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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: Bob Geren Looking Forward To Coaching With Dave Roberts

After mutually agreeing to part ways with Don Mattingly in October, the Los Angeles Dodgers launched an extensive search for their new manager that lasted nearly one month and culminated with the hire of Dave Roberts. During the weeks between…

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Dodgers Rumors: Kenta Maeda’s Contract Has $25 Million Guarantee

One day after announcing the signing of Scott Kazmir to a three-year, $48 million contract, the Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly reached an agreement with Japanese right-hander Kenta Maeda. The Hiroshima Carp posted Maeda for the maximum $20 million fee in…

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Dodgers News: L.A. Comfortable With Opt-Out Clause In Scott Kazmir’s Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers took the first step in officially addressing their need for starting pitching by signing Scott Kazmir to a three-year contract on Wednesday. The deal calls for Kazmir, who turns 32 years old on Jan. 24, to…

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Dodgers Rumors: Kenta Maeda’s Contract ‘Complicated’ With Bonuses

Up to Wednesday when the Los Angeles Dodgers announced the signing of Scott Kazmir to a three-year, $48 million contract, the club had largely been left on the outside looking in as it pertained to free-agent starting pitchers. Los Angeles…

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Dodgers News: Farhan Zaidi Believes Competitive Team Will Ease Fans’ Concerns

Winners of three consecutive National League West titles, many believe the Los Angeles Dodgers have fallen behind division rivals Arizona Diamondbacks and San Francisco Giants. Arizona shockingly signed Zack Greinke to a six-year, $206.5 million contract, then followed it by…

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Dodgers News: Scott Kazmir’s 2016-18 Projections

The Los Angeles Dodgers made their first significant signing of the offseason by agreeing to a three-year, $48 million contract with Scott Kazmir. Kazmir's deal includes an opt-out clause after the 2016 season and deferred salaries. As it stands the…

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Dodgers Rumors: Kenta Maeda Agrees To Contract

After the Los Angeles Dodgers failed to re-sign Zack Greinke and were unable to sign a marquee starting pitcher, their focus appeared to shift to trading for a starter after the first few weeks of the offseason. The club was…

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Dodgers News: Kiké Hernandez, Chase Utley To Handle Second Base Duties

When the Los Angeles Dodgers traded for Chase Utley in August they had an apparent need at second base. Howie Kendrick was on the disabled list at the time with a strained hamstring, and he didn't return until Sept. 18.…

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Dodgers React To Scott Kazmir Signing 3-Year Contract

While there was reported interest as recently as one week ago, the Los Angeles Dodgers' signing of Scott Kazmir to a three-year contract on Wednesday came as a bit of a surprise. Whereas most free agent signings are accompanied by…

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Dodgers News: Scott Kazmir Contract Details

The Los Angeles Dodgers addressed their need for starting pitching by signing Scott Kazmir to a three-year contract on Wednesday. While Kazmir won't necessarily replace Zack Greinke, the left-hander adds more depth to a rotation that includes two pitchers in…

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Dodgers News: Scott Kazmir Signs 3-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced on Wednesday the signing of Scott Kazmir to a three-year contract. The deal is worth a reported $48 million. Outfielder Daniel Fields was designated for assignment to clear room for Kazmir on the 40-man roster.…

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Dodgers News: Adrian Gonzalez Continuing With Offseason Boxing Workouts

When the Los Angeles Dodgers were eliminated from the National League Division Series by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2014, Adrian Gonzalez didn't wait long before he began preparing for the 2015 season. The Dodgers first baseman took three days…

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