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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Dodgers Rumors: Shohei Ohtani Wasn’t Insured To Pitch In 2026 World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani is returning to Samurai Japan for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, but it was recently revealed that he will only be serving as the team's designated hitter in the international tournament. Ar DodgerFest, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shared…

Shohei Ohtani Leading Off & Will Smith Batting 5th In Dodgers Lineup

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed top free agent Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million contract last month, who is set to join an already star-studded lineup that includes Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts and Will Smith, among others.…

Freddie Freeman: ‘Going To Be Weird’ Not Seeing Clayton Kershaw With Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for life without longtime ace Clayton Kershaw, who retired after the team won its second consecutive World Series title in 2025. Kershaw established himself as one of the greatest pitchers of all time in…

Dodgers News: River Ryan Added 30 Pounds Of Muscle

The Los Angeles Dodgers' starting pitching depth includes River Ryan, who is expected to return this year after missing the entire 2025 season while recovering from Tommy John surgery. Ryan made his MLB debut in 2024 and impressed to the…

Dodgers News: Tanner Scott Focused On Rebounding By Playing To His Strengths

Tanner Scott's first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers did not go according to plan as he was hampered by injuries and went on to have the worst year of his career. Scott finished 1-4 with a 4.74 ERA, 4.70…

Dodgers News: Miguel Rojas ‘Disappointed’ By World Baseball Classic Insurance Policies

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to be represented by just five players in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, but several others at least considered the possibility of participating. Miguel Rojas, who is entering his final season with the Dodgers…

Dodgers Rumors: Cole Irvin Signed To Minor League Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a couple of splashes by signing Kyle Tucker and Edwin Díaz to lucrative contracts, but they have also emphasized bolstering their overall depth this offseason. The club reunited with Carlos Duran, Nick Frasso, Nick Robertson…

Dodgers News: Tommy Edman Hopes To Be Ready For Opening Day But Won’t Rush Ankle

Tommy Edman is on the mend after undergoing a debridement procedure on his right ankle to address the injury that plagued him during the second half of the 2025 season. Edman was limited to just 97 games last year and…

Dodgers Injury Update: Brusdar Graterol Nearing Bullpen Session

Brusdar Graterol is among the Los Angeles Dodgers players looking to bounce back this year after missing the entire 2025 season due to right shoulder trouble. The right-hander underwent surgery to repair the labrum in his right shoulder after the…

Dodgers News: Blake Snell Has ‘Goal’ To Be Ready For Opening Day

Blake Snell was limited in his first year with the Los Angeles Dodgers due to left shoulder inflammation, but he still managed to toss 95.1 innings between the regular season and playoffs. Snell was a workhorse during the team's postseason…

Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani Not Pitching In 2026 World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani is among the Los Angeles Dodgers participating in the 2026 World Baseball Classic as he will represent Samurai Japan alongside Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Ohtani flashed his two-way abilities in the 2023 WBC, but will only serve as Team Japan's…

Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw Hopes To See Value Of Starting Pitchers Increase

Clayton Kershaw finished his playing career with the Los Angeles Dodgers after 18 seasons that included a plethora of accolades and three World Series championships. One of Kershaw's most impressive accomplishments was joining the 3,000-strikeout club, which he did in…