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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Dave Roberts: ‘Humbling’ To Be Part Of Rare Dodgers Manager History

The Los Angeles Dodgers overcame a slew of injuries to win the 2024 World Series, which put manager Dave Roberts in unprecedented territory. Roberts joined Walter Alston (four) and Tommy Lasorda (two) as the only managers in Dodgers franchise history…

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MLB Top-10 Left Fielders Right Now: Yordan Alvarez Tops The Shredder’s Rankings For 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers did not have a player ranked by The Shredder on the list of MLB Top-10 Left Fielders Right Now heading into the 2025 season. However, former Dodgers prospect Yordan Alvarez topped the rankings and also placed…

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New Fernando Valenzuela Mural Painted In Mexico

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost a franchise icon this past October when Fernando Valenzuela passed away at the age of 63. The Dodgers honored Valenzuela before Game 1 of the 2024 World Series with a tribute video and special mariachi…

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Evan Phillips: MLB ‘In A Really Great Spot’ With Pitchers Despite Starter Concerns

Major League Baseball has introduced several new rule changes in recent years and one idea being floated is a minimum inning requirements for starting pitchers. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has stated he would like to restore the prestige that was…

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Chicago Cubs Made Offer To Tanner Scott Before Dodgers Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers added onto what should be an impressive bullpen with the signing of Tanner Scott to a four-year, $72 million contract that includes a reported $20 million signing bonus and $21 million in deferred money. The left-hander's…

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Yankees Manager Aaron Boone ‘Didn’t Like’ Dodgers Players Trash-Talking After 2024 World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers capped off a memorable 2024 season by defeating the New York Yankees to win their eighth World Series title in franchise history. It represented the 12th meeting between the teams in the Fall Classic and the…

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2025 Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour: Freddie Freeman Visits Brentwood Science Magnet School

The fourth day of the 2025 Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour began with Freddie Freeman visiting Brentwood Science Magnet School, where he read to students, helped give away books, held a Q&A session and did his viral dance that has…

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Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Visited Palisades Charter High School Baseball Team

The recent Southern California wildfires ravaged numerous communities, including Altadena, Pasadena and Pacific Palisades, among others. Many families lost their homes and now are completely displaced. For the Pacific Palisades Charter High School baseball team, they are attempting to prepare…

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Gavin Lux Thanks Dodgers Organization After Trade To Reds

The Los Angeles Dodgers alleviated a logjam in their infield by trading Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds for prospect Mike Sirota and a competitive balance pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. It marked the end of era for Lux,…

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Dalton Rushing Among 5 Dodgers Prospects On Keith Law’s Top 100 List For 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers were represented by five prospects on Keith Law’s top 100 rankings for the 2025 season, with Dalton Rushing leading the way at No. 16. Josue De Paula (26), River Ryan (52), Zyhir Hope (58) and Alex…

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MLB Owners Considering Salary Cap Due To Frustration With Dodgers’ Spending

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets have been two of the most aggressive teams this offseason, combining to spend well over $1 billion on player contracts. The Mets made the biggest splash when they signed Juan Soto to…

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Mookie Betts: Shohei Ohtani & Yoshinobu Yamamoto Will Help Roki Sasaki Adjust To MLB

The Los Angeles Dodgers made another significant addition to their starting rotation with the signing of Roki Sasaki to a Minor League contract. The Japanese phenom is making the jump to MLB after spending the last four seasons with the…

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