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 MLB All-Star Game Starters For National League & American League

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game starters were announced on Wednesday, which saw Los Angeles Dodgers teammates Freddie Freeman (first base) and Will Smith (catcher) voted into the National League lineup. They joined Shohei Ohtani, who earned an automatic starting spot…

MLB & ESPN Resume Contract Negotiations For Reworked TV Rights Deal

Earlier this year, Major League Baseball and ESPN jointly announced they mutually agreed to end their TV rights deal after the 2025 season. ESPN has been the broadcast home of numerous MLB events for more than three decades, including "Sunday…

2025 MLB All-Star Game Finalists: Mookie Betts, Tommy Edman, Max Muncy, Teoscar Hernández & Andy Pages Not Voted Starters

Phase 2 of 2025 MLB All-Star Game voting concluded on Wednesday, which saw Los Angeles Dodgers teammates Freddie Freeman and Will Smith join Shohei Ohtani as starters for the National League. Mookie Betts, Tommy Edman, Max Muncy, Teoscar Hernández and…

2025 MLB All-Star Game Starters: Will Smith Voted National League Catcher

The Los Angeles Dodgers had Will Smith voted among the 2025 MLB All-Star Game starters on the National League team. Smith earned a third consecutive career All-Star selection at catcher. Smith receiving the nod to start was widely expected as…

Shohei Ohtani Breaks Multiple Dodgers Records During First Half Of Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers began their homestand with a 6-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, which saw Shohei Ohtani add his name to the record books. Ohtani blasted his National League-leading 30th home run and became the…

Yoshinobu Yamamoto: First All-Star Game Selection ‘Would Be An Honor’

Yoshinobu Yamamoto is in the midst of another impressive season with the Los Angeles Dodgers and has pitched himself squarely into consideration for being on the National League team at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Yamamoto improved to 8-6 after…

Shohei Ohtani Might Move Out Of Leadoff Spot In Dodgers Lineup During Future Starts As Pitcher

Shohei Ohtani has now made three starts for the Los Angeles Dodgers as he continues to rehab his arm and build up his strength into being a true starting pitcher. Ohtani's third appearance was his best on the mound as…

Sandy Alcantara Trade Rumors: Dodgers Among Interested Teams

With the July 31 MLB trade deadline just around the corner, the Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to be active in their search for roster upgrades. Starting pitching could once again be an area of focus as the team has…

2025 MLB All-Star Game Finalists: Voting Resumes To Determine Starters

Phase 2 of 2025 MLB All-Star Game voting opened Monday morning at 9 a.m. PT, which will determine the starters for the American League and National League. Fans may vote once per day at MLB.com/vote, the 30 club sites, MLB…

Dodgers News: Ben Casparius Sees Perfect Fit Following Shohei Ohtani In Bulk Role

After being limited to one inning in each of his first two starts with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani completed his longest outing of the season against the Kansas City Royals on Saturday. Ohtani worked around a single and…

Shohei Ohtani: Not ‘Feasible’ To Compete In 2025 Home Run Derby

Shohei Ohtani finished with the most votes among all National League players, and by virtue, received an automatic starting spot in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park. Given his superstardom and popularity among fans, some wondered if Ohtani…

Dodgers Value ‘Flexibility’ Justin Wrobleski Provides

Justin Wrobleski rejoined the Los Angeles Dodgers earlier this month to make a spot start against the St. Louis Cardinals, but he has since taken on a more significant role out of the bullpen. The left-hander has provided at least…