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 Angeles 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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Dodgers Rumors: Tommy Edman Contract Extension Details For Team Option & Deferred Salary Total

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Tommy Edman to a five-year, $74 million contract extension as they continue to retain players not just to defend their World Series title but for the roster in seasons well beyond 2025 as well. Edman's…

Los Angeles Dodgers Sign Blake Snell To 5-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced the signing of Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million contract. It reunites the left-hander with president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman, who drafted Snell when leading the Tampa Bay Rays front office. Snell's agreement…

Garrett Crochet Trade Rumors: Dodgers Remain Interested After Signing Blake Snell

Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes recently acknowledged starting pitching was a focus for the team this offseason, and that was addressed this week with the reported signing of Blake Snell to a five-year contract. However, indications have been…

Walker Buehler Rumors: Dodgers Return In Question Because Of Blake Snell Signing

The Los Angeles Dodgers made it clear address their starting rotation this offseason was a focal point due in part to the likes of Walker Buehler, Jack Flaherty and Clayton Kershaw being among the team's free agents. Kershaw declined a…

Dodgers Prospect Jose Hernández Suspended For Positive PED Test

Major League Baseball announced Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Jose D. Hernandez was suspended without pay for the 2025 Arizona Complex League season due to testing positive for Boldenone and Nandrolone, performance enhancing substances that are in violation of the Minor…

Dodgers Players Split More Than $46 Million In 2024 MLB Postseason Shares

Major League Baseball announced the allotment of 2024 postseason shares, with the total pool reaching $129 million for a new record. The amount is slightly up from the 2023 total pool of $107.8 million. The players’ share of pool money…

Juan Soto Contract Rumors: Dodgers Among Teams To Submit Bid

The story of MLB free agency so far this offseason has centered around Juan Soto and the handful of teams that recently secured meetings with the All-Star outfielder. According to multiple reports, Soto and his agent Scott Boras held in-person…

Dodgers News: Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman & Teoscar Hernández Received Votes On 2024 NL MVP Ballot

Shohei Ohtani was voted the unanimous winner of the 2024 National League MVP Award, which was announced by Clayton Kershaw during a live special on MLB Network. Kershaw, currently a Dodgers free agent, became an NL MVP winner himself in…

Dodgers Rumors: Tommy Edman Contract Extension Discussed

The Los Angeles Dodgers undeniably struck gold at the 2024 MLB trade deadline by acquiring Tommy Edman, Michael Kopech and Jack Flaherty to address pressing needs on their roster. However, at the time of the trades, Edman was still on…

Dave Roberts Receives Custom UCLA Jersey During Visit To Rose Bowl For USC Football Game

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was on hand at the Rose Bowl for the crosstown rivalry game between his alma mater UCLA and the USC Trojans. Roberts was on the field prior to kickoff, getting an opportunity to speak…

This Day In Dodgers History: Walter Alston Hired As Brooklyn Manager

On November 24, 1954, the Brooklyn Dodgers hired Walter Alston as their manager. Alston's No. 24 jersey...

Dodgers Rumors: Giovanny Gallegos Signed To Minor League Contract

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have been connected to the top free agents available, their front office additionally has looked to fill out the organization's depth through Minor League signings. Among their additions thus far are Joe Jacques, Justin Jarvis…