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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 News: Dave Roberts Hopes To Create ‘Unbreakable Bond’

After another year in which they failed to win a postseason series, the Los Angeles Dodgers underwent significant changes. The organization and former manager Don Mattingly mutually agreed to go their separate ways, and Zack Greinke bolted for Arizona, signing…

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Dodgers News: Joc Pederson Declined No. 27 Out Of Respect For Matt Kemp

After spending the 2014 season with a revolving door in center field, the widely-perceived answer to the Los Angeles Dodgers' problem at the position was Joc Pederson. He made his Major League debut in September 2014 once active rosters expanded,…

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Dodgers News: Frankie Montas To Miss 2-4 Months After Rib Surgery

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Frankie Montas underwent rib resection surgery Friday morning to remove his right first rib. A stress reaction in his rib required the procedure. Montas is expected to make a full recovery in two to four…

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Baseball America Ranks Dodgers Farm System No. 1

Praise has been constant for the Los Angeles Dodgers crop of prospects this offseason, with Baseball America the latest to recognize the organization's work. In their 2016 rankings of farm systems, the publication rated the Dodgers No. 1 overall. ESPN's…

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MLB News: Lazarito Armenteros Not Close To Signing Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers' farm system has garnered plenty of notoriety from national media recently, which of course is a testament to the club's recent success in drafting. However, the Dodgers have also been active in international market. That has…

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Dodgers News: Joc Pederson Values Learning Experiences From 2015 Season

After spending much of last spring battling with Andre Ethier for the starting job in center field, Joc Pederson took hold of the position over the final exhibition games and was the starter on Opening Day of the 2015 season.…

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MLB News: Padres Hire Former Dodgers Pitcher Hideo Nomo

The San Diego Padres announced the hire of former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Hideo Nomo as an advisor for baseball operations. Nomo joins Takashi Saito as former Dodgers pitchers who are now part of the Padres front office. San Diego…

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Dodgers News: Rob Manfred Hopes To Conclude Yasiel Puig Domestic Violence Investigation By Opening Day

As the National Football League dealt with multiple domestic violence incidents last year, Major League Baseball got ahead of the issue by revamping their policy for such cases. The proactive approach came into play this offseason as New York Yankees…

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Dodgers Rumors: Yaisel Sierra’s Contract Expected To Be Finalized

The Los Angeles Dodgers wasted little time to exceed their allotted bonus pool money when the international signing period opened last July. Their haul included Yadier Alvarez, a 19-year-old Cuban right-hander signed to a $16-million contract, and Dominican prospects such…

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Dodgers Rumors: Alex Guerrero Being Shopped In Trade Talks

While the Los Angeles Dodgers added to their deep crop of infielders and outfielders this offseason, the depth lends to some roster questions. With Howie Kendrick's re-signing the infield is all but set, with Corey Seager replacing Jimmy Rollins at…

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Dodgers News: Corey Seager Ranked No. 1 Prospect By ESPN’s Keith Law

Having spent the past few years near the top of best prospects lists, it's more surprising at this point if Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager isn't crowned the best overall prospect, than if he's named No. 1. On Thursday,…

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Dodgers News: Brandon Hicks Receives Non-Roster Invite To Spring Training

Former San Francisco Giants infielder Brandon Hicks was extended a non-roster invitation to Spring Training by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hicks signed a Minor-League contract with the Dodgers, which was first reported by Baseball America's Matt Eddy. Hicks becomes the…

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