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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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Dodgers Video: Clayton Kershaw’s First Spring Training Start, Yasiel Puig’s RBI Single

The Los Angeles Dodgers began their 2016 Cactus League schedule with a home date against the Chicago White Sox, whom they share the Camelback Ranch Spring Training facility with. First-year Dodgers manager Dave Roberts handed the ball to ace Clayton…

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Spring Training Recap: Clayton Kershaw Comes Out Sharp, Alex Guerrero And Yasiel Puig Contribute In Dodgers Win

Hours after learning Brett Anderson would miss the next three-to-five months due to back surgery to treat a bulging disk, the Los Angeles Dodgers opened...

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Dodgers Spring Training Spanish Radio Broadcast Schedule

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced their 2016 Spring Training Spanish radio broadcast schedule, with eight games on the docket, including six Cactus League games played in Arizona to be heard on Univision KTNQ 1020 AM. Hall of Famer Jaime Jarrin…

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Dodgers News: Brett Anderson To Undergo Back Surgery

Throughout the offseason and entering Spring Training, the buzz word surrounding the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting rotation was depth. Although Zack Greinke was lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Dodgers lengthened their rotation by signing Scott Kazmir and Kenta Maeda.…

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Spring Training Preview: Clayton Kershaw, Dodgers Face White Sox In Cactus League Opener

The Los Angeles Dodgers begin their 2016 Cactus League schedule with a matchup against the Chicago White Sox, their Camelback Ranch co-tenant. Although the two teams share the Spring Training facility, the Dodgers are considered the home club in Thursday's…

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Dodgers News: Hyun-Jin Ryu Given Extra Rest Due To Shoulder Discomfort

Largely aided by the pitching depth they assembled during the offseason, the Los Angeles Dodgers have aired on the side of caution with Brandon McCarthy and Hyun-Jin Ryu. Both pitchers underwent season-ending surgeries (McCarthy - Tommy John; Ryu - torn…

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Dodgers News: Don Mattingly, Yasiel Puig Failed To Reach Understanding

After coaching under Joe Torre in New York and Los Angeles, Don Mattingly took the helm as Dodgers manager in 2011. He guided the club to a pedestrian 82-79 record as a rookie skipper, though the Dodgers increased their win…

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Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw ‘Impressed’ By Yasiel Puig

After a frustrating 2015 season in which multiple hamstring injuries limited him to just 79 games, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig found little reprieve over the winter months. Andy Van Slyke, father of Dodgers outfielder Scott Van Slyke, strongly…

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Dodgers Rumors: Yasiel Puig Unlikely To Be Suspended By Major League Baseball

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman was suspended 30 games by Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred on Thursday. Chapman's suspension closed the books on the league's investigation into his involvement in a domestic dispute at his Florida home last…

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Yankees Closer Aroldis Chapman Suspended 30 Games

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman was suspended on Tuesday for 30 games by Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred under the league's new domestic violence policy. The disciplinary action concludes MLB's investigation into Chapman for his role in incident…

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Dodgers Video: Yaisel Sierra Throws Bullpen Session At Spring Training

More than one month after agreeing to a six-year, $30 million contract with Cuban right-hander Yaisel Sierra, the Los Angeles Dodgers finalized the deal on Feb. 21. Sierra's contract includes a $6 million signing bonus and annual increases in salary.…

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Dodgers News: Josh Ravin Suffers Broken Forearm In Auto Accident

When Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers and catchers reported for Spring Training, it was known Brandon McCarthy and Hyun-Jin Ryu would be a step behind as they continued to recover from their respective surgeries. However, they were joined on the mend…

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