Matthew Moreno

Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Executive Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
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Cincinnati Reds Claim Ben Rortvedt Off Waivers From Dodgers

The Cincinnati Reds claimed Ben Rortvedt off waivers to end his tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers after joining the organization at the trade deadline. It previously had not been announced that Rortvedt was waived or designated for assignment by…

Dodgers Rumors: Organizational Depth Might Be Answer For Left Field Need

The Los Angeles Dodgers are less than two weeks removed from becoming back-to-back World Series champions, but the front office is already facing multiple roster questions heading into 2026. Chief among them is the continued void in left field. The…

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Shut Out From 2025 NL Manager Of The Year Voting

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy was voted the National League Manager of the Year for the second consecutive season. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts not only didn't qualify as a finalist for the award, but he didn't garner any…

Dodgers Free Agency Rumors: Devin Williams Interest

Despite best efforts to fortify the group with splashy signings last offseason, the Los Angeles Dodgers were left without a trustworthy bullpen in October in what represented a reversal from 2024. Whereas the Dodgers bullpen led the team on a…

Dodgers News: Tommy Edman Undergoing Surgery On Right Ankle

The Los Angeles Dodgers weren't able to fully reap the benefits of Tommy Edman's versatility during the 2025 season due to lingering right ankle trouble that carried over from last year. It resulted in Edman primarily playing second base despite…

Steven Kwan Trade Rumors: Dodgers Potentially Remain Interested

The Los Angeles Dodgers were connected to multiple scenarios at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, when reported Steven Kwan negotiations emerged as one of more prevalent possibilities. That was part of the Dodgers' wide search for outfield help as their…

Dodgers News: Jack Dreyer Received Votes For 2025 NL Rookie Of The Year

The Los Angeles Dodgers did not have a finalist for 2025 National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year, but Jack Dreyer received down-ballot votes for the award that went to Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin. Baldwin was the only…

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Wins 1981 Cy Young Award

On Nov. 11, 1981, Fernando Valenzuela became the first rookie to ever win the Cy Young Award, edging Tom Seaver of the Cincinnati Reds. Valenzuela additionally was named 1981 National League Rookie of the Year and took home a Silver…

MLB & Partner Sportsbooks Implement Limit For Prop Bets On Pitching Amid Gambling Scandal

Seemingly in response to former Cleveland Guardians teammates Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz being indicted by federal prosecutors for their roles in an alleged scheme to rig bets on individual pitches thrown, MLB and its sportsbook partners have created…

Dodgers Rumors: Eliezer Alfonzo Signed To Minor League Contract

Plenty of attention is on the Los Angeles Dodgers this offseason as the back-to-back World Series champions figure to fortify their roster despite coming off another championship run. Although the Dodgers have needs to address on their Major League roster,…

This Day In Dodgers History: Orel Hershiser Voted Unanimous Winner Of 1988 NL Cy Young Award

Orel Hershiser was named the unanimous winner of the 1988 National League Cy Young Award on this day in Los Angeles Dodgers history. The honor came weeks after Hershiser helped the Dodgers to an improbable World Series win over the…

Alex Vesia & Wife Share Heartbreaking Baby Update

The night before the Los Angeles Dodgers began their 2025 World Series matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays, the team announced Alex Vesia had taken time to be with his wife, Kayla, as they "navigate a deeply personal family matter."…