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Dodgers Injury Update: Shohei Ohtani ‘Progressing Well’ After Left Shoulder Surgery

The Los Angeles Dodgers suffered a scare in Game 2 of the 2024 World Series when Shohei Ohtani injured his left shoulder on a stolen base attempt. Ohtani underwent an MRI the following day, which revealed a partial dislocation of…

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Watch: Teoscar Hernández Visits Dodgers World Series Mural

After testing the free agency waters, Teoscar Hernández returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers on a three-year, $66 million contract that includes a team option for the 2028 season. It was the ideal outcome for both sides as Hernández landed…

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Dodgers News: Gavin Stone Reflects On ‘Unforgettable’ 2024 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers enjoyed a memorable 2024 season that ended with them winning the eighth World Series title in franchise history. The team was led by several players having career years, including Gavin Stone, who emerged as a key…

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Dodgers Part-Owner Billie Jean King Honored To Serve As Grand Marshal In 136th Rose Parade

Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner and tennis icon Billie Jean King served as the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif., on Wednesday. King made a grand entrance to Elton John’s hit song “Philadelphia Freedom," which was famously…

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