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Matthew Moreno

Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Managing 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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Zack Greinke Officially Signs 6-Year, $206.5 Million Contract With Diamondbacks

Zack Greinke officially joined the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday, signing a six-year, $206.5 million contract. He will continue wearing No. 21. Greinke agreed to terms with the Diamondbacks last week, though the agreement was pending a physical that the 32…

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Dodgers Rumors: Andrew Friedman, Dave Roberts Called Kenley Jansen To Explain Aroldis Chapman Trade

Through Monday morning and into the afternoon, the Los Angeles Dodgers appeared destined to boast a bullpen version of what Clayton Kershaw and Zack Greinke were for the starting rotation over the past three seasons. However, as the day wore…

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Dodgers Rumors: Julio Urias Being Considered As Part Of Jose Fernandez Trade

The Los Angeles Dodgers' need for starting pitching grew exponentially when Zack Greinke agreed to a landmark six-year, $206.5 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Los Angeles responded by reportedly agreeing to terms with Hisashi Iwakuma. Since then, the Dodgers…

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Dodgers Rumors: Aroldis Chapman Trade Not On Hold Due To MLB Investigation

UPDATE (Dec. 8, 11:25 a.m. PT): Although the Cincinnati Reds indicated they are holding off on trading closer Aroldis Chapman, Major League Baseball reportedly will permit the Los Angeles Dodgers and Reds to push forward with the deal if they…

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Dodgers News: Andrew Friemdan Pleased With Yasiel Puig’s Progress

While Yasiel Puig has been no stranger to the spotlight and criticism during his young career with the Los Angeles Dodgers, last season was a new low for the dynamic right fielder. In late April Puig was placed on the…

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MLB Rumors: Aroldis Chapman May Have Injured Hand During Alleged Domestic Violence Incident

Just as they did last year, the Los Angeles Dodgers took control of headlines at Major League Baseball's annual Winter Meetings with word they reached an agreement to trade for Cincinnati Reds closer Aroldis Chapman. However, by Monday night, those…

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Dodgers Reportedly Among Teams Involved In Shelby Miller Trade Talks

Coming off Zack Greinke agreeing to a contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Los Angeles Dodgers saw their reported next option -- Jeff Samardzjia -- reach an agreement with the San Francisco Giants. Los Angeles responded by reportedly striking a…

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Dodgers Rumors: Aroldis Chapman Trade Delayed Due To Alleged Domestic Violence Incident

After they were said to be confident in acquiring Cincinnati Reds closer Aroldis Chapman on Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly reached an agreement to land the electric left-hander early Monday morning. Los Angeles was said to only be sending…

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Dodgers Rumors: L.A. Working To Gather Information On Jose Fernandez

After reportedly agreeing to a three-year deal with Hisashi Iwakuma, the Los Angeles Dodgers remain in the market to add another starting pitcher. Los Angeles has been linked to Johnny Cueto, Jose Fernandez, Scott Kazmir and Shelby Miller, among others.…

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Dodgers News: Daniel Fields Claimed Off Waivers

The Los Angeles Dodgers continued adding depth to the organization on Monday by claiming outfielder Daniel Fields off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers. Prior to Fields, the Dodgers claimed pitcher Danny Reynolds off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels of…

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Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Welcomes Managing Aroldis Chapman And Kenley Jansen

The Los Angeles Dodgers reported agreement with the Cincinnati Reds to acquire closer Aroldis Chapman now appears as though it may go in multiple directions. Los Angeles could very well add Chapman to a bullpen that features Kenley Jansen, or…

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Dodgers Rumors: Reds Denying Aroldis Chapman Trade Agreed Upon

The Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly reached an agreement with the Cincinnati Reds to acquire closer Aroldis Chapman in the early morning hours on the first day of Major League Baseball's annual Winter Meetings. With Chapman eligible for free agency after…

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